University of Massachusetts - Boston: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #610 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #214 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #189 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #10 of 88 | In Massachusetts |
| #4 of 24 | In Boston |
| #121 of 1,000 | For Special Education |
| Top50% | For 179 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 84%
- Undergraduates
- 12,138
- Graduates
- 3,437
- Male:Female Ratio
- 42:58
- Control
- Public
- Highest Degree
- Doctor's degree
- Website
- www.umb.edu
University of Massachusetts - Boston Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
University of Massachusetts - Boston has an acceptance rate of 84% and is in the middle in terms of the difficulty of admission among universities in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 84% | 81% | 85% |
| Applicants | 21,262 | 7,677 | 13,573 |
| Admissions | 17,813 | 6,210 | 11,596 |
| Freshmen enrolled full time | 2,141 | 971 | 1,169 |
| Freshmen enrolled part time | 46 | 26 | 20 |
3,357 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
1,700 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
SAT scores
Among admitted applicants
692 or 32%
submitted SAT
25% of them
had 1070
or below
75% of them
had 1290
or below
Typical SAT scores of first-years in the University of Massachusetts - Boston are 1070-1290 (middle 50% range).
ACT scores
Among admitted applicants
45 or 2%
submitted ACT
25% of them
had 22
or below
75% of them
had 29
or below
Typical ACT scores of first-years in the University of Massachusetts - Boston are 22-29 (middle 50% range).
Admissions requirements
| College-preparatory program | Required |
|---|---|
| Recommendations | Required |
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| TOEFL | Required |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
| Other Tests | Neither required nor recommended |
| Secondary school rank | Neither required nor recommended |
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| White | 5102 (33%) |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 2759 (18%) |
| Black or African American | 2421 (16%) |
| Asian | 2127 (14%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 1628 (10%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 978 (6%) |
| Two or more races | 534 (3%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 11 (0.1%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 7 (0%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
- Average aid awarded
- $14,042
- Students receiving aid
- 92%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $15,278 | $19,850 |
| Tuition in-state | $15,278 | $19,850 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $37,495 | $38,746 |
| Fee in-district | $630 | $606 |
| Fee in-state | $630 | $606 |
| Fee out-of-state | $630 | $606 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 1,102 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $17,920 |
| Room charge | $11,560 |
| Meal charge | $6,360 |
University of Massachusetts - Boston majors
University of Massachusetts - Boston has granted 2,344 bachelor's degrees across 47 programs, 1,045 master's across 42 programs, and 110 doctorate degrees across 20 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at University of Massachusetts - Boston.
| Major | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | 361 | 170 | |
| Nursing Science | 315 | 42 | 8 |
| Psychology, General | 248 | ||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 195 | 7 | 11 |
| Computer Science | 109 | 97 | 3 |
| Information Science & Studies | 142 | ||
| Information Technology | 80 | 48 | |
| Criminal Justice & Safety Studies | 127 | ||
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education & Fitness, General | 102 | 10 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other | 100 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 74 | 11 | |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 70 | 2 | |
| Economics, General | 69 | ||
| Communication, General | 67 | ||
| Environmental Science | 41 | 11 | 7 |
| Management Science | 47 | 7 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 51 | ||
| Political Science and Government, General | 50 | ||
| Sociology, General | 36 | 7 | 4 |
| History, General | 34 | 12 | |
| Applied Linguistics | 39 | 5 | |
| Mental Health Counseling & Counselor | 43 | ||
| Education & Teaching of Individuals with Vision Impairments Including Blindness | 35 | ||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 27 | ||
| Counselor Education & School Counseling and Guidance Services | 27 | ||
| International Relations and Affairs | 24 | ||
| Sports Studies | 24 | ||
| Art & Art Studies, General | 23 | ||
| Gerontology | 4 | 14 | 4 |
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 22 | ||
| Anthropology, General | 21 | ||
| Mathematics, General | 21 | ||
| Research and Experimental Psychology, Other | 5 | 16 | |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 20 | ||
| Social Work | 20 | ||
| Biochemistry | 19 | ||
| Chemistry, General | 11 | 3 | 3 |
| Education, General | 16 | ||
| International Policy Analysis | 12 | 4 | |
| Physics, General | 6 | 7 | 3 |
| School Psychology | 14 | ||
| Music, General | 13 | ||
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other | 13 | ||
| Creative Writing | 12 | ||
| Archeology | 11 | ||
| City & Urban, Community, and Regional Planning | 11 | ||
| Dispute Resolution | 11 | ||
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | 11 | ||
