Overview
UMass Lowell is ranked the #1 Public University in Massachusetts by The Wall Street Journal and is one of the nation’s top research institutions, earning the prestigious Carnegie R1 designation (held by only 7% of four-year universities). Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top-tier national university and the #1 Best Value Public in Massachusetts, UMass Lowell stands out for its academic excellence, affordability, campus diversity, sustainability and strong graduate outcomes. With more than 10,000 undergraduate students, the university is committed to hands-on learning and career preparation, including The UML Guarantee, which ensures every first-year student has access to a paid or credit-bearing career-connected experience.
Located in the historic and vibrant city of Lowell—one of the safest large cities in the region—UMass Lowell offers the best of both worlds: a welcoming community and access to opportunities across metro Boston. From Division I athletics and cutting-edge labs to arts, festivals, business incubators and hundreds of student organizations, UMass Lowell provides the support and experiences students need to succeed in college and beyond.
Acceptance Rate:
83%
Average Net Price:
$19,147
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
27
Average SAT Composite
1284
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $16,814 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $36,610 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $16,922 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
94%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
27%
Average Aid Per Year
$12,647
27%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,580
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$8,469
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
37%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3846
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,580
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$83,809,432
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$12,911,508
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
66%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,308
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,751
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
Students receiving federal loans
65%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,121
Average Other Loans Per Year
$16,535
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
12628
Students Applied
91%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
673
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 5 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 15 | May 1 |
| Other | January 15 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$70
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
3%
Submitting ACT
30%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 27
Average SAT Composite: 1284
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
16,797
Total Number of Undergrads
10,175
0
100
45%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
65%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
85
Faculty Overview
0
100
70%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
50
Countries Represented
122
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
43%
Student Organizations
200
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
40%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
75%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
River Hawks
School Colors
blue, red, and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
238
Total Female Athletes
181
Intramural Sports
18
Sports Club
18
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field
University of Massachusetts-Lowell Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$61,467
Top 5 Cities
Boston
New York
San Francisco
Washington
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Raytheon
BAE Systems
Fidelity Investments
Oracle
Top 5 Sectors
Engineering
Operations
Business Development
Information Technology
Education
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,751
Loan Default Rate
7%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
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