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University of Massachusetts-Lowell

University of Massachusetts-Lowell is a large, public institution located in Lowell, ma. Founded in 1894, University of Massachusetts-Lowell offers undergraduate degrees in 179 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 11,985 undergraduates
cost $16,182 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Massachusetts-Lowell? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 86.0%
SAT score average 1255
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.72
Application fee $70
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Key deadlines

June
30
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05
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Massachusetts-Lowell is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Engineering and Technology
Law and Legal Studies
Computer Science and Information Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Mechanical Engineering
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Information Science/Studies
Computer Science
Biology, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $16,182
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,930
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,420
Cost of attendance* $32,732
Average financial aid package $18,388
Estimated cost $14,344 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $34,550
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,930
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $1,420
Cost of attendance* $51,100
Average financial aid package $18,388
Estimated cost $32,712 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Massachusetts-Lowell has a total undergraduate enrollment of 11,985, with gender binary students split 58% male and 42% female.

Total enrollment

16,959

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
36%
African American %
7%
Hispanic American %
11%
Asian %
10%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
34%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Massachusetts-Lowell, students love their Student Government Association. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 1 University Ave, Lowell, MA 01854
phone 978-934-4000
address www.uml.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Recreational sports clubs

Association of students of african origin

Black student union

Greek life

clubs
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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Massachusetts-Lowell to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Massachusetts-Lowell?

University of Massachusetts-Lowell is located in Lowell, ma.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts-Lowell? 

The acceptance rate for University of Massachusetts-Lowell is 86%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Massachusetts-Lowell?

The average high school GPA for University of Massachusetts-Lowell students was 3.72.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Massachusetts-Lowell?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Massachusetts-Lowell including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $130,928.

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