Nationally Ranked for Online Excellence
UMass Amherst is ranked #1 in New England and #19 nationwide for Online Bachelor’s Degrees in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Our online degrees feature the same rigorous curriculum and distinguished faculty as our on-campus programs.
When you’re ready to get back to your degree, UMass is here to help.
Our flexible learning options are built around your life—because we believe education should work for you and not against you. At UMass you will find educational programs that fit your life; understanding professors dedicated to helping you finish your degree; and advisors who are here to support your educational and career goals.
UNIVERSITY WITHOUT WALLS BACHELOR'S IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at UMass Amherst is here to help you finish what you started. With online courses available from over 40 academic departments, you can design an individualized degree concentration as unique as your goals. Get credit for experience, save time and money, and receive the best advice and support.
A strong applicant will have at least a 2.0 GPA, a minimum of 12 transferable credits, and will not already have a bachelor’s degree.
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
At the Isenberg School of Management, our online Bachelor of Business Administration—the #1 Public Undergraduate Business Program in the Northeast (US News and World Report)—embraces and encourages diverse perspectives on the global economy, sustainability and socially responsible decision making. With five majors to choose from and courses taught by exemplary faculty, our online BBA let’s you finish your degree on your terms.
A strong applicant will have at least a 3.0 GPA and a minimum of 27 transferable credits.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD AND FARMING
Personalize your degree to fit your unique interests with courses on vegetable, fruit and animal systems; permaculture; whole farm production and marketing; agricultural education; public policy; advocacy; community development and more. With courses offered in flexible online formats, you can finish your degree without stopping what you love.
BACHELOR'S IN SOCIOLOGY
UMass Amherst’s B.A. in Sociology, ranked 18th for public universities by US News and World Report, is now offered fully online. The undergraduate online program features the same rigorous curriculum, top faculty, and groundbreaking research. You can now earn a high-quality degree from anywhere without taking time away from your job or busy life.
Start your next chapter at UMass Amherst. Request more information today to explore curriculum details and admissions requirements.