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University of Massachusetts

University of Massachusetts

Boston, Massachusetts
Founded in 1964

UMass Boston has qualifications at all levels and offers a wealth of academic routes. Excellent facilities, renowned faculty and flexible schedules further enhance its reputation in this prestigious university city.

Entry Routes

Programs Available

Bachelor’s degrees

Number of Students

16,000

Student Ratio

16:1

Site Url

http://www.umb.edu

With over a hundred undergraduate programs, UMass Boston also has a dedicated Academic Support Program committed to ensuring student success. UMass Boston boasts over 70 smart classrooms and excellent IT facilities, plus access to the Healy Library, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, and Massachusetts State Archives.

UMass Boston has eight Colleges: Education and Community Development, College of Advancing and Professional Studies, McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies, College of Liberal Arts, College of Science and Mathematics, College of Management, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, and College of Public and Community Service.

Entry Requirements

  • Conditional acceptance: undergraduate programs
  • No TOEFL score required
  • Track required: Undergraduate Track, recommendation of the academic department and an SAT score is required.

Accommodation Options

Privately owned student accommodations are available within walking distance from campus and overlooking the harbor. UMass Boston has a Roommate Matching Service designed to connect students who want to live near the campus.

Ranking Accreditation

UMass Boston is rated as a Tier 2 University by the US News & World Report Best Colleges 2011 report and is also ranked 26 in Massachusetts by stateuniversity.com. UMass Boston is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. It is also a member of the Council of Graduate Schools and the Northeastern Association of Graduate Schools.