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University of Massachusetts-Amherst Stats
Enrollment Deposit
How much is UMass's enrollment deposit?
University of Massachusetts-Amherst requires a deposit of $500 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
84.70%
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in the top 84.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
52.70%
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in the top 52.70% of colleges in the state of Massachusetts for deposit cost. 16.18% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
95.70%
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in the top 95.70% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is UMass's enrollment deposit?
University of Massachusetts-Amherst requires a deposit of $500 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
84.70%
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in the top 84.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
52.70%
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in the top 52.70% of colleges in the state of Massachusetts for deposit cost. 16.18% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
95.70%
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in the top 95.70% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at University of Massachusetts-Amherst's website.
Student Population
University of Massachusetts-Amherst educates a diverse community of 37,599 students, with 28,182 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 9,417 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
37,599
Total Undergraduates
28,182
Total Graduates
9,417
81% Full-Time
19% Part-Time
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Student Population
University of Massachusetts-Amherst educates a diverse community of 37,599 students, with 28,182 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 9,417 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
37,599
Total Undergraduates
28,182
Total Graduates
9,417
81% Full-Time
19% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a 58% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. University of Massachusetts-Amherst has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1390 and the average ACT score is 31.
Acceptance Rate
58%
Application Fee
$85
SAT
Students submitting SAT
27%
400
1600
1300 – 1480
200
800
650 – 720
200
800
650 – 760
ACT
Students submitting ACT
4%
0
36
29 – 33
0
36
29 – 35
0
36
27 – 35
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Admissions
The admission process at University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a 58% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. University of Massachusetts-Amherst has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1390 and the average ACT score is 31.
Acceptance Rate
58%
Application Fee
$85
SAT
Students submitting SAT
27%
400
1600
1300 – 1480
200
800
650 – 720
200
800
650 – 760
ACT
Students submitting ACT
4%
0
36
29 – 33
0
36
29 – 35
0
36
27 – 35
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Location
Located in Amherst, MA, University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Amherst
County
Hampshire County
State
Massachusetts
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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Location
Located in Amherst, MA, University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Amherst
County
Hampshire County
State
Massachusetts
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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About
University of Massachusetts-Amherst features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
18 : 1
Religious Affiliation
False
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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About
University of Massachusetts-Amherst features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
18 : 1
Religious Affiliation
False
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
University of Massachusetts-Amherst makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $22,954 with 87% of students receiving financial assistance including 20% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$22,954
Received Aid
87%
Pell Recipients
20%
$8,295.5 In-State
$8,295.5 Out-of-State
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Cost
University of Massachusetts-Amherst makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $22,954 with 87% of students receiving financial assistance including 20% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$22,954
Received Aid
87%
Pell Recipients
20%
$8,295.5 In-State
$8,295.5 Out-of-State
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Demographics
The University of Massachusetts-Amherst student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 67% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The University of Massachusetts-Amherst student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 67% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
University of Massachusetts-Amherst prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 84% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
84%
Outcomes
University of Massachusetts-Amherst prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 84% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
84%





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