So, you’re thinking about applying to the University of Massachusetts-Amherst (better known as ‘UMass’), and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 59%, admission to UMass is fairly competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1400, or an ACT score of around 33.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and You’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at UMass’ admission statistics.

UMass 2018 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2022

UMass’ acceptance rate in 2018 was 59%. For students applying to the class of 2022, out of 41,612 applicants, UMass admitted about 24,551. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.90, the average ACT score was 28, and the average SAT score was 1300.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 26, and the 75th percentile score was 31.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1190. The 75th percentile score was 1340.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to UMass is very competitive. Even if UMass is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at UMass’ admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

UMass 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

To apply to UMass, you’ll need to fill out the Common Application, submit your official high school transcript, submit either an SAT or ACT score (writing section optional), a Letter of Recommendation, and pay the $80 application fee. Everything should be submitted by November 1st for Early Action, and January 15th for Regular Decision.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out the Common Application
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score (writing score optional)
• Submit your high school transcript
• Submit one letter of recommendation
• Pay the $80 application fee

The application deadline is November 1st for Early Action and January 15th for Regular Decision. May 1 is the reply date for admitted students.

Have you been admitted to UMass? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

UMass 2018 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2022

If you matriculate at UMass, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 51% are male and 49% are female
• 4.9% of students are international

UMass has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 4.9%
• Underrepresented minority: 7.5%
• Two or more races: 2.8%
• White: 69.1%

What do these admitted students plan to study? UMass offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Business
• Management
• Marketing

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

UMass Tuition Figures

At $46,501, UMass’ cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $10,647.

Here’s a fuller look at UMass tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $46,501
• Average financial aid package: $10,647
• The average student debt of a UMass graduate is $31,397

Now, what is life like at UMass? Let’s take a look.

UMass Location

UMass’ campus is located in Amherst, Massachusetts, and partially in the neighboring town of Hadley, Massachusetts.

The campus itself is located on 1,450 acres and contains the world’s tallest research library building, the W.E.B. du Bois Library. It also contains a number of buildings that are highly representative of the modernist style, such as The Fine Arts Center and The Southwest Residential Area.

Remember, you’re going to UMass for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

UMass Academics

UMass has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Accounting
• Architecture
• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Comparative Literature
• Drama and Dramatics
• Environmental Science
• Food Science
• General Studies
• Humanities/Humanistic Studies
• Journalism
• Mechanical Engineering
• Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
• Operations Management and Supervision
• Portuguese Language and Literature
• Russian Studies
• Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at UMass.

Student Life at UMass

UMass has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of UMass’ student activities:

• Accounting Association
• Brighter Beginnings
• Comedy League
• Dance Team
• China Study Club
• Ski & Board Club
• Gardenshare
• Esports Club
• Mass Games
• Philosophy and Open Thought
• Students of Recreation
• Surf Club
• iGem Club
• College Diabetes Network
• Food Recovery Network
• Lions Club
• Sisters on the Runway

Are you an athlete? UMass has got plenty of options for you.

UMass Athletics

UMass offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

UMass’ sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-Country
• Swimming & Diving
• Soccer
• Lacrosse
• Track & Field
• Hockey

Who might you become with a UMass degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

UMass has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• NASA astronaut Catherine Coleman
• GE CEO Jack Welch
• Actor Bill Paxton
• Singer Natalie Cole
• Nobel Prize winner Russell Hulse
• T-Mobile US President John Legere
• Activist Betty Shabazz
• Actor Richard Gere
• Comedian Rob Corddry
• NBA Hall of Fame player Julius Irving

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into UMass is very competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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