University of Massachusetts Boston

If you want to apply to UMass Boston, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 15 and the fee for the application costs $60.

UMass Boston Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of UMass Boston's admissions stats.

UMass Boston 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	15%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	81%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	6%
Waitlist	No

University of Massachusetts Boston Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Massachusetts Boston.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 31
Regular Decision	Yes	February 15	––

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Considering Applying Early to UMass Boston?

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UMass Boston does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. UMass Boston will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 31.

➡️ See a list of some competetive 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 Boston Admissions

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Transferring to University of Massachusetts Boston

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to UMass Boston

UMass Boston has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into UMass Boston?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at UMass Boston

Curious about the factors that are considered by UMass Boston 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with UMass Boston for more information on admission factors.

UMass Boston Application Requirements

To apply to UMass Boston, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with UMass Boston's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Other Requirements		√		SAT/ACT scores
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UMass Boston?

Students admitted to UMass Boston have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 25% submitted a class rank. At UMass Boston 15% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13%
3.75 and 3.99	10%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	19%
2.50 and 2.9	25%
2.00 and 2.49	2%

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 UMass Boston 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

UMass Boston looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UMass Boston is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 81% of UMass Boston's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UMass Boston?

To be competitive with other UMass Boston applicants, you should aim to earn between 1020 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At UMass Boston 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UMass Boston students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of UMass Boston students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UMass Boston?

To be most competitive at UMass Boston, you should strive to earn between 20 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for UMass Boston's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for UMass Boston students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Massachusetts Boston

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to UMass Boston.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 15.

Transfer students can enroll in UMass Boston during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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UMass Boston Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UMass Boston?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UMass Boston.

Does UMass Boston accept transfer credits?

✅ UMass Boston accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. UMass Boston accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does UMass Boston accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ UMass Boston accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to UMass Boston?

❌ No, UMass Boston is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to include your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is UMass Boston's acceptance rate?

✅ UMass Boston's acceptance rate is 80%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UMass Boston?

❌ UMass Boston does not offer early decision.

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