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University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Introduction

The University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is a higher education institution that tracks back to the end of the 19th century, when the Massachusetts state legislature approved the creation of two separate (and subsequently subsumed) institutes, the New Bedford and the Bradford Durfee Textile Schools to keep the area at the forefront of the textiles industry.

These two schools were later incorporated into the Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute in 1962, and shortly thereafter the school was expanded to meet the growing education demands of the local population. Hence, in 1969 it was renamed the Southeastern Massachusetts University and comprehensive higher education programs were put into place.

Then, at the beginning of the 1990s, the state merged various colleges into the University of Massachusetts system, and Southeastern Massachusetts University became the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth that exists today.

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Academics

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The University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth has continued its rise within the academic sphere, and the school is planning on becoming a Carnegie Research Institution by the beginning of the next decade. With its considerable endowment of over $30 million, it is continuing to expand its area of activity at a vigorous rate, investing in new facilities and attracting quality professionals to its faculty.

The chief areas of academic strength of the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth are in the fields of engineering, marine sciences, education, healthcare, the visual and performing arts, and the liberal arts. These fortes are reflected in the breakdown of the institution into the following parts: the College of Arts and Sciences; the Charlton College of Business; the College of Engineering; the College of Nursing; the College of Visual and Performing Arts; and the School for Marine Science and Technology.

A rather unique academic trait of the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is its extensive Portuguese culture and language studies program. Few other universities in the country offer a similar in depth program geared towards Portuguese culture and studies, which extends to issues dealing with Brazilian culture and identity. With bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Portuguese studies, the school has recently launched a Ph.D. in Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory. These areas of study are backed up and supported by the relatively prestigious (within this area of study) Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture, where international conferences on the matter are commonly held.

All told, for undergraduate students there are over 60 different majors being offered that cover a fairly comprehensive list of concentrations, with the noted strengths listed above. Furthermore, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth boasts full accreditation on behalf of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges across all its programs. Not only that, but the professional programs being offered have special accreditations that reflect the school’s level: the school’s business program, for example, has been accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), while the school’s computer science and engineering programs are backed by the accreditation of the ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Unique Programs

The University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth has developed its relatively unique Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies and Theory doctorate program in large part because of the significant Portuguese-speaking demographic in the Southeastern Massachusetts area. In fact, the schools Department of Portuguese Studies is the largest of its kind in the nation, and hence a degree in this area from the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is worth quite a lot.

A significant distinction was attained by the school as a result of its Sustainability Initiative, which was honored with an award from the Massachusetts Governor’s Office’s Leading by Example Program for its contribution to ecologically friendly practices on campus and awareness promotion in the surrounding community.

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Admissions

The University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is a relatively selective school, and on average 60% of a given year’s applicants are accepted for the following academic year as freshmen.

The admissions process for University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is relatively similar to most liberal arts colleges throughout the nation, and in general the school asks students applying for admission to their freshman year to submit their applications (either online or via mail) by the month of December.

Along with your application form, the school requires students to send a copy of their official high school transcript all the way up through the first quarter of their senior year (except for applicants in the Early Decision category), the scores they obtained on the SAT/ACT, and the non-refundable payment for processing their application.

Though not required, applicants are encouraged to write an essay/personal statement in which they highlight their accomplishments (not only from an academic, but also from a community, extracurricular and sports point of view) and stating why they think University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth would be the right school for them.

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Financial Aid

The University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth has a fairly standard financial aid distribution set up. The main form for applying for aid is the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), and need based students are always given priority over others. Notwithstanding, among non-need based aid is determined by factors such as being a member of a minority group, having a strong academic record, being part of ROTC, or being domiciled within the state or local district.

The majority of aid given to students comes in the form of partially federally subsidized loans, and is followed in decreasing order by institutional grants, state and local grants, and finally federal grants.

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Students

The student body at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is benefited by a variety of programs, social activities and services. Though first year on-campus housing is not mandatory at the school, freshman students do have an exclusive “quad” set aside for them. Other students further along with their studies have a variety of on-campus housing options available, including a few very cozy apartment options in the latest building complexes.

Students with children have the benefit of being able to count on the assistance of an on-campus daycare center, allowing parents to pursue their education with greater ease. Other services that are available for students on the campus itself include career counseling, career placement, and remedial services. Additionally, in light of the vast campus, students have the ability to engage in a wide variety of recreational activities without having to stray too far away from their residences or classrooms.

