University of Massachusetts-Amherst Admissions

UMass Amherst is less selective with a 63.52% acceptance rate, meaning most qualified applicants get in. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1260-1480 on the SAT or around a 31 on the ACT. As the state's flagship research university, UMass wants students ready for rigorous academics across its well-known business, engineering, and computer science programs. The school values intellectual curiosity and research potential. With 91% of freshmen returning for sophomore year, admissions officers look for students who can handle the demanding coursework and thrive in a large university environment. Strong grades in challenging courses matter more than perfect test scores here.