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At UMass Amherst, we seek to answer new questions, challenge old conventions, and build a world where all of us—regardless of background—have the freedom to be ourselves.

The UMass Minuteman Marching Band

Get a behind-the-scenes look into how the UMass Minuteman Marching Band—known as the “Power and Class of New England"—prepares to represent Massachusetts during a thrilling performance in New York City’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Are You Ready?

Early Action applications are due November 5, 2024.

This is UMass

At UMass Amherst, we welcome you to join our diverse, inclusive community of dreamers, innovators, creators, and doers. Find out how you can explore your interests and build skills to make your mark on the world with a UMass education.

This is your moment. 
This is your opportunity. 
This is UMass.
 

 

By the Numbers

#26

U.S. News & World Report Ranking Among National Public Universities

1,900+

Faculty Members

22

Academic Disciplines Ranked Among the Top 200 Programs Worldwide

Top 50

Best Value Colleges (Public), The Princeton Review

#1

Best Campus Food, The Princeton Review

5

Out of 5 Stars
Best of the Best LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges & Universities, Campus Pride Index

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Student tour guides are experts on the UMass campus and community. Here, they share their experiences at UMass Amherst, exploring what a typical day on campus looks like, the academic achievements they are most proud of, and more.

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

With 110 undergraduate majors and 127 graduate programs offered on campus and online, there are hundreds of opportunities to pursue your passion at UMass Amherst. Study on campus or take advantage of a wide array of flexible and innovative learning options.

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Launch your career with a UMass Amherst education. Hands-on learning, research, and a strong alumni network prepare our students for success after graduation. 

News and Events

Research

Award-winning team of UMass computer scientists introduces a cost-effective method to redesign search engines for Artificial Intelligence.

Research

Previous models could overestimate CO2 emissions from inland waters by as much as 25%.

Research

The Hub will support researchers in Western Massachusetts as they translate their scientific discoveries into entrepreneurial ventures.

Research

The approach uses lasers and holograms and can detect misalignment as small as 0.017 nanometers.