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Public, 4-Year
North Dartmouth, MA

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$15,208

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

92.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

51.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$68,804

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in North Dartmouth, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $15,208, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 640
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

92.2%

Transfer-Out Rate34.9%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$60,832

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$38,804

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$327,208

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$715,248

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
51.9%
48.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
56.3%
Black
18.2%
Hispanic
13.4%
Two or more
5.3%
Asian
3.2%
Unknown
1.9%
International
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$15,208

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,122
$30k - $48k$16,161
$48k - $75k$19,022
$75k+$24,748

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients35.6%
Using Federal Loans65.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment66.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,466
Avg. Pell Grant$4,875
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,445
Avg. Institutional Grant$5,520
Students Receiving Grants97.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

63.7%

Success

51.8%

In-State Cost

$15,208

Age 25+ Students

13.7%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

245 students

Local City Insights

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