Race & Ethnicity
University of Massachusetts-Boston has a diverse student body with 61% students of color and 8% 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-Boston offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
University of Massachusetts-Boston has a gender distribution of 57% female students and 43% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
33% of total enrollment
45% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
University of Massachusetts-Boston serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 53% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 14% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
53%
Traditional Age (18-21)
14%
Non-Traditional (25+)
22%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
University of Massachusetts-Boston attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 8% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 80% in-state residents, 12% out-of-state students, and 8% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
80% of student body
12% of student body
8% of student body
States Represented
42 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
61%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
57%
Female Students
Global Reach
8%
International
Age Diversity
14%
Non-Traditional Age