University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Amherst requires at least 120 to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. University of Massachusetts Amherst accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, University of Massachusetts Amherst has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 83% of students who start college at University of Massachusetts Amherst finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: University of Massachusetts Amherst may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At University of Massachusetts Amherst?

University of Massachusetts Amherst has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with University of Massachusetts Amherst directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst

When choosing a major, University of Massachusetts Amherst students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at University of Massachusetts Amherst.University of Massachusetts Amherst allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. University of Massachusetts Amherst false.University of Massachusetts Amherst offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About University of Massachusetts Amherst

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Does University of Massachusetts Amherst Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ University of Massachusetts Amherst offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does University of Massachusetts Amherst Have An Online Program?

✅ University of Massachusetts Amherst true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does University of Massachusetts Amherst Offer AP Credit?

✅ University of Massachusetts Amherst true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does University of Massachusetts Amherst Have An Honors Program?

✅ University of Massachusetts Amherst true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Does University of Massachusetts Amherst Require Internships?

🟨 University of Massachusetts Amherst does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About University of Massachusetts Amherst

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University of Massachusetts Amherst Library

The main library on campus is the W. E. B. Du Bois Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at University of Massachusetts Amherst

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

University of Massachusetts Amherst does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does University of Massachusetts Amherst have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

University of Massachusetts Amherst has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at University of Massachusetts Amherst include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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