The University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth has one of the most ambitious and impressive campuses in New England, due to the fact that world-renowned architect Paul Rudolph was almost single-handedly responsible for the design of the main academic and residence buildings. Employing his trademark Brutalism style, he sought (and in the opinion of many, successfully managed) to imbue the campus structures with an air of utopianism and promote a sense of community and equality among those present, students and faculty alike.

To make students feel as connected as possible with their study programs, the campus was designed with a central Academic Life area where all academic buildings are located. Each building has a principal entrance facing the campus’s campanile. Classrooms were designed with prominent windows to keep people feeling connected with the community and the outdoors. Many other similar effects make this a unique, modern campus with few equivalents across the country (a statement which also applies to the hundreds of acres of undeveloped wetlands, grasslands and woodlands, a source of adventure and fun for all local residents).

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Athletics

The following sports can be found here:

  • Men’s NCAA Division III and Men’s Intercollegiate Baseball
  • Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Basketball
  • Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Cross_country
  • Men’s NCAA Division III and Men’s Intercollegiate Football
  • Men’s NCAA Division III and Men’s Intercollegiate Golf
  • Men’s NCAA Division III, Women’s NCAA Division III, Men’s Intercollegiate, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Soccer
  • Women’s NCAA Division III, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Softball
  • Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Table_tennis
  • Men’s Intercollegiate and Women’s Intercollegiate Track_and_field
  • Men’s NCAA Division III and Women’s NCAA Division III Track_indoor
  • Men’s NCAA Division III and Women’s NCAA Division III Track_outdoor
  • Women’s NCAA Division III, Women’s Intercollegiate, Men’s Intramural and Women’s Intramural Volleyball
The Corsairs are a member of NCAA.

Information Summary

Ranks 749th overall and 40th in Massachusetts

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Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas

Reported area around or near North Dartmouth, MA 02747-2300

Surrounding communityMidsize suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. between 100,000 to 250,000)
Total Population19,419 (14,925 urban / 4,494 rural)
Households6,012 (2.72 people per house)
Families4,677 (3.1 people per family)
Pop. — African American360
Pop. — Asian322
Pop. — Pacific Islander39
Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native100
Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic)17,294
Pop. — Other1,643
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Carnegie Foundation Classification

Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)

UndergraduateBalanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
GraduateSingle doctoral (other field)
Undergraduate PopulationFull-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
EnrollmentVery high undergraduate
Size & SettingMedium four-year, primarily residential

General Characteristics

Highest offeringDoctoral degree
Calendar SystemSemester
Years of college work requiredN/A
Variable TuitionYes

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance LearningYes
ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force YesYes / No / No
Study AbroadYes
Weekend CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes

Student Tuition Costs and Fees

What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

Ranks 765th for total cost of attendance

  In District In State Out of State
FT Undergraduate Tuition $1,417 $1,417 $8,099
FT Undergraduate Required Fees $7,175 $7,175 $10,075
PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour $358 $358 $757
FT Graduate Tuition $2,071 $2,071 $8,099
FT Graduate Required Fees $7,658 $7,658 $10,075
PT Graduate per Credit Hour $405 $405 $757
Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus $20,126 $20,126 $29,708
Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family $20,126 $20,126 $29,708
Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family $13,782 $13,782 $23,364

Student Tuition Cost History and Trends

Three year history and trends on the cost of attending

  In District In State Out of State
Published Tuition & Fees $8,036 trend  $8,592 $8,036 trend  $8,592 $17,536 trend  $18,174
  Cost (regardless of residency)
Books & Supplies $800 trend  $800
On-Campus – Room & Board $7,949 trend  $8,844
On-Campus – Other Expenses $1,890 trend  $1,890
Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board $6,625 trend  $8,044
Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses $2,690 trend  $2,690
Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board $4,390 trend  $4,390

Admission Details

Application Fee RequiredN/A
Undergraduate Application Fee$40
Graduate Application Fee$40
First Professional Application FeeN/A
Applicants 6,972 (3,327 male / 3,645 female)
Admitted 4,651 (2,289 male / 2,362 female)
Admission rate 67%
First-time Enrollment 1,592 (813 male / 779 female)
FT Enrollment 1,581 (809 male / 772 female)
PT Enrollment 11 (4 male / 7 female)
Total Enrollment8,756

Admission Criteria

What criteria does University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth use for admissions?

