The value of a UMass Education

Why choose UMass Dartmouth?

A UMass Dartmouth education is about you, your potential, and your success.

As a national research university, UMass Dartmouth opens a world of exploration and discovery. And you'll be pleased to know 2025 marked our tenth consecutive year as a U.S. News & World Report "Best National University." We're now ranked among the top 15 public research universities in the nation with fewer than 10,000 students. We're also #2 in New England for social mobility among public universities.

40

states represented

33

countries represented

5,731

students

67K

alumni worldwide

Tuition & fees | Financial aid

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Strong academics

Our students work with world-class faculty researchers and journey into real-world innovation and experiences.

We have the range of programs you'd expect from a nationally ranked research university, including a strong engineering program, a business school, and emerging fields like marine science, game design, and cybersecurity.

123

academic programs

16:1

student-to-faculty ratio

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Mia Oliveira '26 sitting on a boat smiling while holding research equipment

Excellent outcomes

Our students have access to meaningful internships and get involved in research with faculty who are leaders in their fields, for example in medical research. Our alumni land jobs at leading companies like Google, Raytheon, and General Dynamics, with an average starting salary of almost $60k—above six figures for many STEM fields.

92%

employed or in graduate school

42M

research activity

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A vibrant community

UMass Dartmouth is just the right size—there's a lot to get involved in but you won't get lost in the crowd. And housing is guaranteed all four years. Check out our new first-year housing, and you'll love our college town near the beach.

67%

of first-year students live on campus

140+

clubs and organizations

Student life | Housing | Dining | Location

Kailey Sousa '27, Bioengineering, from Acushnet

I always heard about UMass Dartmouth, but I didn’t know what it was about until I came for a tour. It’s much more than just a small school in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. It’s where opportunities arise every day. Some of my friends are at bigger schools, but I find being at a smaller school means that connections here are more intimate and impactful. The community here makes it feel like home.
Kailey Sousa '27, bioengineering