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University of Massachusetts-Boston

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Admission rate
84%
Accessible
Average net price
$22,548
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
51%
Median earnings
$70,597
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Massachusetts-Boston is a public college in Boston, MA with 11,512 undergraduates. It admits 84% of applicants, and admitted students average 1194 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $22,548 per year ($22,057 for families earning under $30,000). 51% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $70,597 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
84%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
20,918
Fall 2023
Admitted
17,353
Fall 2023
Yield
14%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing540–650
200800
SAT Math530–640
200800
ACT Composite22–29
136

What University of Massachusetts-Boston looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$36,898
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$16,558
Out-of-state tuition
$39,365

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$22,057
  • $30–48k$20,837
  • $48–75k$27,711
  • $75–110k$30,258
  • $110k+$36,294

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
51%
Freshman retention
70%
Median earnings
$70,597
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,089
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
11,512
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White30%
  • Hispanic21%
  • Black18%
  • Asian16%

University of Massachusetts-Boston FAQ

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

University of Massachusetts-Boston admits 84% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–650 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–640 on SAT Math; the average total is 1194.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–29.

Is University of Massachusetts-Boston test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 20,918 students applied to University of Massachusetts-Boston and 17,353 were admitted; 2,463 enrolled.

Does University of Massachusetts-Boston consider legacy status?+

Yes. University of Massachusetts-Boston reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of Massachusetts-Boston require an essay?+

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

How much does University of Massachusetts-Boston cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $36,898 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,548.

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

51% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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