University of Massachusetts Amherst
Founded 1863
President Javier Reyes (Chancellor)
Fees USD 16,500
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
The University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst) is a public research university founded in 1863, the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts System. Consistently ranked among the top 30 public universities in the US, UMass Amherst enrolls 32,000 students. The Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences is ranked top-25 nationally, and the polymer science program is consistently top-3 in the world.
Colleges
- Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences — Top-25 nationally; outstanding CS and AI research
- Isenberg School of Management — Top-25 undergraduate business; strong accounting and finance
- College of Natural Sciences — World top-3 polymer science; exceptional chemistry and biology
- School of Public Health and Health Sciences — Top public health programs
- College of Engineering — ABET-accredited engineering programs
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~59% | In-State Tuition: ~$16,500