University of Massachusetts Amherst

“B.S. in Kinesiology”

“Put your passion into action with a B.S. in Kinesiology”

“Our BS or BA in Computer Science (CS) provide a strong foundation in computing.”

“BS in Public Health Sciences”

“Make a meaningful impact on society with our Public Health Sciences major.”

“A note on spring admission for international students: Due to the lengthy student visa process we are unable to admit international students for the spring semester unless they are currently in a U.S.-based high school with a valid student visa.”

“Fall 2027 Early Action Deadline November 5, 2026”

“Application fee of $85 (unable to waive)”

“While not required for admission, all international students may choose to submit a third-party unscripted interview.”

“UMass Amherst seeks to admit students who will contribute fully to campus life, inside and outside the classroom. Therefore, all non-native speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency. There are several ways to satisfy the requirement”

“English Language Proficiency Requirements”

“In addition, all first-year applicants must have their counselor or principal submit the School Report or Counselor Recommendation on the Common Application for the application to be complete.”

“One academic letter of recommendation is required for all first-year applicants. This letter must be submitted by the recommender, preferably an academic teacher.”

“(Optional) SAT and/or ACT scores”

“You can help us get to know you by submitting the required items outlined below.”

“Official high school transcript (grades 9-11) or Secondary School Exams”

“First-time, first-year undergraduate students enrolled in a degree-granting program are required to reside on campus for the first two semesters that they are enrolled. Therefore, Residential Life guarantees on-campus housing for first-time, first-year students.”

“First-time, first-year undergraduate students enrolled in a degree-granting program are required to reside on campus for the first two semesters that they are enrolled. Therefore, Residential Life guarantees on-campus housing for first-time, first-year students.”

“The campus closes during break periods, and “break housing” halls are the only residential spaces that remain open during Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Breaks. There is an additional cost to live in these halls.”

“If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”

“F students are eligible for curricular practical training (CPT) at either the undergraduate or the graduate level during the program of study. CPT employment must be an integral part of an established curriculum and the position must directly relate to your major area of study.”

“Off-campus employment is only available to you if you have completed at least one full academic year of your program of study and have an economic hardship that qualifies for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's emergent circumstances.”

“To work off campus, you must receive approval from your DSO, obtain an updated Form I-20 and apply for and receive employment authorization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).”

“If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”

“An engineering co-op is a paid, semester-long position that occurs during the academic year. While on co-op, you will maintain your status as an enrolled UMass Amherst student.”

“Twelve months of Regular OPT is available for each higher level of study. (For example a student may have 12 months for a bachelor's degree and another 12 months for a master's degree.)”

“Optional practical training is one type of work permission available for eligible F-1 students. It allows students to get real-world work experience related to their field of study.”

“For students who majored in designated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) degrees approved by DHS. This type of OPT is a 24-month extension of OPT.”

“Have earned a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from a school that is accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency and is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) at the time you submit your STEM OPT extension application.”

“The 4+1 program is rigorous and demanding, offering eligible undergraduates a quick pathway to a terminal graduate degree. Students will finish the health education degree program with both a BS and an MPH degree, for a total of 162 credits.”

“Outcome Summary - Class of 2025”

“Graduates who responded they were employed, in military service, volunteering, or continuing their education: 88%”

“Outcome Summary - Class of 2025”

“Placement Distribution of Those Who Reported:”

“Continuing Education: 28%”