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UMass Amherst advances academic excellence through research, teaching, and engagement across campus. Students and faculty drive discovery through programs, scholarship, and events that extend beyond the classroom.
Campus Tours & Info Sessions UMass Amherst Undergraduate Admissions offers in-person campus tours and first-year admissions information sessions throughout the week. Our tours and information sessions offer students and families the opportunity to learn more about life at UMass Amherst and our first-year application process.
UMass Amherst is a top-ranked public university with hundreds of bachelor's, associate's, master’s, and doctoral programs across nine schools and colleges.
Through the consortium, students at UMass Amherst have access to a broader array of courses, academic resources, facilities, and libraries, as well as research, performance, and social opportunities across five campuses within the Connecticut River valley including Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke and Smith colleges.
At UMass Amherst, students prepare for careers in the worlds of human and animal research, animal management, agriculture, and the veterinary sciences. Our curriculum examines the welfare, breeding, nutrition, physiology, behavior, and other aspects of the care and research of domestic and laboratory animals.
With over 120 innovative graduate programs, UMass Amherst is your destination to advance your career, jumpstart a new one, or become an entrepreneur.
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What does UMass Education Cost? We believe college is an investment in the future – your future – and we’re committed to ensuring you can attain the high-quality education you’re seeking. Find out how much it costs to attend UMass Amherst and see how our Financial Aid Services can help you pay for your time here. Undergraduate Costs Graduate Costs University+ Net Price Calculator