Lowell, MA

University of Massachusetts-Lowell

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
University of Massachusetts-Lowell is a four-year, public school located in Lowell, MA.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

83% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 13,781 applied, 11,444 accepted, and 2,068 enrolled in UMass - Lowell.
1,190 men and 876 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,280 SAT, 29 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,280 and ACT score is 29. The SAT score of 1280 is high, 81 to 86 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total118012801370
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing590640680
Math590640690
ACT Score
Composite252932
Math242730
English232733
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $16,966 for Massachusetts residents and $36,264 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $16,434 for Massachusetts residents and $29,118 for others.
Tuition has increased by 2.45% compared to last year at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

7,545 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,163.
For freshmen, 1,714 students (91%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $12,647.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 16,598 students enrolled UMass - Lowell in 2025.
By gender, 9,314 men and 7,284 women students are enrolled.
There are 12,122 undergraduate and 4,476 graduate students.
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178 Major Programs

  • 43 programs through online
  • 75 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of UMass - Lowell is 65%.
The retention rate is 84% for full-time and 84% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
84%
Students to Faculty Ratio
17 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,038 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for UMass - Lowell and the average faculty salary is $128,503. The studetns to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
There are 2,162 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $94,724.
Number of Faculties
1,038
Average Faculty Salary
$128,503
Number of Staffs
2,162
Average Staff Salary
$94,724

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

University of Massachusetts-Lowell is a member of America East Conference.
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