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University of Massachusetts Amherst
305 Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, US, Amherst United States

University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Amherst Overview

University of Massachusetts Amherst is a leading public research university located in Amherst, Massachusetts. It boasts a diverse and experienced faculty, with many professors being leaders in their fields.

Key Disciplines and Research Achievements

UMass Amherst offers a wide range of academic programs, with notable strengths in fields such as computer science, engineering, and environmental science. The university has a strong focus on research, with groundbreaking discoveries being made in areas such as renewable energy and healthcare technology.

Notable Programs and Specializations

Some of the standout programs at UMass Amherst include the Isenberg School of Management, ranked among the top business schools in the country, and the College of Information and Computer Sciences, known for its cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Excellence in Talent Development and Reputation in Society

UMass Amherst is dedicated to fostering the next generation of leaders, with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and real-world experience. The university has a strong reputation in the community, with many alumni going on to make significant contributions in their respective fields.

Programmes

Bachelor(87) / UG(87)

Arts and Humanities(28)

  • Art
  • BA Afro-American Studies
  • BA Art History
  • BA Chinese
  • BA Comparative Literature
  • BA English
  • BA French
  • BA German
  • BA History
  • BA Italian
  • BA Japanese
  • BA Linguistics
  • BA Philosophy
  • BA Theater
  • BFA Studio Arts
  • BMus Music
  • BS Architecture
  • BS Landscape Architecture
  • Building and Construction Technology
  • Classics
  • Classics and Philosophy
  • Computational Linguistics
  • Dance
  • Judaic Studies
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Portuguese
  • Russian, Eurasian, and Polish Studies
  • Spanish

Business and Management(6)

  • BA Economics
  • BBA Accounting
  • BBA Finance
  • BBA Management
  • BBA Marketing
  • Bachelor of Business Administration

Engineering and Technology(10)

  • BS Biomedical Engineering
  • BS Chemical Engineering
  • BS Civil Engineering
  • BS Computer Engineering
  • BS Computer Science
  • BS Electrical Engineering
  • BS Industrial Engineering
  • BS Mechanical Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Informatics

Life Sciences and Medicine(14)

  • Animal Science
  • BS Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • BS Kinesiology
  • BS Microbiology
  • BS Nursing
  • BS Nutrition
  • BS Plant and Soil Sciences
  • BS Psychology
  • BS Public Health Sciences
  • BS Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
  • Biology
  • MS Kinesiology
  • RN to BS (Amherst)
  • Veterinary Technology

Natural Sciences(11)

  • BS Astronomy
  • BS Chemistry
  • BS Food Science
  • BS Geography
  • BS Mathematics
  • BS Physics
  • Earth Systems
  • Environmental Science
  • Geology
  • Natural Resources Conservation
  • Science

Social Sciences and Management(18)

  • BA Anthropology
  • BA Communication
  • BA Education
  • BA Public Policy
  • BA Sociology
  • BBA Operations and Information Management
  • BS Sport Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management
  • Environmental and Natural Resource Economics
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Journalism
  • Legal Studies
  • Managerial Economics
  • Political Science
  • Public Policy
  • Social Thought and Political Economy
  • Sustainable Community Development
  • Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies

Master(72) / PG(72)

Arts and Humanities(22)

  • Art Education
  • Design
  • English (Creative Writing)
  • Latin and Classical Humanities
  • MA Afro-American Studies
  • MA Art History
  • MA Chinese
  • MA Comparative Literature
  • MA English
  • MA French
  • MA German
  • MA Hispanic Literatures and Linguistics
  • MA History
  • MA Italian
  • MA Japanese
  • MA Linguistics
  • MA Philosophy
  • MArch Architecture
  • MFA Studio Arts
  • MFA Theater
  • MLA Landscape Architecture
  • MM Music

Business and Management(6)

  • MS Accounting
  • MS Finance
  • MS in Accounting (Professional Track)
  • MS in Accounting (Transitions Track)
  • MSc Economics
  • Online Master of Science in Business Analytics

