Umass Lowell Description
University of Massachusetts Lowell is a high-ranking university, with several nationally recognized academic departments.
Located about 30 minutes from Boston in Lowell, Massachusetts, UMass Lowell offers more than 100 degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
UMass Lowell has several nationally recognized, research-oriented programs, including science and engineering. These programs undertake groundbreaking research and also provide exceptional work opportunities for its students and graduates.
Other programs at UMass Lowell include liberal and fine arts, humanities, health-related programs, teacher education and social sciences.
UMass Lowell also offers a range of internship opportunities for students who wish to gain experience in their field of study.
Student life options at UMass Lowell include more than 100 diverse student organizations, leadership programs and community service opportunities.
Lowell’s admissions policies are moderately competitive. Financial aid is available to eligible students through loans, academic scholarships and other sources to help cover tuition.
Quick Facts
Location
Northeast
Setting
Large Town Setting
Type
Public
Size
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Red Hawks
Nickname
UML
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
In-State Tuition
$10,681
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,701
Selectivity
Selective
Enrollment
12,080
Umass Lowell Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 9,706
- Freshman Class
- 1,528
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 12,080
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 80%
- Graduate
- 20%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 99%
- Part-Time
- 1%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 36%
- Men
- 64%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 5%
- Asian
- 7%
- Caucasian
- 68%
- Latino
- 5%
- Other
- 15%
International Students
- International
- 3%
- Domestic
- 97%
