UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst Office of Parents Services

Office of Parent Services

Parent and Family Resources

Below are links to some additional resources that we hope you will find helpful.

  • Books/Reading List
    The time has come for your child to leave for college — but are you prepared to say goodbye?

    We've put together a list of books that provides supportive, reassuring, and helpful tips for you and your student on handling the transition from high school to college.

  • Campus Offices
    Do you have a question and are not sure who to contact?

    Consult our list of campus offices and find the contact information you need.

  • Parent E-mail Archive
    Did you miss one of our emails or maybe deleted it by mistake?

    We keep an archive of the emails we send out to parents for that very reason.
UMass One Stop web site

Visit the YouMass One Stop website for answers to the most frequently asked questions about financial aid, tuition and billing, housing and registration.

University Policy on Class Absence

The Office of the Provost and the Dean of Students Office regularly receive inquiries concerning University policy on student absence from classes. Read more>