MS Finance 

at UMass Boston, Boston

International students have to pay the non-refundable UMass Boston application fees for undergraduate and graduate admission. We have mentioned the application fee below:

·      UG: USD 60 or INR 5,000.66

·      PG: USD 75 or INR 6,250.82

(USD 1 = INR 83.34)

International students can check the list of USA Universities with No Application Fees

UMass Boston ranking is #214 in the National Universities ranking as per a ranking publisher in the US in 2025. In 2024, in the same category rankings, this university was placed at #216. In 2023, this university was placed at #234 position. This shows that in the National Universities rankings, the university’s ranking has improved over the years. In the U.S. specific rankings, UMass Boston has managed to stay in the Top 300 Universities. 

The University of Massachusetts Boston has been named as a Top Tier Research University. It has received R1 status in 2025 by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. It is an university with a very high research activity. In the fiscal year 2024, this university reported USD 81.1 million in annual research funding. This new status represents a major reputational advancement for the university that will aid in attracting new research funds and recruiting renowned faculty researchers and graduate students.

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

According to US news & World Report ranking by subjects, UMass Boston ranks 62 for Computer Science. Students can also check the below table for more information about UMass Boston ranking in CS:

Check the list of Top 20 Universities in the USA for MS in Computer Science 2023

The University of Massachusetts Boston offers a dynamic college experience in the innovative and historic City of Boston. Over 2,000 international students from more than 136 countries study at this university. By studying here, students can find their community on the 120-acre Waterfront campus just minutes from Downtown. This university offers an inclusive and enriching environment for international students. Also, the university offers a wide number of course options. More than 200 degree options are available for studies (UG, PG, and Certificate).

Yes, UMass Boston is a STEM-designated course. This means that international students who graduate from the course can extend their 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT) period by an additional 24-months, allowing them to work in the U.S. for up to 3 years after getting their degree. Also, note that the MSF programme participates in the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. This participation indicates that the university's curriculum is closely tied in the practice of Investment Management and is helpful for students preparing for CFA exams. After pursuing this course, students can take up roles like Financial Analyst, CFO, Financial Planner, Portfolio Manager, etc.

Check below the UMass Boston requirements for international students to apply for undergraduate and graduate admissions:

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

·      Submit official high school transcripts/or high school equivalency (GED, HiSET, etc.)

·      Additional test score of ACT/SAT (unless applying with No Test Option)

·      Recommendation Letter (school-based counselor or teacher)

·      English Language Proficiency for non-native speakers of English

Graduate Admission Requirements

·      Must complete a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

·      A minimum, cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale in academic

·      Additional test score of GMAT/GRE

·      Recommendation Letter

·      Submit SOP

·      English Language Proficiency for non-native speakers of English

Know more about the Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

In the world-rankings by a top-ranking publisher, UMass Boston's world ranking is #951-1000 in 2026 and #1001-1200 in 2025. This shows that in the world rankings, this university is ranked better in the current year's QS rankings. Furthermore, it ranks at #827 Globally in the U.S. News & World Report's rankings in 2025. 

The University of Massachusetts Boston has a diverse student population. It has 2,400+ international students from 130+ countries. The university is proud to be the most diverse college campus in New England, and the third-most diverse in the U.S. According to 24/7 Wall Street, UMass Boston is the 3rd most diverse student body. Furthermore, this university is a nationally ranked public research university known for its inclusive culture, student-centered teaching, etc.