The University of Massachusetts Boston is nationally recognized as a model of excellence for urban public universities. The scenic waterfront campus, with easy access to downtown Boston, is located next to the John F. Kennedy Library and Presidential Museum, the Commonwealth Museum and Massachusetts State Archives, and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate.

As part of the UMass system, UMass Boston combines a small-college experience with the vast resources of a major research university. With a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio, students easily interact with professors because most teaching occurs in small class sizes. Ninety-three percent of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their fields.

With the great location of UMass, students will not only experience a wonderful experience studying abroad, they can also learn U.S.'s rich history and vibrant lifestyle. 

Academics

UMass offers hundreds of programs to its students catering to undergraduate, graduate, professional development, and online programs. Students can choose from Liberal Arts to Science and Mathematics programs. Class sizes are small which averages to 28 students only. This means that a more focused, student-centric approach is being practised in the university.

International Admissions

Students from different parts of the world come to UMass to pursue their academic journey in the U.S. There are 150 countries present in UMass' student community. The university welcomes its doors to international first-years and transfer applicants alike. 

There are 100+ student organizations that will help international students to integrate into the community and build relationships with other students. 

Here are the requirements to apply as a new first-year student:

• UMass Boston's online admission application
• Payment of application fee of $100
• Notarized official high school record, leaving certificate, or graduation examination results. Non-English documents are required to be translated by a certified professional.
• School records need to be sent to the institution directly for it to be official.
• Recommendation letter from a school-based counselor and/or teacher will be required
• Essay (500 words)
• Passing test scores 

To see the details where the documents will need to be mailed to and the deadlines for the application process, click here.

Financial Aid

International students may have limited scholarships eligibility but there are other financial supports that are present in UMass.

• Student Employment - international students can work on-campus through the Institutional Student Employment (Non-Work Study) Program.
• Loans - private loans are made accessible to international students to supplement their studies. This option will require a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to cosign the loan

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