Groundbreaking Research

At the University of Massachusetts, our internationally renowned faculty members are a driving force for revolutionary research, development and discovery. With some of the brightest minds in the world, the university’s faculty includes Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, members of the National Academy of Sciences, an American Book Award winner and Fulbright, Guggenheim, MacArthur and Mellon fellows.

An Economic Engine

As a public research university, UMass has a dynamic relationship with the innovation economy of Massachusetts. With more than 330,000 graduates living and working in the state, UMass is the largest producer of the highly skilled workers that lead and fuel the state’s economy. In fact, UMass educates nearly three times as many Massachusetts residents as the top eight Massachusetts private universities combined, graduating more than 19,000 students in 2024.
 

A World-Class Education

The University of Massachusetts is firmly committed to offering students a high-quality education and a transformative student experience. Renowned both nationally and internationally, UMass is ranked as the top public university in New England by Times Higher Education, and all four undergraduate campuses have been rated as top-tier National Universities by U.S. News & World Report.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is a nationally ranked public research university committed to excellence in teaching, research and community engagement.

UMass Dartmouth at a Glance

The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is a nationally ranked public university that is dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research.

UMass Boston at a Glance

The University of Massachusetts Boston is a nationally ranked public research university known for its inclusive culture, student-centered teaching and deep connections to the booming economy and rich civic life of Boston.

UMass Amherst at a Glance

With more than 30,000 students and over 200 distinct academic programs - including highly ranked programs in business, computer science, health care and the social sciences - UMass Amherst is the largest public research university in New England and one of the most comprehensive institutions in the Northeast.