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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
Why is UMass Amherst so popular?
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Akanksha Malhotra

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Some of the reasons as to why UMass Amherst is so popular are-

  • It is recognised for its welcoming campus, top-ranked programs, and accomplished students and professors
  • More than 100 undergraduate majors are available
  • According to Princeton Review, UMass Amherst has been one of the Top 200 best values in colleges worldwide

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
What percentage of UMass Amherst students are international?
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Akanksha Malhotra

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According to the campus data provided by UMass Amherst, the following is the division of international students among the total enrolled students:

  • From over 24,000 undergraduate students, 7% are international
  • From around 8,000 graduate students, 27% are international graduate students

However, according to the data of Fall 2023, 34% of UMass Amherst graduate students were from outside the US – which is 2,677 students from 101 countries.

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
Is it mandatory to submit official paper transcripts along with my UMass Amherst application?
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Atul Mishra

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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.

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
Do international students need to get primary health insurance done for studying at UMass Amherst?
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Atul Mishra

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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 all language proficiency scores are accepted for admission at UMass Amherst?
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Atul Mishra

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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).

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
If I'm a non-native English speaker, do I need to appear for some exam for admission at UMass Amherst?
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Atul Mishra

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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.

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

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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.

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
Is there a TOEFL waiver at UMass Amherst for international students who are attending an American college at present?
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Atul Mishra

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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.

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
How many letters of recommendation am I supposed to submit for admission at UMass Amherst?
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Atul Mishra

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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.

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Amherst University of Massachusetts Amherst
Do I need a visa for an educational exchange programme at UMass Amherst?
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Atul Mishra

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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.

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