{"id":4786,"date":"2025-07-25T09:05:43","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T09:05:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.buhave.com\/guide\/?p=4786"},"modified":"2025-07-25T09:05:43","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T09:05:43","slug":"university-of-massachusetts-amherst","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.buhave.com\/guide\/universities\/university-of-massachusetts-amherst\/","title":{"rendered":"University of Massachusetts Amherst"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/h2>\n

The University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst), established in 1863, is the flagship public research university of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Amherst, it is a Carnegie R1 institution known for its academic excellence, research output, and vibrant campus life. UMass Amherst offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs across colleges including engineering, business, public health, education, and liberal arts. Known for innovation in sustainable technologies, community-based research, and the arts, it fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and societal impact. The university supports a strong culture of entrepreneurship, service, and global engagement. With modern facilities, renewable energy initiatives, and active student organizations, UMass Amherst provides a dynamic learning environment. Its campus, set in a quintessential New England college town, offers a supportive atmosphere enriched by research, creativity, and leadership development.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
University Name<\/td>\nUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nAmherst, Massachusetts, USA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Founded<\/td>\n1863<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic Research University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Website<\/td>\nhttps:\/\/www.umass.edu\/<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
In-State Tuition<\/td>\nApprox. $16,400 per year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Out-of-State Tuition<\/td>\nApprox. $35,600 per year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Room and Board<\/td>\nApprox. $13,300 per year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n
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  • Engineering<\/li>\n
  • Business and Finance<\/li>\n
  • Public Health and Nutrition<\/li>\n
  • Education<\/li>\n
  • Agricultural Sciences<\/li>\n
  • Social Sciences and Liberal Arts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    5. Facilities<\/h2>\n
      \n
    • Research and Innovation Centers<\/li>\n
    • Renewable Energy Laboratories<\/li>\n
    • Integrated Science Building<\/li>\n
    • Fitness and Recreation Complexes<\/li>\n
    • Library and Arts Facilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      6. Accommodation<\/h2>\n
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      • Traditional residence halls<\/li>\n
      • Apartment-style complexes<\/li>\n
      • Living Learning Communities<\/li>\n
      • Meal plans and dining services<\/li>\n
      • Student support services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        7. Contact Information<\/h2>\n
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        • Email:<\/strong> admissions@umass.edu<\/li>\n
        • Phone:<\/strong> +1 413-545-0111<\/li>\n
        • Address:<\/strong> Amherst, MA 01003, United States<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          Overview The University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst), established in 1863, is the flagship public research university of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Amherst, it is a Carnegie R1 institution known for its academic excellence, research output, and vibrant campus life. 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