University of Massachusetts Global
About University of Massachusetts Global
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UMass Global is a public nonprofit university based in Irvine, California, part of the UMass system. It serves working adults through flexible online and hybrid programs in business, education, and health sciences.
Founded
1958
Location
Aliso Viejo, California
Students
8,397
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
N/A
Not reported
Tuition
$12,540
Per year
Avg Net Price
$32,654
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$65,703
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
N/A
Graduation rate not reported
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
Not reported
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
9.6%
$/Student
$4.2K
Class Size
Medium
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$12,540
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,056
Total Cost of Attendance
$35,325
After Financial Aid
$32,654
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$31,963
Receive Grants
22.5%
Take Loans
23%
Tuition is $12,540/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $32,654.
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 Global fund their education.
While in School
22.5%
Get Grants
Free money
23%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,485
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,276
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$257/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 23% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $24,276. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
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 Global.
Gender
68.4%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,491
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,906
Graduates
50%
First-Gen
32 yrs
Avg Age
77.2%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 32, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 50% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,491
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Trimester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Massachusetts Globalearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$65,703
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$61K
340 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$41K
130 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$41K
124 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$37K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
—
67 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
65 grads
Graduates earn $66K ten years after starting, significantly above the $40K national median. A solid investment.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.