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.
UMass Amherst, students aren’t waiting for the future—they’re building it now through bold ideas, collaboration, and real-world impact.
Join us October 3–4 to reconnect with friends, explore what’s new on campus, and dive into all the fall fun UMass has to offer. This year’s festivities are packed with family-friendly activities, reunions and gatherings, tailgating, exciting Minutemen matchups, and more.
Are You Ready?
Step into your future and discover UMass Amherst.
At UMass Amherst, we don’t wait for change. We make it. Our bold and inclusive community of thinkers, doers, and problem-solvers turns ideas into impact. Whether you’re driven to fight climate change, push the boundaries of technology, transform public health, or reimagine culture, this is your moment to take a stand and shape what’s next.
The Future Doesn't Need Bystanders.
It Needs You.
Be Revolutionary.
By the Numbers
Public Research University in New England, Non-Medical School R&D Expenditures
Total Degree Programs
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U.S. News & World Report Ranking Among 225 Top National Public Universities
Best Value Colleges (Public), The Princeton Review
Best Campus Food, The Princeton Review
UMass Amherst offers student researchers unparalleled support, top facilities, and opportunities for meaningful, hands-on collaborations with leading faculty, multi-industry companies, and technology clusters in the Greater Boston area and beyond.
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.
In the UMass Amherst chapter of Engineers Without Borders, students use engineering to solve global challenges—and build community along the way.
News and Events
UMass Amherst food scientist David Julian McClements aims to mix different sources of protein to create cheaper, tastier, healthier and more sustainable protein-rich products.
UMass Amherst and the UMass Amherst Foundation invite the local community to join in Flagship Fall: Homecoming 2025, a two-day celebration of connection, tradition and pride.
A team of UMass Amherst engineers announced the creation of an artificial neuron with electrical functions that closely mirror those of biological ones.
Identifying the mineral on Mars’ surface has eluded scientists for decades.
Get Social With UMass
Want a window into daily campus life? Whether you’re a current student, or thinking about attending UMass, or want to reminisce about days past, check out our social media channels.
The University Relations Social Media Team is the official voice of UMass Amherst on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and more. In addition, we share videos on your YouTube and UMass video gallery. On these channels, you’ll find stories of engagement and activism, academic excellence, remarkable research and the many ways we are pioneers, builders and unconventional doers.