Get online at UMass Amherst. Choose from the following wireless network options:
Get online at UMass Amherst. Choose from the following wireless network options:
eduroam is the encrypted wireless network at UMass Amherst.
Students, faculty, and staff should use this network for most devices, including laptops, smartphones & tablets.
iPhone/iPad: You will need to install a configuration profile in Settings to finish connecting to eduroam. Detailed instructions
Windows 10 and Windows 11: Some campus community members report issues using JoinNow. See detailed instructions for alternative method.
UMASS-DEVICES provides wireless for select streaming devices & gaming consoles
(e.g. Apple TV, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch).
UMASS is the unencrypted wireless network at UMass Amherst, for campus guests and event users, and for configuring eduroam if necessary.
Starting Thursday, December 7, 2023, campus guests can self-register via SMS to get wireless access using the process below:
UMass Amherst students, faculty, and staff can create sponsored guest wireless accounts in SPIRE, which can be used for 3 days.
Devices may stay connected for up to 7 days after the account is logged into for the first time.