Congratulations! We are excited that you will be joining us at the University of Massachusetts and would like again to welcome you to the Economics program. More information about the department, the university and the Umass community is provided below. If you have additional questions let us know.  When you arrive in Amherst, please come to the Economics Department located in Crotty Hall and introduce yourself. 

Your first step as a new student is to register for orientation and set up your email.

Introduction to the Economics Department

• Welcome letter from the Department Chair
• Economics Department Home Page
• Faculty
• Staff
• Advising
• Courses
• Crotty Hall
• Gordon Hall
• Questions? Let us know!

Information

• New Students Orientation
• For Freshman
• For Transfers
• For Graduates (coming soon)
• Assistive Technology Department
• Disability Services

International Students

International students should visit the International Student Orientation (ISO) website for information on maintaining student visas, obtaining a social security number and other documents and regulations.

Sample Class Schedules

• Freshman (coming soon)
• Transfers (coming soon)

Fall Open House

Mark your calendars - RSVP form posted soon!

Amherst Community

• The Amherst Chamber of Commerce has a web page designed especially for people new to the area. There is information on local restaurants, shopping, housing, and recreation, as well as maps.
• The Amherst Business Improvement District (BID) is a nonprofit economic development organization comprised of local property owners dedicated to providing programs and services that serve the town’s residents and businesses.