University of Massachusetts-Boston Admissions

UMass Boston is an open admission school with an 80.76% acceptance rate. Most qualified applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission. The middle 50% of students score between 1080-1300 on the SAT, with an average of 1190. These scores reflect the university's mission as an accessible public institution rather than academic selectivity. The school prioritizes serving Massachusetts residents, who make up 89.91% of the student body. UMass Boston seeks motivated students who value diversity and want to study in an urban environment. The university particularly welcomes first-generation college students and those from underrepresented backgrounds, given that 42.69% receive Pell Grants.