University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. The acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is 96%. Out of 8,837 applications received in 2023, 8,441 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, the fee for the application is $60.

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's admissions stats.

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18.3%
Mean SAT Score	1140
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	19%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	1%
Waitlist	No

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 18	December 15

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Want to Apply Early to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

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University of Massachusetts Dartmouth does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 18. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accepts around 99% of early action applicants and 96% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth admitted 2,6 of the 2,625 who applied early action.

Some students apply early because they believe it will boost their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Admissions

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How To Get Into University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Getting into University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is moderately difficult. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accepted 96% of all applicants, approximately 8,441 from the 8,837 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

What does University of Massachusetts Dartmouth consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Massachusetts Dartmouth for more information on admission factors.

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Application Requirements

To apply to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	√	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	1	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

Students admitted to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 36.5% submitted a class rank. At University of Massachusetts Dartmouth 18.3% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 43.4% were in the top 25% and 73.4% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	15.7%
3.75 and 3.99	10%
3.50 and 3.74	11.7%
3.25 and 3.49	12.8%
3.00 and 3.24	13.9%
2.50 and 2.9	24%
2.00 and 2.49	11.8%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 19% of University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 1% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

To be competitive with other University of Massachusetts Dartmouth applicants, you should strive to earn between 1030 and 1248 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Massachusetts Dartmouth 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1248 and 25% of scored lower than 1030, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Massachusetts Dartmouth student is 1140.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Massachusetts Dartmouth students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Massachusetts Dartmouth students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, you should strive to earn between 22 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Massachusetts Dartmouth students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Massachusetts Dartmouth during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.

Does University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Massachusetts Dartmouth accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

❌ No, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has an acceptance rate of 96%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

❌ University of Massachusetts Dartmouth does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth was 99% in 2021.

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