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Kelly Dankese outside of iRobot in Bedford, MA

Starting Salaries

With graduates earning an average of $74,900 out of college, UMass Lowell is No. 1 in Massachusetts and No. 2 in New England among public research universities for early career pay (Payscale.com).

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Lifetime ROI

UMass Lowell is also the highest rated public university in Massachusetts for 40-year return on investment—and it beats nine out of 10 schools nationwide (Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce).

UMass Lowell Value

  • #1

    public research university in New England for Return on Investment (Payscale.com)

  • 96%

    of students are employed, in graduate school or volunteering.

  • $195 Million

    awarded in financial aid

  • 700+

    co-op positions landed

  • $23,000

    average 6-month earnings of co-op students

What's Included in Tuition?

As a top-tier public research university, UMass Lowell (UML) is known for our focus on student success and outcomes. Long term value is important, but so is present value. In addition to paying for the courses students take, tuition covers tons of perks and discounts, including:

  • Free tickets to all UML at-home sporting events
  • Free streaming TV and movies
  • Free student activities and access to over 200 student clubs and organizations
  • Free laundry for campus residents
  • Free Wi-Fi, library resources and software programs, like Adobe Creative Suite and LinkedIn Learning
  • Free membership to the Campus Recreation Center with cardio and strength training equipment, basketball courts, an indoor track and more
  • Access to the Lin MakerSpace with state-of-the art tech like 3D printers and laser-cutting machines
  • Counseling services and UML's Serenity Center
  • Advising and tutoring services
  • Career & Co-op Center with access to thousands of internships and co-ops as well as free networking events like Career Fairs
  • Free campus transportation and bike rentals
  • Discounts at local restaurants, shops and museums

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