B+

Very Good

Score: 71/100

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

4-Year Public

📍 Amherst, Massachusetts 01003

🌐 www.umass.edu/

Outcomes

89/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

89/100

Prestige

B+

71/100

Quick Stats

31,810

Total Enrollment

83%

Graduation Rate

91%

Retention Rate

18.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

58%

Acceptance Rate

$22,954

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near University of Massachusetts-Amherst ▼

1% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 254 students who need housing.

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🏆 Where University of Massachusetts-Amherst Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Business Analytics

of 62 schools

Communication, General

#16

#18

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

of 100 schools

#20

Psychology, General

of 100 schools

#22

Business Administration and Management, General

of 100 schools

#22

Public Health, General

#26

#30

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$16,591	$38,527
Room	$8,154
Board	$7,283
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$34,666	$56,602

Financial Aid

87%

Receive Any Aid

18%

Receive Pell Grants

49%

Take Out Loans

$22,954

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$11,103
$30,001 - $48,000	$13,259
$48,001 - $75,000	$16,738
$75,001 - $110,000	$24,016
$110,001+	$31,297

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer Science 806 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 678 grads/yr Psychology, General 620 grads/yr Business Analytics 490 grads/yr Finance, General 323 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 321 grads/yr Economics, General 307 grads/yr Communication, General 295 grads/yr Accounting 286 grads/yr Public Health, General 255 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 229 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 229 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 224 grads/yr Mathematics, General 220 grads/yr Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 188 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 180 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 179 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 164 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 141 grads/yr Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 141 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers

$171k/yr 667,100 jobs

Computer and information research scientists

$141k/yr 40,300 jobs

Database architects

$136k/yr 66,900 jobs

Software developers

$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs

Information security analysts

$125k/yr 182,800 jobs

Data scientists

$113k/yr 245,900 jobs

Computer occupations, all other

$109k/yr 472,000 jobs

Software quality assurance analysts and testers

$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

31,810

Total Students

52%

Women

94%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%

Hispanic 8%

Black 4%

Asian 12%

Two or More 4%

Non-Resident 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 98%

Off-Campus (Renters) 1%

With Family 1%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~254 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 80%

Hybrid (Some Online) 9%

Fully Online 11%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%

25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

University of Massachusetts-Amherst has an acceptance rate of 58%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

Tuition at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $16,591 for in-state students and $38,527 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $22,954.

What is the graduation rate at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

The graduation rate at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst a good school?

University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a Repit College Score of 71/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

University of Massachusetts-Amherst has a total enrollment of 31,810 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

Yes! Approximately 1% of students at University of Massachusetts-Amherst live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 254 students who need rental housing near campus.

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