University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
About University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UMass Dartmouth is a public university in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, on the South Coast. It offers programs in engineering, nursing, marine science, and the arts on a campus designed by architect Paul Rudolph.
Founded
1895
Location
North Dartmouth, Massachusetts
Students
7,458
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
90.6%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
52.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$15,612
Out-of-state: $32,567
Avg Net Price
$20,927
After financial aid
SAT Average
1182
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$68,804
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$60
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Aug 10
University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts the majority of applicants at 90.6%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1182/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
52.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
63.6%
4-Year Grad
39%
6-Year Grad
54%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
67.9%
$/Student
$16.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 63.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$15,612
In-State
$32,567
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$18,566
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$33,485
After Financial Aid
$20,927
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,976
Receive Grants
37%
Take Loans
64.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $33,485/yr for in-state students, including $18,566 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $20,927. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $32,567.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth fund their education.
While in School
37%
Get Grants
Free money
64.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$49,153
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $69K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth.
Gender
52.1%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,221
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,237
Graduates
35.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
13.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 35.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
5,221
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth fields 14 varsity teams with 519 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Little East
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
519
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
329
Men
190
Women
8
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Massachusetts-Dartmouthearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$68,804
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
152 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$49K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$36K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminology
$38K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$30K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $51K at six years, $47K at eight, and $69K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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