Admissions Overview
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 optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
58%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
50,424
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a 58% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at University of Massachusetts-Amherst evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$85
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. About 27% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,300 to 1,480. Additionally, about 4% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 29 to 33.
SAT Scores
27% of students submitted400
1600
1300 โ 1480
200
800
650 โ 720
200
800
650 โ 760
ACT Scores
4% of students submitted1
36
29 โ 33
1
36
29 โ 35
1
36
27 โ 35
Admission Statistics
50,424 students applied to UMass. Of those, 58% were accepted (29,129 students). Of these 29,129 accepted students, 5,286 chose to enroll.
50,424
Total Applicants
29,129
Students Admitted
5,286
Students Enrolled
58%
Acceptance Rate