Take a Virtual Tour of UMass Lowell
Explore UMass Lowell from anywhere in the world. See the spaces where our students study, create, learn and live through a self-guided, interactive tour.
UMass Lowell is a Research 1 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 -
150+ Programs from the Division of Graduate, Online and Professional Studies
- 17:1 student/faculty ratio
- 1,000+ faculty members who are researchers and scholars in their fields
- $120 million annual research expenditures
- Incoming students are assigned professional and faculty advisors
- Free tutoring through our Centers for Learning, Advising, and Student Success
Explore all Academic Programs.
Student Life
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14 Division 1 athletic teams
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#1 Sustainable university in Massachusetts
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16,700+ Undergraduate and graduate students
- 75% of first-year students live on campus
- 10 residence halls, including suites, apartments and Living-Learning Communities
- 200+ clubs and organizations
- 300+ study abroad programs
- Incoming first-year class profile: 3.7 GPA, 1290 average SAT
Our welcoming campus is located in the culturally vibrant city of Lowell where we’re close to Boston and part of the Massachusetts technology corridor. Come visit today!
Diversity
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48% Of undergraduates identify as being from diverse backgrounds -
43% Of first-year students are first generation -
10% International students
- Students from 50 U.S. states and 100 countries
- About 1,000 students connected to the military
- National HEED Award (2025) for our vibrant, welcoming campus
- Recognized as a Minority-Serving Institution (U.S. Department of Education)
Visit our Diversity Portal.
Career Outcomes
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95% Of recent graduates are employed, in grad school or volunteering, on average -
800+ Companies offer co-op positions to our students -
40+ Start-ups created by our students in the last decade
- Guaranteed opportunity for at least 1 career-connected experience—for pay, credit or both—for every first-year student
- City of Lowell serves as a learning lab for students and faculty through internships and research partnerships
- Free professional career support for students and alumni
Visit our Career and Co-op Center.
Tuition and Financial Assistance
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$211M Financial aid awarded annually
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94% Average need met
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$19,995 Average need-based award package
Undergraduate Students: Estimated Annual Tuition and Fees (2026-27)
| Type | Tuition and Fees | Housing and Food Plan | Total |
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| In-state | $18,252 | $17,482 | $35,734 |
| Out-of-state | $37,460 | $17,482 | $54,942 |
| Regional Program | $29,008 | $17,482 | $46,490 |
| International | $42,077 | $17,482 | $59,559 |
Graduate Students: Estimated Annual Tuition and Fees (2026-27, full-time / 9 credits)
- In-state: $17,522
- Out-of-state: $30,100
- Regional Program: $26,014
- International: $34,326
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.