About UMass Boston
CARE. CONNECTION. SUCCESS.
UMass Boston is the city’s public research university, where students discover and innovate with leading scholars. The college offers an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum tuned to the changing needs of the global economy. Classes are designed to meet the needs of a diverse group of students, with small class sizes, accessible faculty, and flexible programs.
UMass Boston’s location in a major U.S. city provides connections to employers in industries such as finance, health care, technology, service, and education, offering students opportunities to gain valuable experience through internships, clinical studies, and other career- related placements.
Students
Total Students
16,164
Faculty
Total Faculty
2,399
Student/Faculty Ratio
Tuition
Estimated Cost
$33,960
Admissions
Total Applicants
10,507
Admitted
75%
Enrolled
18%
Test Scores
SAT Math
960-1180
SAT Reading
960-1180
SAT Writing
960-1180
ACT Composite
21-26
TOEFL
Required
IELTS
Required
Location/Campus Life
UMass Boston is nationally recognized as a model of excellence for urban public universities. The scenic waterfront campus, with easy access to downtown Boston, is known for its first-rate faculty and diverse student body. From museums to unique neighborhoods, it’s no wonder Boston is the best college city in America.
HISTORIC BOSTON
CHINATOWN
Discover the famous Gourmet Dumpling House and Dim Sum Palace, in one of America’s most vibrant Chinatown neighborhoods.
CAMBRIDGE
A charming city across the Charles River, Cambridge is home to Harvard University and Harvard Square, packed with cafes, bookstores, and live music.
THE NORTH END
Situated along Boston Harbor, this bustling neighborhood is known for its old-world Italian charm.
FENWAY PARK
America’s oldest baseball park is home to the Boston Red Sox and features a remarkable display of team memorabilia.
FANEUIL HALL
Shop and dine at this historic marketplace in downtown Boston.
THE FREEDOM TRAIL
Walk Boston’s 2.5-mile journey through historic landmarks related to the American Revolution.
THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
With more than 450,000 pieces, the MFA is Boston’s most comprehensive collection of art. Best of all, it’s free for students.
A CITY OF PRESTIGE
Home to thirty-five colleges and universities, including Harvard, MIT, Boston College, and Tufts.
More than 100 organizations and clubs are offered at UMass Boston, including Engineering and Campus Wellness:
- 18 Division III NCCA teams
- Free kayaking and sailing in the Boston Harbor
Fast Facts
BOSTON AT A GLANCE
Home to 12 Fortune 500 companies
Part of the Top 15 Best Cities in the United States (Travel + Leisure, 2018)
#25 Best Places to Live (U.S. News & World Report, 2019)
#1 Massachusetts General Hospital is #1 in the state (U.S. News & World Report, Best Hospitals in America, 2019)
#77 in Job Growth (Forbes, 2018)
#1 Best U.S. Cities for Jobs (Fortune Magazine, 2018)
16:1 student-to-faculty ratio
Best Regional Colleges (The Princeton Review, 2019)
International Students
With more than sixty undergraduate and six graduate degrees to choose from, UMass Boston students are equipped with a top-class education and the skills to succeed on campus and beyond.
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT AT UMASS BOSTON
More than 1,700 alumni work and thrive at major financial institutions and Fortune 500 companies.
Distance Learning with AC Live
Earn US university credits that easily transfer to University of Massachusetts- Boston and get more engagement with instructors than a typical college classroom- with American Collegiate Live’s digital classroom experience.
With this distance learning program, you will:
- Start your degree in your home country
- Take live-to-device courses at home
- Learn from world-class faculty in real time
- Collaborate with classmates in and out of the classroom
- Earn recognized credits at UMASS Boston
- Receive bilingual academic support with counselors in your time zone
- Participate in virtual campus events and get personalized guidance for your transition to the US.
Start your journey by filling out the form above to speaking to one of the expert enrollment advisors today!
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