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About UMPD
Emergency Preparedness on Campus
Crime Prevention
Personal Safety
Reporting a Crime
Crime Alerts and Statistics
Residence Hall Security
Campus and Community Resources

Welcome

As the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts System, UMass Amherst is a place where education flourishes, research thrives, and students are able to achieve their intellectual independence. The UMass Amherst Police Department (UMPD) is dedicated to maintaining this environment and ensuring that all members of our community live, work, and learn on campus without concerns about safety.

Crime Alerts


Please click here for information on Crime Alerts.

Safety Tip


Avoid walking alone at night. Use the Walking Escort Service or the free campus shuttle.

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Important Links

Clery Act Annual Security Report

Sign Up for Campus Alerts!

Chief's Welcome

Daily Crime Log

Anonymous Witness Form
Citizen's Commendation/ Complaint Form
Record Request Form

Safety Advisory Bulletins
Rape Prevention and Counseling
Massachusetts Sex Offender Registry

Key Phone Numbers


In case of emergency:
Dial 911


Non-Emergency:
413-545-2121

Anonymous Tips Line:
413- 577-TIPS
(577-8477)

Problem Solving Policing:
pspmail@admin.umass.edu

Rape Line: 545-2677