Admissions

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Do you have a passion for learning? Are you looking for an immersive educational experience? Commonwealth Honors College at UMass Amherst is a living and learning community that will inspire you to explore your ideas to their fullest and to develop your analytical abilities.

Application Information

As a prospective first-year or transfer student, all you need to do is complete your application to UMass Amherst. The UMass Admissions Office oversees all application, financial aid, and scholarship decisions for all students new to UMass Amherst. You will be informed if you are invited to join Commonwealth Honors College as part of your acceptance letter.

If you are a current UMass Amherst student, you must apply to Commonwealth Honors College via our on-campus application process.

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Average number of students in a CHC class

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UMass faculty members teaching CHC classes

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Why Commonwealth Honors College?

CHC is designed for intellectually curious students who are passionate about creating new knowledge — and about making a difference in their fields of study and in their communities.

Why Commonwealth Honors College?
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Small Classes, Residential Community

As a Commonwealth Honors College student, you’ll have access to small, discussion-based classes, especially in your first year. You will be able to join a residential community where you live with students who are as excited about learning as you are.
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Supporting Your Intellectual Journey

Commonwealth Honors College offers enhanced advising, intellectually stimulating classes, a supportive framework, and funding opportunities to enable you to complete an honors thesis, the culmination of your learning experience at UMass Amherst.

In the Spotlight

Ashley Agostinelli '23

As a member of the international scholars program, Ashley Agostinelli ’23 learned about a wide range of topics while taking in the beautiful sights of the Italian coast.

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Read more of Ashley’s story

Contact

Ann Marie Russell

Ann Marie Russell

Associate Dean of Recruitment and Belonging
Phone: (413) 577-0842

Ann Marie Russell is the Associate Dean of Recruitment and Belonging at Commonwealth Honors College.

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