University of Massachusetts Amherst
Location
181 Presidents Drive, Amherst, MA, 1003
(413) 545-0111
Admission
Acceptance Rate
50,261
Applied
30,020
Accepted
23,920
Enrolled
Application Deadline
| Type | Application Closing | Notification Date | Rolling Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Freshmen | January 15 | March 1 | N/A |
| Other early decision plan | November 5 | January 25 | N/A |
| Transfer | March 1 | March 1 | N/A |
Majors
Major and Degrees
Costs
Annual costs for full-time undergraduate students for the most current academic year. Full-time costs are based on 24 credits per year. Tuition rates vary by:
- Academic program/major
- Campus/location
- Class time
- Class load
- Course level
- Student level
Tuition and Fees
$17,006
In-state
$39,683
Out-of-state
$16,128
Room & Board
Financial Aid
Financial aid can include grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study/jobs. Financial aid packages vary depending on your financial need. Most colleges determine financial need based on your FAFSA
$12,195
Avg. Financial Aid Package
$12,419
Avg. Freshman Financial Aid Package
$4,049
Avg. Loan Aid
$2,738
Avg. Grant Aid
$9,796
Avg. Scholarship and/or Grant Aid awarded
57%
Avg. Percentage of Financial Need Met
6.64%
Percentage of Students Who Had Their Need Fully Met
Student Body
23,920
Total students
22%
Out-of-state students
7.9%
International Students
23920
Student body size
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
47.7%
Male
52.3%
Female
Campus Life
Housing
| Type | |
|---|---|
| College-owned housing | Yes |
| Housing requirements | Yes |
| Housing options | Co-ed housing Freshman car parking |
| % of undergrad students who live in college housing | 60 |
| % of students living on campus | No Reported |
Student Activities
Student-run campus newspaper
Student-run radio station
Marching band
Drama/theatre group
Choral groups
Student Services
Legal services
Personal/psychological counseling
Health clinic
Women's center
Student Organizations
Local fraternities
Greek sororities
Campus Security & Safety
24-hour emergency telephone/alarm services
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
24-hour patrols by trained officers
Late-night transport/escort services