University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst): Rankings, Admission 2024, Acceptance Rate, Cost

Q: If I'm a non-native English speaker, do I need to appear for some exam for admission at UMass Amherst?

If you’re not a U.S citizen or a U.S permanent resident and don’t have English as your native language, you will be required to present scores from a standardised English language proficiency exam.

Q: What all language proficiency scores are accepted for admission at UMass Amherst?

Scores accepted at UMass Amherst include - TOEFL (80 minimum combined score), IELTS Academic (6.5 minimum combined score), and Pearson Test of English Academic (Overall 53 minimum score).

Q: Do I need a visa for an educational exchange programme at UMass Amherst?

Yes, those international students planning to come to the university for an exchange visitor programme need J-1 Visa. The J Visa stamp can be obtained at a U.S embassy or consulate.

Q: Is there a TOEFL waiver at UMass Amherst for international students who are attending an American college at present?

Yes, waiver will be provided to those who hold a degree or are enrolled as a full-time student who has finished 2 academic years of college work in the US before entering the University of Massachusetts.

Q: Will a low GPA create an issue while applying for a PhD admission at UMass Amherst?

There are various other factors important than the GPA such as research experience, quality of letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose which may be evaluated while scanning your application. But as per records, the students who got admission at the university had a high GPA. It should also be noted that GRE scores are no more required for pursuing a PhD.

Q: How many letters of recommendation am I supposed to submit for admission at UMass Amherst?

Many courses at UMass Amherst need you to submit more than 2 letters of recommendation, but for the majority of the courses you need to send only two LOR. For more details about the same, students can visit the specific course on the official website of the university.

Q: Is it mandatory to submit official paper transcripts along with my UMass Amherst application?

It is important for the international students to submit atleast a scanned copy of their transcripts, failing which the application will not be evaluated. Once your admission is confirmed to the university for an MS or PhD course, you can mail or bring the official document to the university a day before your semester begins.

Q: Do international students need to get primary health insurance done for studying at UMass Amherst?

Yes, it is necessary for international students to get a student health plan. All the students pursuing a full-time course are automatically billed for this health insurance.

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What's New at UMass Amherst?

The applications for Spring Intake at University of Massachusetts Amherst opens on Oct 1, 2023 and closes on Nov 15, 2023.

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University of Massachusetts Amherst Highlights 2024
University of Massachusetts Amherst Popular Programmes 2024
University of Massachusetts Amherst Fees & Eligibility 2024
University of Massachusetts Amherst Scholarships 2024
University of Massachusetts Amherst Admission Dates 2024
University of Massachusetts Amherst Placements
Umass Accommodation & Meals
University of Massachusetts Amherst Rankings 2024
Studying in USA
University of Massachusetts Amherst Notable Alumni
Umass FAQs

University of Massachusetts Amherst Highlights 2024

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university in Amherst and the sole public land-grant university in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The university is ranked #1 for best campus food and put among the top 50 best-value public colleges by the Princeton Review. The University is ranked #26 among the national public universities by U.S. News & World Report.

Year of establishment	1863
Website	Go to Website
Also Known As	Umass
Accepted Exams	TOEFL PTE+1 More
Size of Campus in acres	1450
UG/PG Course Ratio	1.14
Faculty/Student Ratio	18
Endowments Value	US Dollar 323 million
No.of Campuses	5
Accommodation expenses	5764 USD for 1 sharing (UG)
Meal expenses	6395 USD (UG)
International Students Website	Go to Website

Commonly asked questions
On Highlights

Q: If I'm a non-native English speaker, do I need to appear for some exam for admission at UMass Amherst?

Q: What all language proficiency scores are accepted for admission at UMass Amherst?

University of Massachusetts Amherst Popular Programmes 2024

According to the U.S. News & World Report 2023, the most popular majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst are:

Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support
Social Sciences
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Engineering
Health Professions and Related Programs
Psychology
Communication, Journalism and Related Programs

MS

39 Courses9 months - 24 years

B++ Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹18.18 L - 29.58 L

Intake Session

Dec' 23
Jan' 24
Sep' 24
+1

B.Sc.

