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University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

North Dartmouth, MA · Public · Midsize suburb · Website

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth campus
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Admission rate
91%
Open
Average net price
$20,319
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
49%
Median earnings
$68,878
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is a public college in North Dartmouth, MA with 5,221 undergraduates. It admits 91% of applicants, and admitted students average 1182 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $20,319 per year ($14,400 for families earning under $30,000). 49% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $68,878 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
91%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
9,794
Fall 2023
Admitted
9,026
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing530–640
200800
SAT Math520–630
200800
ACT Composite26–30
136

What University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth 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 statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$34,295
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$16,233
Out-of-state tuition
$33,782

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$14,400
  • $30–48k$16,072
  • $48–75k$17,318
  • $75–110k$20,981
  • $110k+$29,500

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
49%
Freshman retention
64%
Median earnings
$68,878
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
5,221
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
41%
  • White55%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black19%
  • Asian4%

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth FAQ

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

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth admits 91% of applicants, which makes it open.

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

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 520–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1182.

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

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 26–30.

Is University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

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

In Fall 2023, 9,794 students applied to University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth and 9,026 were admitted; 1,376 enrolled.

Does University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth consider legacy status?+

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

Does University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth require an essay?+

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

How much does University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $34,295 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,319.

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

49% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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