University of Massachusetts Boston SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Even at test-optional UMass Boston, SAT scores are submitted far more often than ACT scores, so a strong SAT can still be worth including. With admission broadly accessible, aim near the top of the middle range, around a 1290 SAT, while keeping your GPA close to or above the 3.50 entering average.
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University of Massachusetts Boston facts and stats
University of Massachusetts Boston is an urban public university with 12,138 undergraduate students. UMass Boston has a 70% freshman retention rate and a 49% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1.
Boston, MA
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Key University of Massachusetts Boston application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
July 15
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
January 1
Priority Deadline
November 1
Financial Aid Priority
March 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because UMass Boston is test-optional, follow this timeline only if you plan to submit SAT or ACT scores. Take your first test by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall for retakes that could improve your superscore. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, aim for the October SAT or September ACT as your last retake so scores can arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
At UMass Boston, in-state tuition is $15,278 and out-of-state tuition is $37,495. About 69% of students receive aid, and the FAFSA priority deadline is March 1.
UMass Boston’s out-of-state tuition is $37,495, while in-state tuition is $15,278; room and board adds $17,920. About 69% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $20,912. Merit awards average $6,976, which can further reduce costs for qualifying students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $27,371.
Student life at University of Massachusetts Boston
9% of undergrads live on campus
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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