| International Public Health & International Health | 6 | 5 | |
| Public Administration | 11 | ||
| Social Psychology | 11 | ||
| Women's Studies | 11 | ||
| Philosophy | 10 | ||
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 9 | ||
| International & Globalization Studies | 7 | ||
| Public Policy Analysis, General | 4 | 3 | |
| Computer Engineering, General | 6 | ||
| Education, Other | 6 | ||
| Educational & Instructional Technology | 6 | ||
| Environmental Studies | 6 | ||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 5 | ||
| American & United States Studies & Civilization | 4 | ||
| Asian Studies & Civilization | 4 | ||
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other | 4 | ||
| Ethnic Studies | 4 | ||
| Urban Education and Leadership | 4 | ||
| African-American & Black Studies | 3 | ||
| Developmental and Child Psychology | 1 | 2 | |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General | 2 | ||
| Community Organization and Advocacy | 2 | ||
| French Language and Literature | 2 | ||
| Labor and Industrial Relations | 2 | ||
| Nursing Practice | 2 | ||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 2 | ||
| Biomedical Sciences, General | 1 | ||
| Marine Sciences | 1 | ||
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 1 | ||
| Philosophy, Other | 1 | ||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 1 | ||
| Public & Applied History | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 2,344 | 1,045 | 110 |
University of Massachusetts - Boston has a graduation rate of 49%, which is among the 39% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 49% | 40% | 57% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
University of Massachusetts - Boston is a world-class research university with 27,961 scientific papers published and 793,144 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Biology, Political Science, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Law, Sociology, Psychology, and Engineering.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 217 | 3033 |
| 1994 | 261 | 3185 |
| 1995 | 251 | 3499 |
| 1996 | 247 | 4039 |
| 1997 | 218 | 4077 |
| 1998 | 285 | 4525 |
| 1999 | 280 | 4909 |
| 2000 | 298 | 5551 |
| 2001 | 306 | 5930 |
| 2002 | 379 | 7140 |
| 2003 | 440 | 7635 |
| 2004 | 426 | 8088 |
| 2005 | 438 | 9293 |
| 2006 | 478 | 10493 |
| 2007 | 503 | 11795 |
| 2008 | 524 | 13406 |
| 2009 | 582 | 14923 |
| 2010 | 667 | 16570 |
| 2011 | 802 | 18723 |
| 2012 | 889 | 21088 |
| 2013 | 933 | 23329 |
| 2014 | 1040 | 26433 |
| 2015 | 1079 | 28034 |
| 2016 | 1173 | 30899 |
| 2017 | 1190 | 34655 |
| 2018 | 1286 | 38845 |
| 2019 | 1249 | 46540 |
| 2020 | 1347 | 55949 |
| 2021 | 1810 | 61618 |
| 2022 | 1653 | 59015 |
| 2023 | 1175 | 60965 |
| 2024 | 996 | 59271 |
| 2025 | 827 | 53531 |
University of Massachusetts - Boston alumni
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Joe Rogan
- Occupations
- stand-up comedianpodcasteractorcolor commentatorThai boxer
- Biography
-
Joseph James Rogan Jr. is an American podcaster, UFC color commentator, comedian, actor, and former television host. He hosts The Joe Rogan Experience, which is one of the most popular podcasts in the world and has been the most streamed podcast on Spotify since 2020.
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Dana White
- Occupations
- entrepreneur
- Biography
-
Dana Frederick White Jr. is an American businessman who is the CEO and president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), a global mixed martial arts organization. In 2025, White's net worth was estimated at over $600 million by Forbes. Outside the UFC, he is the owner of Power Slap, a slap fighting promotion he founded in 2022. Meta Platforms elected White to its board of directors in 2025.
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Joseph P. Kennedy II
- Enrolled in the University of Massachusetts - Boston
- In 1976 graduated with Bachelor of Arts
- Occupations
- businesspersonpolitician
- Biography
-
Joseph Patrick Kennedy II is an American businessman, Democratic politician, and a member of the Kennedy family. He is the eldest son of former U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy, and he is a nephew of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy and former U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy. He is also the older brother of U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
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Biz Stone
- Occupations
- computer scientistbusinesspersoncreative directorblogger
- Biography
-
Christopher Isaac "Biz" Stone is an American entrepreneur who is a co-founder of Twitter, among other tech companies. Stone was the creative director at Xanga from 1999 to 2001. Stone co-founded Jelly, with Ben Finkel. Jelly was launched in 2014 and was a search engine driven by visual imagery and discovery. Stone was Jelly's CEO until its acquisition by Pinterest in 2017.
General info
| Alternative names | UMB |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1964 |
| Colors | blue, white |
| Academic calendar | September to May (September - December; February-May). Also Summer Session (May-August); Winter Inter-Session (January) |
| Total FTE staff | 1,867 |
| Carnegie classification | Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity |
Location and contacts
| Address | 100 Morrissey Boulevard Boston, Massachusetts, 02125-3393 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 676,000 |
| Phone | 6172875000 |