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Undergraduate Admissions
Get Involved at UMass
Registered Student Organizations
UMass Amherst has one of the largest and most diversified student activities programs in the country. With over 200 RSOs, there’s no doubt you’ll find an organization that fits your interests or helps you discover a new one.
You can also join groups at any of the Five Colleges: Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke or Smith.
Fraternities & Sororities
Joining a fraternity or a sorority can be an ideal way to experience all of the things that make life at UMass Amherst so great, with an emphasis on academics, social life, community service, sports and recreation, and career development.
Community Service
Giving back to the community is a priority at UMass Amherst and our students have multiple opportunities to get involved. You can get involved with service as a volunteer, through a work-study opportunity or for credit, as part of a course. You may also find that your academic department has a student group that gives back to the community or campus.
Career Development
It’s never too early to start thinking about your career. Co-operative education and internships will give you the chance to work in your field before you graduate, and get amazing real world experience. From decisions about your major to the final job search, UMass offers the advisors and the resources to help you get the most out of your education.
Working for a Student-run business is yet another way to get some career-building experience. Each semester, about 150 students work for student-run, non-profit businesses.