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Applying to University of Massachusetts Amherst in Amherst, MA : Info & How-To

If you’re contemplating submitting an application to University of Massachusetts Amherst, it’s worth noting that this college, situated in , is recognized for being of average selectivity compared to other colleges throughout the country.

Basic Info on Applications and Admissions

SAT/ACT Scores as an Admission Factor?	Considered but Not Required
Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Application Undergraduate Fee	$85
Admissions Website	www.umass.edu/admissions/
Online Appliation Website	www.commonapp.org/

What You Need to Know Before Applying

Open Admissions	No
Selectivity of College	Average Selectivity
Applications Accepted	65%

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Is It Hard to Get Into UMass Amherst?

Acceptance Rate

If you're applying to University of Massachusetts Amherst you'll face some tough competition, since the school's acceptance rate is only 65%. Definitely don't wait until the last minute to submit your application, since applying early may be in your favor.

Average Test Scores

About 88% of students accepted to UMass Amherst submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 600 and 680. Math scores were between 600 and 710.

UMass Amherst received ACT scores from 18% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 27 and 32.

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
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