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Ambition. Inspiration. Success.

Stories that celebrate the UMass Dartmouth spirit of achievement.

Data science student Ben Dacosta
Ben Dacosta '27: From classroom knowledge to career momentum
With a full-time job offer secured before his senior year, Dacosta continues to explore data science through AI, financial technology, and music visualization.
Anushka Sharma standing in the lab smiling
Anushka Sharma MS '26: Psychedelic research
Chemistry MS student and "magic mushroom" researcher uses her experiences as an international student to help others transition to life at UMD
Paul Riley '26: Betting on yourself
Future public defender says UMass Law helped him discover what he was capable of
Paulina Aguilar Delgado '26: Pursuing justice across borders
For graduating law student, law became a way to help others navigate unfamiliar systems
Ancil Alexander pictured with his All-American medal and trophy at the 2026 Track & Field National Championships
Ancil Alexander '28: Golden opportunities
Taunton native is one of Division III's top throwers—and he's just getting started

UMassD news and events

Stay current with the latest UMass Dartmouth news, stories, and upcoming events that highlight our students, faculty, and campus community.

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UMass Dartmouth ranks among top 10 public research institutions with fewer than 10,000 students
U.S. News & World Report also recognizes psychology, nursing, business, and other undergraduate programs at UMass Dartmouth
Corsairs Return for the 2026–27 Academic Year
UMass Dartmouth welcomes students back for a new year
The Claire T. Carney Library at UMass Dartmouth
UMass Dartmouth named a top U.S. university by TIME
University ranks No. 3 among Massachusetts public universities and No. 8 among public universities in New England
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UMass Dartmouth graduate programs earn national recognition in U.S. News & World Report rankings
Graduate programs rank highly in five academic colleges and 32 categories
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Excellence. Innovation. Value.

UMass Dartmouth offers you more. More innovative ways to learn. More opportunities. More value.

Jeevan Teja Araveti '24: Quantitative Finance
Charlton College of Business

UMass Dartmouth's Charlton College of Business is an AACSB-accredited institution, a distinction given only to the most prestigious business schools.

Chemistry students in the lab
College of Arts & Sciences

UMass Dartmouth’s College of Arts & Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate majors, minors, degrees, and programs in the humanities, sciences, and social sciences.

Professor Ana Doblas with ECE students in the lab
College of Engineering

The College of Engineering prepares students to think critically, solve complex problems, make new discoveries, and contribute to our changing world. Our faculty are committed to teaching and to the pursuit of cutting edge-research that engages both undergraduate and graduate students. 

Nursing faculty working with students in the clinic
College of Nursing & Health Sciences

The College of Nursing & Health Sciences offers nationally recognized, comprehensive nursing programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, both on campus and online.

IAD student, James Paluzzi '26, working on an interior design project
College of Visual & Performing Arts

CVPA, the College of Visual & Performing Arts, is a comprehensive college for art, design, and music at UMass Dartmouth—with undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs.

Amy Shapiro and Fiona Marques '25: Integrated Studio Arts, Psychology majors) standing outside of the Honors College Office
Honors College

The Honors College at UMass Dartmouth is a vibrant academic community of talented and motivated students with opportunities for research, scholarship, and leadership development.

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Online & Continuing Education

Explore online college courses at UMass Dartmouth. Graduate, undergraduate, certificates, and professional education to advance your career. Start today!

UMass Law
UMass Law

UMass Law is the only public law school in Massachusetts. We are committed to providing an excellent, affordable, and accessible legal education that advances justice and prepares lawyers for careers in law.

Research Associate, Amber Lisi, and Postdoctoral Fellow, Adam Delargy conducting research in the SMAST East Seawater lab
School for Marine Science & Technology

UMass Dartmouth's School for Marine Science & Technology (SMAST) is a nationally and internationally recognized research institution located in New Bedford, Massachusetts.

$48.6M

Research activity

7,908

Total enrollment

5,986

Undergraduate enrollment

#3

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