Graduate Studies

UMassD offers you a private college educational experience and public university value.

Pursue advanced studies, research, and creative work in an exciting, individualized environment.

Certificate programs can count towards a master's degree if the student decides later to seek admission to a degree program.

Online & Continuing Education

Flexible online and on-campus programs help you earn your degree or advance in your career.

Deadlines

Application deadlines for graduate programs for each semester.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition and fees information for graduate students.

Fellowships & Funding

Learn more about Fellowships, loan information, and funding.

Course Listing

Browse courses offered at UMassD.

Graduate Catalog

The Graduate Catalog is the official source of information about the University’s graduate academic programs (excluding law), its approved courses, and associated policies and procedures.

Admissions Requirements

University requirements for graduate admissions.

Graduate Student Life

Picture yourself here— discover graduate student opportunities, learn about housing and dining options, and explore the SouthCoast.

Learn More

VideoRamina Behzad '25: Turning her passion into life-changing research Ramina Behzad grew up in Tehran, Iran before coming to UMass Dartmouth to pursue her PhD in Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology.

Iury Simoes-Sousa '23: International collaboration Computational oceanographer Iury Simoes-Sousa helps relocate Tico the manatee

Meet the UMassD Iranian Students and Scholars Association The Iranian Students and Scholars Association (ISSA) is building cross-cultural connections at UMassD.

VideoCapri McLucas '23: A meaningful experience Accounting and MBA 4+1 student made the most of her time on campus

VideoGaspard Baye: Deep learning PhD student and campus community leader Gaspard Baye '25 came to UMass Dartmouth from Cameroon to pursue an advanced degree in cybersecurity studies.

Rahul Chaube '23: On the forefront of tech MSTM student credits faculty support for comprehensive education

VideoKenny Duong '22, '23: Becoming a leader MIS alumnus and MSTM student is well-positioned for a career as a leader

Lucy McGinnis '23: Fishing for answers Lucy McGinnis ‘23 is a graduate student and researcher motivated by a love of the ocean and a desire to make a difference.

Ghenwa Elkhoury '21, '23: Plain language Lebanese transfer student overcomes adversity and completes two degrees in four years

Catching Up with Logan Cabral '22, '23 Logan Cabral, a member of UMass Dartmouth’s first Physics BS/MS cohort, says UMassD gave him every tool he needed to reach even the most ambitious goals.

VideoJoshua Keith '23, '24: Getting involved Transfer accounting major and MBA student opens doors for himself through involvement in campus clubs and jobs

Nic Higgins '21, '23: Helping others for a living MBA student finds his passion for connecting job seekers to careers

Especially for...

International Students

With students from more than 50 countries currently studying at UMass Dartmouth, we welcome applications from international students.

Non-degree special students

UMassD offers individuals the chance to enroll in graduate courses, as Non-Degree Special Students, without applying for admission to a graduate program.