University of Massachusetts Lowell

University of Massachusetts Lowell is moderately difficult to get into. Around 85% of applicants get into University of Massachusetts Lowell each year. Out of 12,416 applications received in 2023, 10,499 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of Massachusetts Lowell, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/15 and the application fee is $60.

Students who submit their applications to University of Massachusetts Lowell for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by December 10.

University of Massachusetts Lowell Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of Massachusetts Lowell 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	26%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	2%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Massachusetts Lowell Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Massachusetts Lowell.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	February 5	December 10
Regular Decision	Yes	2 15	December 10

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Applying Early to University of Massachusetts Lowell?

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

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is February 5. University of Massachusetts Lowell will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 10.

University of Massachusetts Lowell accepts about 94% of early action applicants and 85% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, University of Massachusetts Lowell admitted 6,241 of the 6,612 who applied early action.

Some students apply early to 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 the chance of admission, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Find 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 Lowell Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to University of Massachusetts Lowell?

University of Massachusetts Lowell is a moderately difficult school to get into. University of Massachusetts Lowell evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, University of Massachusetts Lowell accepted 85% of students, about 10,499 of the 12,416 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Massachusetts Lowell, 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 Lowell

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Massachusetts Lowell

In 2022, University of Massachusetts Lowell waitlisted 462 students and 169 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 150 eventually received an admissions offer.

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

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Massachusetts Lowell

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Massachusetts Lowell 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
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	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 Lowell for more information on admission factors.

University of Massachusetts Lowell Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	√	audition for music students, art portfolio for art majors
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0	–	–
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 University of Massachusetts Lowell?

Students admitted to University of Massachusetts Lowell have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 36% submitted a class rank. At University of Massachusetts Lowell 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 53% were in the top 25% and 86% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	26%
3.75 and 3.99	18%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	19%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	6%
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 Lowell directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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 Lowell 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, 26% of University of Massachusetts Lowell's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

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

To be competitive with other University of Massachusetts Lowell applicants, you should strive to score between 1170 and 1320 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Massachusetts Lowell 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1320 and 25% of scored lower than 1170, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Massachusetts Lowell students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Massachusetts Lowell students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Massachusetts Lowell, you should strive to earn between 25 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Massachusetts Lowell's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

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

More Information on Transferring to University of Massachusetts Lowell

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Massachusetts Lowell.

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

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Massachusetts Lowell Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Massachusetts Lowell?

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

Does University of Massachusetts Lowell accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

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

❌ No, University of Massachusetts Lowell is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to include your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Massachusetts Lowell's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Massachusetts Lowell is 85%.

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

❌ University of Massachusetts Lowell does not offer early decision.

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

✅ The early action acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts Lowell was 94% in 2021.

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