Pre-College Tuition and Fees

Application fee $35 – All Applicants

Program fees include tuition, a technology fee, and a one-time registration fee. Certain programs have an additional materials fee to cover the cost of necessary tools and supplies (included in total). These come pre-packaged through the host departments.

Full and part-time benefited employees of the UMass system are eligible for a tuition credit for their dependents (tuition only). Full time employees receive a 50% reduction in tuition; part time employees receive a 25% reduction in tuition. The UMass system includes benefited employees at: UMass Amherst, UMass Boston, UMass Lowell, UMass Dartmouth &UMass Medical. Please contact @email for instructions.

Partial Scholarships
Students accepted to any program may apply for a partial, need-based scholarship. Scholarships are not guaranteed, as funding is limited. See below to learn how to apply.

Additional Full & Partial Scholarships
The following programs will have a limited number of full and partial scholarships available for students with financial need: Foundations of Data Science, Summer Design Academy,* Sport Management & Leadership Academy,** and the Summer Engineering Institute. See below to learn how to apply.

How to Apply for a Scholarship
To apply for a scholarship, with the help of your parent or guardian, please write a statement addressing how receiving a scholarship would affect your ability to attend the program you have applied for. We cannot process your scholarship application until you have completed and submitted your online application (with all supporting materials). Your scholarship essay should include your application number, name, date of birth, and the name and email address of your parent or guardian. Send scholarship letters to: @email

A letter of verification from a community member who is aware of your family's financial situation is helpful as we review your application. Letters from high school principals, guidance counselors, community or religious leaders, or a representative from a social service agency are all acceptable. The letter should describe the nature of your relationship and a statement verifying your financial need. This letter should be emailed to: @email. The deadline is April 15th. Any available scholarships will be disbursed shortly after the deadline. 

*Summer Design Academy: The UMass Department of Architecture is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in higher education, and in the profession of architecture. Students of color who cannot meet the financial obligations of the Summer Design Academy (SDA) are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. Please submit a scholarship essay as outlined above to apply. Eligibility is based on personal and academic information submitted on the Summer Pre-College application. The deadline is April 15^th.

**Sport Management Leadership Academy: The McCormack Department is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in the classroom, and the sports industry. Young women and students of color who cannot meet the financial obligations of the Sport Management & Leadership Academy are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. Applications will be judged based on the applicant’s academic record, sport-related work or participatory experience, and a short, 500 word essay that describes their career aspirations. Please submit scholarship essays to: @email. The deadline is April 15^th.

Deposit & Confirmation of Attendance
Once accepted, a non-refundable deposit of $500 must be paid to hold a student’s space in the program. Payment of the deposit represents the student’s confirmation of attendance and is non-refundable. We recommend submitting your deposit as soon as possible, as some programs may fill up quickly.

Payment Deadlines
Program fees are due in full 4 weeks prior to the program start date.

Session 1: May 31, 2021
Session 2: June 14, 2021
Session 3: June 28, 2021

Minimum Enrollment Contingency
Acceptance to Summer Pre-College programs is contingent upon courses reaching a minimum enrollment. If a course to which you have been accepted is cancelled due to under-enrollment, we will offer you a space in an alternate program.

Refund Policy
If UMass Summer Programs cancels a course for any reason, students receive a full refund. If a student withdraws from the program, refunds are provided according to the schedule below. The $500 deposit is non-refundable.

Summer Pre-College Refund Schedule 2021

Session 1: June 28
Before May 31 100% minus deposit
After May 31: No refund

Session 2: July 12
Before June 14: 100% minus deposit
After June 14: No refund

Session 3: July 26
Before June 28: 100% minus deposit
After June 28: No refund

Withdrawals must be submitted in writing to: @email