UMass Lowell is a national research university committed to preparing students for work in the real world— solving real problems and helping real people— by providing an affordable, high-quality education.
Academics
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120+ Undergraduate programs
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77 Graduate programs -
78 Online programs
- 17:1 student/faculty ratio
- 1,000+ faculty members who are researchers and scholars in their fields
- $95 million annual research expenditures
- Incoming students are assigned professional and faculty advisors
- Free tutoring through our Centers for Learning, Advising, and Student Success

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Student Life
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17,300+ Undergraduate and graduate students -
14 Division 1 athletic teams -
#1 Sustainable university in Massachusetts
- 3,700 students live on campus
- 10 residence halls, including suites, apartments and Living-Learning Communities
- 250+ clubs & organizations
- 300+ study abroad programs
- Incoming first-year class profile: 3.69 GPA, 1265 SAT

Diversity
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44% Of undergraduates are students of color -
45% Of first-year students are first generation -
9% International students
- Students from 51 U.S. states and territories and 118 countries
- 1,450 veteran students
- 96% of buildings are accessible
- National HEED Award (2023) for outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Recognized as a Minority-Serving Institution (U.S. Department of the Interior)

Career Outcomes
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98% Of class of 2022 is employed, in grad school or volunteering -
600+ Companies where students landed co-ops -
40+ Start-ups created by our students in the last decade
- At least 1 guaranteed paid career-connected experience for every undergraduate student (starting with 2023 incoming class)
- City of Lowell serves as a learning lab for students and faculty through internships and research partnerships
- Free professional career support for students & alumni

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Tuition & Financial Assistance
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$185M Financial aid awarded annually -
$16,941 Average need-based award package -
89% Average need met
Undergraduate Students: Estimated Annual Tuition and Fees (2023-24)
Tuition & Fees | Housing & Meal Plan | Total | |
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In-state | $16,182 | $13,930 | $30,112 |
Out-of-state | $34,550 | $13,930 | $48,480 |
New England Regional | $28,164 | $13,930 | $42,094 |
Graduate Students: Estimated Annual Tuition and Fees (2023-24, full time/9 credits)
- In-state: $15,676
- Out-of-state: $27,750
- New England Regional: $23,782
All prices are estimates and subject to change by vote of the UMass Board of Trustees. The Housing and Meal Plan rates reflect a Residence Hall Rate 1 and the Unlimited Meal Plan. For more information about living on campus, visit the Office of Residence Life.
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