| UMass Amherst | vs. | GMU |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst, Massachusetts | Location | Fairfax, Virginia |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$17,357
Out-Of-State$39,293 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$13,815
Out-Of-State$39,397 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 61% |
| $11,636 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,810 |
| 63.52 % | Acceptance Rates | 90.00 % |
| 19.36 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 23.02 % |
| 1,370 | SAT Score | 1,250 |
| 31 | ACT Score | 28 |
| 83 % | Graduation Rate | 70 % |
| 11 % | Transfer-out Rate | 15 % |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 85 % |
| 32,229 | Student Population | 39,049 |
| 1,452 | Number of Faculties | 1,399 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |