University of Massachusetts Amherst

Applicants are required to demonstrate their English language proficiency to apply to the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Typically via tests like TOEFL or IELTS. Some schools under this university may also accept Duolingo or PTE.  

Mentioned below are the minimum English language proficiency requirements: 

International students are required to submit academic documents to be able to apply successfully to the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Some of the very important eligibility requirements are mentioned below: 

UMass Boston aims to unite the community through Desi culture and events and create a family environment for desi students away from home. The university wants to encourage the university's students to see different cultures and experience the traditional events. This association's main aim is to unite desi students, make new friends, and spread the culture on-campus. 

Graduate applicants thinking to apply to UMass at Boston should have a 2.75 GPA in all Undergraduate work. A Bachelor's degree is required to apply to this university. For UG applicants, as such, the minimum GPA has not been mentioned. A few of the documents required to apply are: 

• Academic transcripts

• Recommendation letters

• GRE / GMAT scores

• Resume

• Statement of Purpose

• SAT / ACT scores (as required)

• English language proficiency score

UMass at Boston MSc in CS course prepares students for a professional career in software development. To take admission to this program, the applicants should have a GPA of 2.75 in all Undergraduate work. Along with this, a GRE score is also required. Additionally, the documents given below are also required: 

• Official academic transcripts

• Statement of Purpose

• An English language proficiency score

• Two letters of recommendation

Students at the University of Massachusetts Boston can enjoy the meals at the Resident Dining Commons, grab a coffee at one of the university's cafes,   or enjoy a donut at the on-campus Dunkin' Donuts. The meal plan cost for the academic year is USD 6,650 (Around INR 6 L). Students can eat in one of the following areas: 

• Dining Commons

• Food Court

• UMarket

• Dunkin' Donuts

• Beacon Cafe

• ISC Cafe

International students at UMass Boston are eligible for part-time work. But, they cannot work more than 20 hours per week while the classes are in session or 40 hours per week when the classes are not going on. But, do refer to the conditions to know more details. The job listings are posted online through the Handshake website. A few of the popular part-time jobs in the U.S. are Barista, Teaching Assistant, Tour Guide, Research Study Assistant, etc. 

According to Fall 2024 facts, the total number of students enrolled at UMass Boston is 15,575. Out of this, the total number of UG students is 12,000+ and PG students are 3,400+. Out-of-state UG student enrollment is 1,800+, and PG student enrollment is 1,400+. A few other facts are given below: 

UG student enrollment

• Females: 6,724

• Male: 5,388

• Full-time students: 9,948

• Part-time students: 2,190

PG student enrollment 

• Females: 2,214

• Male: 1,108

• Full-time students: 1,574

• Part-time students: 1,863

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is well-known for offering best academic programs for its international and Indian students. The University of Massachusetts Amherst offers around 111 UG , 79 PG, and 49 doctoral degree programs for its Indian students. Some popular programs at UMass are Accounting, Architecture, Art, Computer Science, Astronomy, and more. Furthermore, the top programs opted by University of Massachusetts Amherst alumni are listed below:

• Psychology
• Economics
• Business Administration and Management
• Computer Science
• Computational Science