Springfield College and University of Massachusetts-Boston are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Springfield is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Springfield, MA and UMass - Boston is a four-year, public school located in Boston, MA.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Springfield College | vs. | University of Massachusetts-Boston |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield, Massachusetts | Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Doctoral / Research University | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
| $44,974 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$15,898
Out-Of-State$38,115 |
| 99% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 73% |
| $29,961 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $13,531 |
| 71.89 % | Acceptance Rates | 83.78 % |
| 18.98 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 12.28 % |
| 1,230 | SAT Score | 1,190 |
| 29 | ACT Score | 26 |
| 74 % | Graduation Rate | 49 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 27 % |
| 81 % | Retention Rate | 70 % |
| 2,599 | Student Population | 15,575 |
| 196 | Number of Faculties | 709 |
| 11 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |