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University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Amherst, MA · Public · Small city · Website

University of Massachusetts-Amherst campus
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Admission rate
60%
Accessible
Average net price
$22,857
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
81%
Median earnings
$80,486
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a public college in Amherst, MA with 23,671 undergraduates. It admits 60% of applicants, and admitted students average 1423 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $22,857 per year ($10,294 for families earning under $30,000). 81% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $80,486 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
60%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
50,424
Fall 2023
Admitted
29,129
Fall 2023
Yield
18%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing650–730
200800
SAT Math660–770
200800
ACT Composite30–33
136

What University of Massachusetts-Amherst looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$36,842
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$18,487
Out-of-state tuition
$41,759

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$10,294
  • $30–48k$10,343
  • $48–75k$12,020
  • $75–110k$17,769
  • $110k+$33,795

Get a personal estimate with University of Massachusetts-Amherst's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
81%
Freshman retention
92%
Median earnings
$80,486
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
23,671
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
23%
  • White57%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black5%
  • Asian14%

University of Massachusetts-Amherst FAQ

What is University of Massachusetts-Amherst's acceptance rate?+

University of Massachusetts-Amherst admits 60% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of Massachusetts-Amherst?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 650–730 on SAT Reading and Writing and 660–770 on SAT Math; the average total is 1423.

What ACT score do you need for University of Massachusetts-Amherst?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 30–33.

Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of Massachusetts-Amherst?+

In Fall 2023, 50,424 students applied to University of Massachusetts-Amherst and 29,129 were admitted; 5,286 enrolled.

Does University of Massachusetts-Amherst consider legacy status?+

No. University of Massachusetts-Amherst reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Massachusetts-Amherst require an essay?+

University of Massachusetts-Amherst reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of Massachusetts-Amherst cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $36,842 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,857.

What is University of Massachusetts-Amherst's graduation rate?+

81% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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