University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
UMass Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02747-2300
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is a public institution in North Dartmouth with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1152, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $68,804 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,605.
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History & Fun Facts
- •The New Bedford Textile School was renamed the "New Bedford Institute of Textiles and Technology", and the Bradford Durfee Textile School was renamed the "Bradford Durfee College of Technology".
- •In 1962, the two schools were combined to create the "Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute", expanding to become "Southeastern Massachusetts University" by 1969.
- •In 1964, the ground was broken on a unified campus not far from the Smith Mills section of Dartmouth between the two cities of New Bedford and Fall River.
- •The Liberal Arts building was completed in 1966, the Science Engineering building in 1969, and the other original buildings were finished by 1971.
- •In 1991, SMU joined the UMass system and adopted its present name, the "University of Massachusetts Dartmouth".
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1152
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
11-15
Regular Decision
02-01
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
34.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$18,133
Academics
Programs (114)
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
64%
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
38
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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 + suburban adjustment
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
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Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
Nearby Hotels
Plan Your Visit
Admission Office
Nearby Attractions
New Bedford Whaling Museum
World's largest museum devoted to whaling history
Horseneck Beach
Popular beach and state reservation
Battleship Cove
World's largest collection of historic naval ships in Fall River
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