UMass Dartmouth International Brochure 2023-24

Application requirements

• Complete the Common App or UMassD’s online application

• $60 non-refundable application fee

• Secondary and/or post-secondary sealed official transcripts must be sent directly from the school counselor.

• Submit TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.0), Duolingo (105), or PTE (53) scores if a non-native speaker of English.

• Provide a copy of your passport.

• Submit a bank statement with a minimum balance of $47,500 minus your scholarship. (required after acceptance for visa purposes)

The minimum GPA requirement is 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Optional

• Official result of your SAT (math and critical reading) or ACT test

• A personal essay

Application Deadlines

Spring: December Fall: July 15

School codes

SAT: 3786 ACT: 001906 TOEFL: 3786

For full application and requirement details, visit: umassd.edu/international-apply

Scholarships

Based on your application, you’ll automatically be considered for a merit scholarship that will be granted for four years (eight semesters) as long as you maintain full-time status (12 day credits per semester) and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

International freshmen with a high school GPA of 2.75 or above: $10,000-$15,500 per academic year

International transfer with a transfer GPA of 3.0 or above: $10,000 per academic year

120 undergraduate programs

Arts & Sciences

Biology†

– Cell and Molecular Biology*†

– Conservation Biology*†

– Ecology and Evolutionary Biology*†

– Marine Biology*† Chemistry†

– Biochemistry†

Communication

Crime & Justice Studies

Data Science (interdisciplinary)† Economics

– Applied Economics*

– Healthcare Services

Administration*

English

– Creative & Professional Writing*

– Literature & Criticism*

Health and Society

History

Liberal Arts Mathematics†

– Applied and Computational Mathematics*†

– Applied Statistics*†

Multidisciplinary Studies

Philosophy

Political Science

– International Politics*

– Pre-Law*

Portuguese Psychology

Public Administration

Sociology and Anthropology

Spanish Women’s and Gender Studies

Minor only

Aging & Health

Applied Ethics

Black Studies

Data Analytics

French Leadership & Civic Engagement

Legal Studies

Religious Studies

Sustainability

Urban Studies

Writing, Rhetoric & Communication

Business

Accounting Finance

General Business Administration (transfers only)

Human Resources Management

Management

– Entrepreneurship*

– General Management*

Management Information Systems

– E-commerce/Digital Business*

– Technology & Management*

Marketing

Operations Management

– Business Analytics*

– Service Operation Management*

– Supply Chain Management*

Minor only

Business Administration

International Business Engineering

Bioengineering†

– Biomedical Engineering*†

Civil Engineering†

– Environmental Resources

Engineering*

Computer Engineering†

– Cybersecurity*†

Computer Science†

– Artificial Intelligence*†

– Cybersecurity*†

– Game Design*†

– Software Engineering*†

Data Science (interdisciplinary)†

Electrical Engineering†

Mechanical Engineering†

– Manufacturing*† Physics†

– Astronomy/Astrophysics*†

Minor only

Environmental Physics

Mobile Applications Development

System Software

Nursing & Health Sciences

Medical Laboratory Science

Nursing (fall only)

Minor only

Global Health

Visual & Performing Arts

Animation & Game Arts

Art Education

Art History

Drawing

Fashion Design

Graphic Design

Illustration

Integrated Studio Arts

Interior Architecture + Design

Music

Music Education

Music Performance

Painting

Photography

Sculpture

Minor only

Ceramics

Film & Media Studies

Fine Arts

Jewelry/Metals

Printmaking

Textiles/Fiber Arts

Pre-professional advising

Pre-law

Pre-med & pre-health (including pre-dental, pre-PT, pre-vet)

Still can’t decide?

You can apply to UMassD  without declaring a major.

Arts & Sciences Undeclared

Business Undeclared

Engineering Undeclared

Studio Arts Undeclared

*concentration/option

†STEM programs with extension OPT for 24 months

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS

Welcome

to the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Attending a National Research University opens a world of exploration and discovery for students. With access to faculty researching the growing offshore wind industry and the use of enzymes within cranberries to treat cancer, and working with K-12 students to improve their STEM skills, students at UMass Dartmouth have the opportunity to work with world-class faculty researchers and begin their journey into creating impactful research projects.

Rankings

• #69 in the nation & #2 in Massachusetts for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report

• UMass System: #191 for World University Rankings by Times Higher Education

• #118 Top Public Schools by U.S. News & World Report

• top 12% in the nation for best value college, based on return on investment by Payscale

• top 28% in the nation for undergraduate business schools by U.S. News & World Report

• #137 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs at schools whose highest degree is a doctorate by U.S. News & World Report

Academics

Academic excellence and a personalized educational experience are at the heart of UMass Dartmouth (UMassD). In the classrooms, in the laboratories, and in practice, our students are gaining the knowledge and skills that will prepare them to enter the workforce and contribute throughout their careers.

Team projects and cutting-edge undergraduate research projects with faculty prepare our graduates for a global economy. We help students develop the critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills that are essential in any job. Students benefit from interacting with people from an array of disciplines.

Prepared for the future

At UMass Dartmouth we prepare you for the real world by combining a world-class education with hands-on experiences. Research opportunities, internships, capstone projects, and community-service learning give you the chance to put your classroom knowledge to work and gain practical skills. Our graduates find success and continue to grow through their careers.

International Student & Scholar Center

The International Student & Scholar Center is a valuable resource for international students.

• F-1 and J-1 visa status advising

• Workshops on U.S. employment processes

• Student advising

• International Student Orientation

• Promotes cultural events

Opportunities to grow & learn

Continue your education with our accelerated advanced degrees:

• 4 +1 bachelor’s/master’s programs

• 30-credit MBA

• 3+3 degree with UMass Law

Top Public University, National Universities”

Location Matters

Located in a vibrant coastal community, UMass Dartmouth is a 710-acre campus with a lively quad, forested paths, and a unique architectural style. 15 minutes from the beach

1 hour drive from Boston, MA

• 3 hour drive from New York City

• 8 hour drive from Washington D.C.

Living & dining

Campus housing is plentiful and is available for the duration of your UMassD studies. Our new first-year residence and dining complex features two residential buildings connected to a state-of-the-art dining facility. The complex includes computer lounges, maker spaces, performance practice areas, and classrooms along with plenty of outdoor gathering space and seating. Other features include kitchens and free laundry monitored by a mobile app.

Despite being far from home, I felt incredibly comfortable on campus due to the welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The diverse student body, with people from all over the world, made me feel at ease, and their open-mindedness added to the sense of community.” -

Career Placement Sites

• Accenture

• Amazon

• Apple

• Dell EMC

• Fidelity Investments

• Genzyme

• Google

• Hasbro

• Intel

• Johnson & Johnson

Safe and secure

There is one entry/exit for the campus and a full-time UMass Dartmouth Police Department that supports students, faculty, and staff 24/7.

Activities on campus

Campus activities are held almost every day and night of the academic year. From sports to visiting speakers and cultural celebrations, UMassD offers intellectual, social, cultural, and community service pursuits.