University of Massachusetts-Boston Admission Requirements
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University of Massachusetts-Boston Admission Overview
University of Massachusetts-Boston admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Massachusetts-Boston admitted 83.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.35 GPA (B+) and SAT 1070-1290 / ACT 22-29. University of Massachusetts-Boston is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Massachusetts-Boston is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of Massachusetts-Boston Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for University of Massachusetts Boston
Acceptance Rate
The University of Massachusetts-Boston acceptance rate is 83.8%. Last year, 17,813 of 21,262 applicants were admitted. That is the 48th lowest acceptance rate in Massachusetts.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of Massachusetts-Boston and can you get accepted?
University of Massachusetts-Boston is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
University of Massachusetts Boston typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.35. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Massachusetts-Boston GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.35Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.35
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of Massachusetts-Boston typically have around a 3.35 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. University of Massachusetts-Boston is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #38 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Massachusetts-Boston SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1070-1290Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
32%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 540
- Math 530
- Composite 1070
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 650
- Math 640
- Composite 1290
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of Massachusetts-Boston typically score around a 1180 SAT (middle 50% 1070–1290) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 73rd percentile nationally. University of Massachusetts-Boston ranks #33 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1070 to 1290
SAT policy
University of Massachusetts-Boston is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1180 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Massachusetts-Boston ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
22-29Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
2%25th Percentile Scores
- English 22
- Math 19
- Composite 22
75th Percentile Scores
- English 31
- Math 26
- Composite 29
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of Massachusetts-Boston typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 22–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Massachusetts-Boston places #30 among colleges in Massachusetts for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 22 to 29
ACT policy
You may apply to University of Massachusetts-Boston without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Massachusetts Boston and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Feb 15, 2027Days left to Apply
168Applicants have 168 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Massachusetts Boston is $60.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of Massachusetts-Boston is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 83.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.35 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1070-1290); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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GPA calculator: University of Massachusetts Boston GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026