The UMass Impact
At UMass Amherst, our diverse community is united in our commitment to the relentless pursuit of progress.
We are the revolutionaries of today. Not waiting for change, but creating it. At the University of Massachusetts Amherst, a revolutionary spirit runs through our veins. It inspires us. To think in new ways. To challenge convention. Not to simply be different, but to actually make a difference. We embrace the freedom to dream bigger. We are pioneers, builders, unconventional doers – committed to the relentless pursuit of progress. Join us, and make your impact.
UMass Resources
Whatever your goal, UMass will help you reach it. Our campus is bursting with opportunities and resources to empower you to make an impact on the world.
Student Research
As the Commonwealth's flagship public research university, UMass Amherst offers students unparalleled support, top facilities, and opportunities for meaningful research collaborations with leading faculty, multi-industry companies, and technology clusters in the Greater Boston area and beyond.
Berthiaume Center
The Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship provides access to entrepreneurial inspiration, connections, and resources.
Civic Engagement and Service Learning
The office of Civic Engagement and Service-Learning (CESL) promotes learning for lifelong, democratic engagement, partnering with communities on and off campus to work collectively for a more just society.
Institute for Applied Life Sciences
At the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (IALS), more than 200 faculty-led research groups translate research into innovative product candidates, technologies, and services to benefit human health and well-being.
By the Numbers
UMass is one of the top-ranked public universities.
UMass has won Top Campus Dining for nine years running.
The UMass Alumni Network stretches across the globe.
Research at UMass
From STEM to humanities, UMass is proudly committed to helping the nation and the world discover new knowledge and confront escalating challenges.