University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, Massachusetts 02125-3393
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
University of Massachusetts-Boston is a public institution in Boston with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1188, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 11.8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,865 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,282.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Origins (pre-1964) The University of Massachusetts System dates back to the founding of Massachusetts Agricultural College under the Morrill Land-Grant Acts in 1863.
- •In 1962, the 162nd Massachusetts General Court expanded the UMass System for the first time to Worcester, Massachusetts with the creation of the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
- •In 1964, Massachusetts Senate Majority Leader Maurice A.
- •1964–1974: Park Square campus See also: Park Square (Boston) Massachusetts House of Representatives Majority Whip Robert H.
Source: Wikipedia
Notable Alumni
Janet Mills
75th Governor of Maine and former Maine Attorney General
Biz Stone
Co-founder of Twitter
Joe Rogan
Comedian, UFC commentator, and podcast host (attended but did not finish)
Dennis Lehane
Bestselling author of Mystic River and Gone Baby Gone (attended but did not finish)
Joseph Abboud
International fashion designer
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1188
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
11-01
Regular Decision
03-01
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Transfer Admission
International Students
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
48.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Academics
Programs (184)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
91
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MA state average + large city premium
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Admission Office
Nearby Attractions
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museumwalkable
Presidential library located adjacent to campus on Columbia Point
Boston Harbor Islands
National and State Park with ferry access nearby
Downtown Boston
Major metropolitan area with museums, dining, and cultural attractions
Days out near Boston
NewTwo or three colleges you can see in one day around Boston, from real bookable tour times.
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