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What are your chances at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

Amherst, MA · Public · 23,671 students

60%admitted
59.7% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 60 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1310–1500
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What University of Massachusetts-Amherst actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$22,383
per year, after grants · sticker $34,549
Median earnings
$71,631
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
83.3%
finish within six years
Median debt
$22,763
at graduation · about $241/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$10,164
$30,000 – $48,000$10,456
$48,000 – $75,000$12,932
$75,000 – $110,000$18,964
Over $110,000$30,793

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at University of Massachusetts-Amherst

University of Massachusetts-Amherst accepts about 59.7% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1310 and 1500 on the SAT, or 30–33 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.