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Choose Your Path

UMass, Your Way

Plug into a campus that’s always in motion and move forward with your interests and goals in sight at one of the most expansive academic environments in New England. With 12 schools and colleges, flexible learning formats, and more than 400 student organizations, you can combine interests, try new directions, and find your fit.

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The Right Program for You

With more than 100 majors, UMass Amherst offers the breadth of a large research university—and the flexibility to chart a path aligned with your goals. Learn from world-renowned faculty while exploring disciplines, combining fields, and preparing for what comes next.

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Design Your Own Major

If your academic interests don’t fit into a traditional major, UMass Amherst gives you a way to shape your own. Through University Without Walls, the Bachelor’s Degree with Individual Concentration (BDIC) allows you to design a course of study that combines disciplines and work closely with faculty to build something entirely your own. Or, choose Exploratory Pathways to help you take that tough first step: start with online courses and choose whether to finish your degree online or apply to study on campus.

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Live and Learn

Residential Academic Programs (RAPs) bring first-year and transfer students together in living-learning communities where you live in the same residence hall and take a small, discussion-based course with your peers. From day one, you’ll build real connections—with classmates and faculty—while exploring ideas beyond the classroom and settling into campus with a built-in community.

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Off-Campus Learning Opportunities

Learning at UMass Amherst extends beyond campus, giving you the chance to gain real-world experience in new places and contexts. You’ll build perspective, connections, and confidence—while staying on track with strong advising and support.

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Co-ops & Internships in DC

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Internship Pathways in Greater Boston

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Domestic Exchange

First Year Launch Programs

Start your UMass Amherst experience beyond Amherst—through Career Launch in Boston or Global Launch in destinations around the world—where your first semester combines academics with hands-on exploration, real-world exposure, and a head start on your goals.

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Study Abroad

With hundreds of programs in 56 countries across six continents to choose from, each UMass Amherst student who embarks on a study abroad journey will have a truly unique experience.

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For me—and for so many others—studying abroad is not just a way to enhance your education, but a way to get out into the world and explore.

Haley Kaye '24

A Vibrant Community

Student life at UMass Amherst is shaped by the people here—students from different backgrounds, perspectives, and interests coming together across campus. With events happening every day and spaces that bring people together, it’s easy to get involved and find your place. Whether you’re joining a club, going to a show, or just spending time with friends, campus is active, social, and full of energy.

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Living & Dining

Arts & Culture

Support & Well-being

Find Your Niche

Hundreds of student clubs, sports, and cultural organizations mean no interest is too niche at UMass Amherst. Whatever fun looks like to you, you can find it here.

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Keep Exploring

Dive deeper into campus resources, programs, and opportunities that will help you make the most of your time at UMass Amherst.

Campus Life & Wellbeing

Events

Study Abroad

Summer & Winter Sessions

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