University of Massachusetts-Boston
Boston, MA · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1070 and 1290 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 27
Popular programs at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 483 | |
| 2 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 433 | |
| 3 | Psychology, General. | 274 | |
| 4 | Biology, General. | 222 | |
| 5 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 170 | |
| 6 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 145 | |
| 7 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 137 | |
| 8 | Communication and Media Studies. | 98 | |
| 9 | Economics. | 94 | |
| 10 | English Language and Literature, General. | 80 | |
| 11 | Political Science and Government. | 72 | |
| 12 | Computer Science. | 71 | |
| 13 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 68 | |
| 14 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 66 | |
| 15 | Sociology. | 48 | |
| 16 | International Relations and National Security Studies. | 34 | |
| 17 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 31 | |
| 18 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 30 | |
| 19 | History. | 28 | |
| 20 | Anthropology. | 27 |
Showing top 20 of 41 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Massachusetts-Boston?
University of Massachusetts-Boston has an acceptance rate of 84% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for University of Massachusetts-Boston?
Admitted students at University of Massachusetts-Boston typically score between 1070 and 1290 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does University of Massachusetts-Boston cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at University of Massachusetts-Boston is approximately $17,707 per year.
What is the graduation rate at University of Massachusetts-Boston?
4-year graduation rate data for University of Massachusetts-Boston is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