25 Courses4 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹29.19 L - 32.51 L

Intake Session

Dec' 23

BBA

9 Courses4 years

B+ Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹29.75 L - 32.51 L

Intake Session

– / –

M.A.

23 Courses1 year - 6 years

C++ Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

IELTS

1st year Tution Fees

₹17.77 L - 27.88 L

Intake Session

– / –

MIM

13 Courses1 year - 3 years

C+ Shiksha Grade

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹11.4 L - 34.92 L

Intake Session

Dec' 23
May' 24
Sep' 24
+1

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Commonly asked questions
On Popular Programs

Q: Do I need a visa for an educational exchange programme at UMass Amherst?

University of Massachusetts Amherst Fees & Eligibility 2024

University of Massachusetts Amherst Admission Requirements for Indian Students

Application fee
A copy of the official CBSE or ICSE Class 10 marks statement
A copy of the official CBSE or ICSE Class 12 marks statement
First-year transcript
English Language Proficiency
Academic Letter of Recommendation
Audition or Portfolio
Interview (optional)
Financial and Visa Information

English Language Requirements

All International students including Indian students are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language. The minimum English language requirements are:

Exam	Scores
TOEFL	Minimum score of 80 with no subscore lower than 20
IELTS	Minimum score of 6.5 with no subscore lower than 6.0
DET	Minimum score of 105

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
MS(39 courses)	INR 18 L - 30 L	Duration: 9 months-24 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 53 - 75
B.Sc.(25 courses)	INR 29 L - 33 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, SAT
BBA(9 courses)	INR 30 L - 33 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above
M.A.(23 courses)	INR 18 L - 28 L	Duration: 1 year-6 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above
MIM(13 courses)	INR 11 L - 35 L	Duration: 1 year-3 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 - 7, GRE, TOEFL: 80 - 100
B.A.(33 courses)	INR 29 L - 33 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, SAT
B.E. / B.Tech(9 courses)	INR 30 L	Duration: 3-4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)	INR 25 L - 28 L	Duration: 24 months-24 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above, GMAT, GRE
Others PG(9 courses)	INR 25 L - 28 L	Duration: 10 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above
MEM(1 course)	INR 28 L	Duration: 1 year-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above

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Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility

Q: Is there a TOEFL waiver at UMass Amherst for international students who are attending an American college at present?

Q: Will a low GPA create an issue while applying for a PhD admission at UMass Amherst?

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University of Massachusetts Amherst Scholarships 2024

The University of Massachusetts Amherst does not provide scholarships to international students. Most types of financial aid require that students fill out FAFSA and FAFSA can only be filled by U.S. citizens.

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University of Massachusetts Amherst Admission Dates 2024

The admission deadlines for the first-year students of University of Massachusetts Amherst for 2023/24 Spring Intake are given below:

Item	Deadlines
Common Application Open	August 1, 2023
Spring Application Deadlines	October 15, 2023
Early Action Application Deadline	November 5, 2023
Spring Reply Deadline	December 15, 2023
Regular Decision Deadline	January 15, 2023
Enrollment Deposit Due	May 1, 2024

Read: Admission Intakes in US Universities

Application fees :USD 75 - 85
Type of deadline :Depends on course

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Needed for few courses
LOR	Needed for few courses
Essays	Not required
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

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Important dates

Intake season	Deadline
Fall	15ᵗʰ Dec 2023 - 15ᵗʰ Jul 2024
Spring	1ˢᵗ Oct - 15ᵗʰ Nov 2023
Summer	1ˢᵗ Apr 2024
Winter	1ˢᵗ Nov 2023

Admission details of all courses

Commonly asked questions
On Admissions

Q: How many letters of recommendation am I supposed to submit for admission at UMass Amherst?

Q: Is it mandatory to submit official paper transcripts along with my UMass Amherst application?

University of Massachusetts Amherst Placements

Talking of the overall university (UMass) statistics, as per a survey conducted after six months of post-graduation, 87% of the UMass 2021 batch were either working, in the military, pursuing further education or volunteering. The graduates of 2021 were employed by over 1,400 organisations.

