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Is UMass Amherst a Good School for the Money?

Below Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$164,441 Avg Total Cost

University of Massachusetts Amherst Value Report

College Factual's Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of an UMass Amherst degree with its cost to determine if the school is asking a fair price. Read the UMass Amherst annual value report below.

Below Average Value Nationwide

Below Average National Value
Top 10% National Quality
Expensive Price

University of Massachusetts Amherst is ranked #1,718 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe University of Massachusetts Amherst is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)

National Value Ranking  1718 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  23.34 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $164,441 For That Piece of Paper

The UMass Amherst time to graduate is about 4.11 years and will cost an estimated $40,010 per year. This brings the total cost to 164,441.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$40,010
Average Years to Graduate4.11
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$164,441

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about UMass Amherst cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$92,064 In-State With Aid
$193,745 Avg Cost No Aid
4.11 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at UMass Amherst.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$193,745#0F
All Students$164,441#1,718D-
Only Students Receiving Aid$153,599#1,270C-
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$132,210#F
All Students$102,902#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$92,064#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Massachusetts.

About 90% of UMass Amherst students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UMass Amherst financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average UMass Amherst cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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