University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Amherst, MA
Military Quick Facts
BAH Rate
$1,745
Online BAH
$901
GI Bill Approved Programs
✓YES
Yellow Ribbon Program
✓YES
Approved for Tuition Assistance
✓YES
Offers College Credit for Military Experience
✓YES
Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
✓YES
Awards Credit for DSST Exam
✗NO
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UMass Amherst is one of the major public research universities in America. Nestled in idyllic Amherst, Massachusetts, the campus is consistently ranked among the top public research universities in the nation, and offers a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers.Veteran Services was established to continue a tradition of support by providing UMASS military and veteran populations with the service and assistance they deserve. Our goal is to ensure that your transition to UMASS is as smooth as possible. Whether you are entering college for the first time, transferring from another school, or returning from a deployment, the UMASS community welcomes you.
Military and Veteran Costs
Tuition Cost
$ 16,439
GI Bill Coverage
- $ 16,439
Student Veteran Cost
$ 0
Tuition Cost-Per-Credit-Hour
$
Tuition Assistance
- $ 250
Military Student Cost
$ 0
This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.
Military/Veteran Support
BAH - Campus
$1,745
BAH - Online
$916.50
Campus SVA Chapter
✓YES
Full-Time Veteran Counselor On Campus
✓YES
Signed VA Principles Of Excellence
✗NO
Club/Association for Veterans
✓YES
Veteran Upward Bound Program
✗NO
8 Keys to Veterans' Success
✓YES
Offers ROTC Program
✓YES
GI Bill Approved Programs
✓YES
Academic Support
Offers College Credit for Military Experiences
✓YES
Awards Credit for CLEP Exam
✓YES
Awards Credit for DSST Exam
✗NO
Financial Support
Approved for Tuition Assistance
✓YES
Yellow Ribbon Program
✓YES
Scholarships for Military
✗NO
Reduced Tuition for Military
✗NO
Costs
Undergraduate
$16,439
In State$36,427
Out of StateGraduate
$12,782
In State$28,002
Out of StateTextbooks
$1,000
GI Bill Textbook Coverage
- $1000
Total Cost to Student Veteran
$ 0
Student Population
Student Count
23,907
Undergraduate6,383
Graduate480
GI Bill StudentsMale
50.6%
PopulationFemale
49.4%
Population
Affiliation
Religious
No Religious Affiliation
Ethnicity
No Ethnic Affiliation
Gender
Coed School
School Information
College Type
Public
Setting
Suburb
Accreditation Type
Regional
Duration
4 Year
Calendar
Semesters
Online Undergraduate
Yes
Online Graduate
Yes
Average Scores
Avg. Accepted
620
SAT Math595
SAT Evidence-Based Reading & Writing27
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Admission Info
374 Whitmore Building 181 Presidents Drive.
Amherst,
MA 1003
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413-545-4312
Veteran Affairs Info
Lynn Gates
181 Presidents Dr..
Amherst,
MA 01003
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413-545-4312
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