University of Massachusetts Boston

🎓 15,575 students (12,000+ undergraduate, 3,400+ postgraduate) fall 2024.

🏆 US News 2026: #213 National Universities; #42 Social Mobility.

📚 49 master's programmes; MBA in leadership, healthcare, and analytics.

💼 STEM-designated: Business Analytics, Finance, Information Technology programmes.

🌐 Urban public university with finance, healthcare, and tech internship connections.

🎯 Shorelight UMB International Direct for graduate student enrollment.

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at University of Massachusetts Boston is approximately USD 38,620. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at University of Massachusetts Boston is approximately USD 29,932.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at University of Massachusetts Boston for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

University of Massachusetts Boston is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) .

The employment rate at University of Massachusetts Boston is 89% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from University of Massachusetts Boston that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

University of Massachusetts Boston offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• F-1 and J-1 visa advising, I-20 documentation, and SEVIS compliance through the Office of International Relations (OIR)

• UMass Boston international merit scholarships and graduate assistantships available through individual colleges

• Academic tutoring, writing support, and ESL assistance through the Learning Support Services team

• Student housing guidance with assistance finding private housing options near the Boston waterfront campus

• OPT/CPT advising, career fairs, and employer networking through the UMass Boston Career Services office

Some of the rankings of University of Massachusetts Boston include:

#951-1000 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#112 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

#213 in National Universities (US News & Reports 2026)

Post-study work permit options at University of Massachusetts Boston in United States depend on your qualification level: all graduates can apply for a post-study work permit for 1 year; STEM graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation..

Note: Work must be in your field of study. Time spent working off campus while studying (i.e. pre-completion OPT) is deducted from this period. You must find work within 90 days