Engineering and Technology(10)

  • MS Biomedical Engineering
  • MS Chemical Engineering
  • MS Civil Engineering
  • MS Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • MS Environmental Engineering
  • MS Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
  • MS Manufacturing Engineering
  • MS Materials Science and Engineering
  • MS Mechanical Engineering
  • MSci Computer Science

Life Sciences and Medicine(13)

  • MS Biochemistry
  • MSc Animal Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences
  • MSc Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • MSc Microbiology
  • MSc Molecular and Cellular Biology
  • MSc Neuroscience and Behavior
  • MSc Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
  • MSc Plant Biology
  • MSc Plant and Soil Sciences
  • MSc Psychology
  • Master of Public Health in Nutrition
  • Master of Science Clinical Nurse Leader
  • Master of Science Degree in Plant and Soil Sciences

Natural Sciences(12)

  • MSc Astronomy
  • MSc Chemistry
  • MSc Environmental Conservation
  • MSc Food Science
  • MSc Geography
  • MSc Geosciences
  • MSc Marine Science and Technology
  • MSc Mathematics
  • MSc Physics
  • MSc Polymer Science and Engineering
  • MSc Statistics
  • Sustainability Science

Social Sciences and Management(9)

  • Data Analytics and Computational Social Science
  • MA Anthropology
  • MA Communication
  • MEd Education
  • MPA Public Affairs
  • MS Sport Management
  • Master of Public Policy
  • Regional Planning
  • Resource Economics

MBA (1)

Online/Distance MBA(1)

  • Online MBA Program

PHD(50)

Arts and Humanities(9)

  • PhD Afro-American Studies
  • PhD Comparative Literature
  • PhD English
  • PhD German
  • PhD Hispanic Literatures and Linguistics
  • PhD History
  • PhD Linguistics
  • PhD Music
  • PhD Philosophy

Business and Management(2)

  • PhD Economics
  • PhD Management

Engineering and Technology(8)

  • PhD Biomedical Engineering
  • PhD Chemical Engineering
  • PhD Civil Engineering
  • PhD Computer Science
  • PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • PhD Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
  • PhD Materials Science and Engineering
  • PhD Mechanical Engineering

Life Sciences and Medicine(14)

  • AuD Audiology
  • DNP Nursing
  • PhD Animal Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences
  • PhD Kinesiology
  • PhD Microbiology
  • PhD Molecular and Cellular Biology
  • PhD Neuroscience and Behavior
  • PhD Nursing
  • PhD Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
  • PhD Plant Biology
  • PhD Plant and Soil Sciences
  • PhD Psychology
  • PhD Public Health
  • PhD Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

Natural Sciences(10)

  • PhD Astronomy
  • PhD Chemistry
  • PhD Environmental Conservation
  • PhD Food Science
  • PhD Geosciences
  • PhD Marine Science and Technology
  • PhD Mathematics
  • PhD Physics
  • PhD Polymer Science and Engineering
  • PhD Statistics

Social Sciences and Management(7)

  • PhD Anthropology
  • PhD Communication
  • PhD Education
  • PhD Political Science
  • PhD Regional Planning
  • PhD Resource Economics
  • PhD Sociology

University Information

Admission

General

IELTS6.5+
TOEFL80+

Bachelor

IELTS6.5+
TOEFL80+
Duolingo English Test115+

Master

TOEFL80+
IELTS6.5+
Duolingo English Test115+
PTE Academic53+

Students & Staff

Total students

26,769

UG students: 82%PG students: 18%

International students

4,656

UG students: 55%PG students: 45%

Total faculty staff

1,954

Domestic staff: 72%Int'l staff: 28%

Rankings

University Rankings by Region

Rank: #247

Sustainability Rankings

Rank: #86

World University Rankings

Rank: #247

World University Rankings by Subject

Rank: #15

Campus Locations

Amherst, US Campus

City: AmherstCountry: United StatesCode: USRegion: AmericasSubregion: Northern America