Advance your career with Graduate Study at UMass Dartmouth

Bioengineering PhD candidate Ramina Behzad in the lab

Advanced Degrees,
Career Success

Ensure your skills match what today's employers value most, with an advanced degree from UMass Dartmouth.

Our graduate programs offer flexibility with online offerings that deliver the same high quality as our on-campus programs.

Top-tier rankings. Global accreditation. Student success.

UMass Dartmouth offers an exceptional graduate education with programs that are consistently ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting the quality of the education and outcomes of our graduates.

Best Online Programs: Grad Nursing Badge

Classified as an R2 Research University by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
Global and national accreditations including NECHE, AACSB, and ABA

Our graduate students succeed

94% are employed after graduation
Post-graduation salaries are median $85k to $116k

Students conducting research in the Fluid-Structure Interactions Research Laboratory

"The faculty are engaging and passionate about their research and teaching the next generation. They are as hard-working, knowledgeable, and dedicated to your success as you are.”
Alexander Moulton '22 Computer Science, Software Engineering Option, BS/MS

As a national research university, students learn and research alongside world-class faculty on issues like cancer detection, coastal resiliency, and AI. These experiential learning opportunities prepare the next generation of innovators and problem solvers.

Invest in your future

As part of the UMass system, we offer competitive tuition rates that are often more affordable than private universities in the region.

UMass Dartmouth makes advanced education accessible with flexible per-credit pricing (as low as $697 for in-state residents) and special regional rates for New England residents. UMassD has pathways that ensure you get a return on your investment.

Important dates

Fall semester

January 15 – program-specific assistantships or fellowships
April 15 - program-specific application closing dates begin
July 15 –international applications

Spring semester

October 1 – program-specific assistantships or fellowships
December 15 – international applications

Data science master's student Trina Xavier with Blue Tech interns

Graduate student experience

Graduate students at UMass Dartmouth join a vibrant and supportive community.

With small class sizes and close faculty mentorship, you’ll never feel like just a number. Our campus offers spaces to connect with peers, collaborate on projects, and engage in cultural and professional activities. Whether you’re here full-time, commuting for evening classes, or joining us online, you’ll find an environment designed to foster both personal growth and professional achievement. You’ll be part of a network of motivated students who inspire one another to succeed.

For those joining us on campus, housing is available and provides an enriching complement to your academic journey.