Mission
The mission of the University of Massachusetts is to provide an affordable and accessible education of high quality and to conduct programs of research and public service that advance knowledge and improve the lives of the people of the Commonwealth, the nation, and the world.
I would submit that public universities represent the public sphere at its finest, because institutions like UMass provide hope and opportunity." Marty Meehan President, University of Massachusetts
Rooted in Excellence
In every regard, UMass is a national model of excellence for public research universities.
World-class education: UMass offers intellectually challenging academic programs and uniquely marketable degrees in a state with the most educated workforce and the second-highest median wages in the nation. Faculty members at UMass are engaged, accessible and focused on student outcomes, while a diverse student body encourages debate and expands cultural competency and social conscience.
Groundbreaking research: UMass is renowned for cutting-edge research aimed at eradicating diseases, addressing climate change, alleviating poverty and developing innovative solutions to some of the world's most complex problems. Research at UMass regularly produces new products and technologies that fuel economic growth and launch startup companies throughout Massachusetts.
Impactful service and engagement: As the second-largest employer in the state and the largest contributor to the Massachusetts workforce, UMass is a key economic driver in every region of the Commonwealth, generating billions of dollars in economic activity each year and proudly strengthening the social and cultural fabric of its communities. UMass also partners with dozens of companies who use campus facilities for research, development and commercialization, driving growth in emerging and established industries.
Spirit of Massachusetts: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is home to a revolutionary spirit— a relentless drive for innovation, growth and advancement, a willingness to do what’s never been done before in order to achieve the ‘impossible.’ Disrupting the status quo and driving forward progress is in the very DNA of Massachusetts, and it’s that determination that has cemented this state’s place in history and ensured its enduring leadership and success.
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The University of Massachusetts has hundreds of degree programs at four undergraduate/graduate campuses, a top-ranked medical school and mission driven law school.
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The University of Massachusetts has four unique undergraduate/graduate campuses located in Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth and Lowell. Use our Campus Finder tool to learn about the characteristics that make each campus an exciting place to live and learn.
I love the location of UMass Boston. In my classes I get to hear opinions from many different people. I’m glad I was encouraged to study here.”
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I’m very glad I made the decision to come here. The experience has been fantastic. The faculty are amazing; they’re super smart and they make learning valuable so students want to be here.”
Kayla Loycano UMass Dartmouth Learn More About UMass Dartmouth
Kayla Loycano UMass Dartmouth
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My professors made a point of steering me toward real-world experience... The internship puts me in the middle of what I was learning in class and reinforced it.”
Daniel Howell UMass Lowell Learn More About UMass Lowell
Daniel Howell UMass Lowell
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I’ve been incredibly lucky to experience its significant rise in rankings on multiple occasions. The environment has pushed me to my academic limits and beyond as I’m constantly surrounded by motivation.”
Alexandra Glanz UMass Amherst Learn More About UMass Amherst
Alexandra Glanz UMass Amherst
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I love UMass Medical School's holistic approach to education. The faculty at UMMS strive to educate the whole person and encourage students to be actively engaged in the community, both on and off campus.”
Camilla Yu UMass Medical School Learn More About UMass Medical School
Camilla Yu UMass Medical School
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Our faculty does more than teach you the law; they make you experience the law. It's about growing into the attorney or lawyer that you really want to be.”
Quay Parks UMass Law School Learn More About UMass Law
Quay Parks UMass Law School
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