B
Good
Score: 63/100

University of Massachusetts-Lowell

4-Year Public
📍 Lowell, Massachusetts 01854
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
C
50/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
C
48/100

Quick Stats

16,770
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
$17,624
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near University of Massachusetts-Lowell

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,191 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$487,043
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,352
1-Year Change
+2.2%
For parents & investors

The University of Massachusetts-Lowell Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $487,043
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,352/mo — vs ~$992/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01850 (3.8% cap, Lowell)

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🏆 Where University of Massachusetts-Lowell Ranks

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

🥇
Polymer/Plastics Engineering
of 3 schools
#6
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
of 100 schools
#30
Information Science/Studies
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $15,850 $34,676
Room $8,930
Board $5,690
Total Cost (On-Campus) $34,564 $53,390

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
66%
Take Out Loans
$17,624
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,460
$30,001 - $48,000$11,220
$48,001 - $75,000$15,576
$75,001 - $110,000$21,633
$110,001+$26,648

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 1,086 grads/yr Computer Science 323 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 300 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 250 grads/yr Psychology, General 242 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 184 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 145 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 135 grads/yr Public Health, General 112 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 103 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 88 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 83 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 78 grads/yr Chemical Engineering 71 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 70 grads/yr Computer Engineering, General 69 grads/yr Polymer/Plastics Engineering 69 grads/yr Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 66 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 64 grads/yr Mathematics, General 57 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

16,770
Total Students
43%
Women
79%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 13%
Black 8%
Asian 13%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 68%
Off-Campus (Renters) 7%
With Family 25%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,191 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 11%
Fully Online 30%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 79%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts-Lowell?
University of Massachusetts-Lowell has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Massachusetts-Lowell?
Tuition at University of Massachusetts-Lowell is $15,850 for in-state students and $34,676 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,624.
What is the graduation rate at University of Massachusetts-Lowell?
The graduation rate at University of Massachusetts-Lowell is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Massachusetts-Lowell a good school?
University of Massachusetts-Lowell has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Massachusetts-Lowell?
University of Massachusetts-Lowell has a total enrollment of 16,770 students. Most students (79%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Massachusetts-Lowell?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at University of Massachusetts-Lowell live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,191 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology