Value, Convenience & Flexibility
The success of UMass Lowell's graduate programs is based on the value -- an excellent education at a great price -- convenience and flexibility offered to students.
Value
- Quality: UMass Lowell has an unwavering commitment to providing all of its students with top quality academic programs.
- Affordability: UMass Lowell offers its graduate programs at about one-half the cost of education at comparable private institutions. A recent cost comparison (pdf) is based on current tuition and fees.
Convenience
- Multiple Locations: In addition to on-campus classes, graduate programs are held at off-campus sites across the region, increasing the convenience and accessibility for students.
- Online Options: UMass Lowell is a leader in distance learning, or internet-based online classes. Check the listing of this semester’s options.
- Good Timing: Most graduate classes are held in the late afternoon and early evening, making them more accessible to working professionals.
Flexibility
- Try one course. Individuals may enroll in one course before applying to a graduate program.
- Apply the Credits. Courses taken in a four-course graduate certificate program can often be applied to a variety of graduate degree program.
- Start Year Round. Students can apply year-round and begin their coursework during the fall, spring or summer semester.