Isenberg Placement Highlights 2021

Item	Particulars
Success Rate (within 6 months of graduation)	95%
Mean Yearly Salary	USD 60,241
Median Yearly Salary	USD 62,00
Top Recruiting Industries	Accounting, Financial Services, and Technology/Science
Full-time Employment Rate	73%
Top Employer	Amazon, Oracle, IBM, Deloitte, KPMG, Citigroup, Dell, PwC, BDO USA

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Accommodation & Meals

On-Campus Accommodation

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Residential Life at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is one of the largest on-campus housing systems in the United States
Over 13,000 students live in 52 residence halls, with families, staff,

Residential Life at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is one of the largest on-campus housing systems in the United States
Over 13,000 students live in 52 residence halls, with families, staff, and graduate students accessing additional 240-unit apartment units throughout campus
Residence halls range in size from 150 to 550 residents and the university provides guarantee housing to first-year students
In all the halls the university provides opportunities for students to integrate residential, academic and social life while promoting positive involvement within the campus community

Masters

Bachelors

Accommodation Expense

PG Accommodation expenses:USD 5764
On-campus housing:umass.edu/living/residence

Meal Expense

PG meals expenses:USD 6395
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Off-Campus Accommodation

AVAILABLE

Off-campus housing:student.com/en-gb/us/amherst
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The residence option includes room, studio apartment, 4 bedroom apartment, 3 bedroom apartment, 2 bedroom apartment and 1 bedroom apartment
The average rent range is from $1200 to $1500
The facilitie

The residence option includes room, studio apartment, 4 bedroom apartment, 3 bedroom apartment, 2 bedroom apartment and 1 bedroom apartment
The average rent range is from $1200 to $1500
The facilities include high-speed free internet, on-site laundry, Kitchen, Refrigerator, Security System, A/C, Fitness Center etc.
Students can get the residence just minutes away from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst College, Hampshire College, and Smith College

University of Massachusetts Amherst Rankings 2024

The QS World University Rankings 2023 ranked the University of Massachusetts Amherst #253 in the world. Meanwhile, The U.S News & World Report 2023 ranked the University of Massachusetts #160 among the global universities and #67 among the national university rankings. Know the details about the University of Massachusetts Amherst Rankings from here.

Overall University Grade

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Ranked #69 in Top universities in USA

Mathematics

#201-250

ARWU

#151-200

Chemical Engineering

US News

#34

Mechanical Engineering

#301-350

US News

#63

Physics

#151-200

ARWU

#101-150

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Studying in USA

Average Accommodation Expense	INR 6.7 L (based on 146 colleges)
Average Meals Expense	INR 3.9 L (based on 116 colleges)
Part Time Work	Permitted International students are allowed to work part-time for 20 hours per week during an academic term. e... Read more about part time work
Post Study Work Permit	Permitted Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a one-year work and stay-back permit given to international students o... Read more about post study work permit
Cost of Visa Application	USD 185 = INR 15,380.9
Visa Application Process	Simple You will need an F1 visa if your course of study is a full-time degree. e... Read more about visa application process
Hot Job Sectors	IT, Tech, Energy, Healthcare, E-commerce and Business services are some of the popular job sectors in the U... Read more about hot job sectors
Economy Growth Rate	According to the BEA (Bureau of Economic Affairs), the Real GDP of USA was 2.1% in 2022. e... Read more about economy growth rate

University of Massachusetts Amherst Notable Alumni

Some of the most notable alumni of the University of Massachusetts Amherst are:

Name	Profession
Richard Gere	Actor
Natalie Cole	Singer and Songwriter
Bill Pullman	Actor
Julius Erving	Basketball Player

University of Massachusetts International Students

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is home to more than 23,000 undergraduate students from around the U.S. and more than 70 countries.

First-Year students in Fall 2022

Students	Statistics
Total Students	5,571
In-State Students	3,662
Out-of-State Students	1,426
International Students	483

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FAQs

Q: Do international students need to get primary health insurance done for studying at UMass Amherst?

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