Race & Ethnicity
University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a diverse student body with 34% students of color and 9% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a gender distribution of 51% female students and 49% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
37% of total enrollment
39% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Massachusetts-Amherst serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 84% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 5% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
84%
Traditional Age (18-21)
5%
Non-Traditional (25+)
24%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Massachusetts-Amherst attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 9% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 65% in-state residents, 26% out-of-state students, and 9% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
65% of student body
26% of student body
9% of student body
States Represented
43 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
34%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
51%
Female Students
Global Reach
9%
International
Age Diversity
5%
Non-Traditional Age