Required = Required, Recommended = Recommended, Neither required nor recommended = Neither required nor recommended
Open AdmissionsNo
Secondary School GPA / Rank / RecordRequired / Recommended / Required
College Prep. CompletionRequired
RecommendationsRecommended
Formal competency demoRecommended
Admission test scoresRequired
TOEFLRequired
Other testsN/A

Admission Credits Accepted

What types of credits does University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accept?

Dual CreditYes
Life ExperienceNo
Advanced Placement (AP)Yes

Athletics - Association Memberships

Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships NCAA
NCAA Football Conference New England Football Conference
NCAA Basketball Conference Little East Conference
NCAA Baseball Conference Little East Conference
NCAA Track & Field Conference Little East Conference

ACT Test Admission

Ranks 984th for 75pctl scores

Applicants submitting ACT results 6%
Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) /
Math scores (25/75 %ile) /
Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) 20 / 23

SAT Test Admission

Ranks 729th for 75pctl scores

Applicants submitting SAT results 99%
Verbal scores (25/75 %ile) 470 / 560
Math scores (25/75 %ile) 490 / 580
Cumulative scores (25/75 %ile) 960 / 1140

Student Services

Remedial ServicesYes
Academic / Career CounselingYes
PT Cost-defraying EmploymentYes
Career PlacementYes
On-Campus Day CareYes
Library FacilityYes

Student Living

First-time Room / Board RequiredNo
Dorm Capacity4,173
Meals per Week19
Room Fee$5,670
Board Fee$3,174

Student Financial Aid Details

How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Ranks 1021st for the average student loan amount.

  Average Users % of Attendees
Federal Grant Aid $3,064 136 pie   8%
State & Local Grant Aid $1,394 172 pie   10%
Institutional Grant Aid $2,784 280 pie   16%
Student Loan Aid $6,050 599 pie   35%
Any financial aid type   790 pie   46%

Student Enrollment Demographics

How many students are enrolled at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

  Men Women Total
Non Resident Alien
226111337
Black Non-Hispanic
233284517
Hispanic
92109201
Asian / Pacific Islander
106113219
American Indian / Alaskan Native
162642
White Non-Hispanic
3,2443,4346,678
Race Unknown
341421762
Total 4,258 4,498 8,756

Student Graduation Demographics

How many students graduated at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?

  Men Women Total
Non Resident Alien
8513
Black Non-Hispanic
433982
Hispanic
111627
Asian / Pacific Islander
181331
American Indian / Alaskan Native
268
White Non-Hispanic
5325081,040
Race Unknown
445599
Total 658 642 1,300

Most Popular Fields of Study

The top 5 fields of study completed at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth.

  Men Women Total
7 103 110
76 30 106
22 77 99
42 40 82
30 44 74

Student Completion / Graduation Demographics

How many students are successful graduates?

  Non Resident Alien Black Non-Hispanic Hispanic Asian / Pacific Islander American Indian / Alaskan Native White Non-Hispanic Race Unknown Total
Accounting 5 3 2 47 4 61
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 1 1 2
Art Teacher Education 14 2 16
Biological and Physical Sciences 2 2
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 1 3 2 32 7 45
Business Administration and Management, General 32 3 3 4 59 5 106
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics 2 2
Chemistry, General 5 1 7 13
Chemistry, Other 3 3
Civil Engineering, General 2 1 14 1 18
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 1 1 3 13 2 20
Clinical Psychology 12 12
Commercial and Advertising Art 1 14 2 17
Computer Engineering, General 10 2 1 7 20
Computer and Information Sciences, General 15 2 19 7 43
Design and Visual Communications, General 1 39 1 41
Drawing 1 1
Economics, General 1 1 11 2 15
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 16 1 1 18 1 37
Elementary Education and Teaching 6 6
English Language and Literature, General 1 1 64 8 74
Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts 1 6 2 9
Finance, General 1 1 1 2 46 6 57
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other 1 1
Fine/Studio Arts, General 1 1
French Language and Literature 1 1
History, General 1 35 36
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 1 2 1 1 1 60 3 69
Intermedia/Multimedia 1 1 17 1 20
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 2 1 44 5 52
Management Information Systems, General 1 18 1 20
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography 2 2
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 2 2 1 1 68 8 82
Mathematics, General 1 1 5 7
Mechanical Engineering 6 1 18 2 27
Metal and Jewelry Arts 1 8 9
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 1 1 2 3 7
Music, General 11 11
Nursing, Other 8 2 1 89 10 110
Operations Management and Supervision 1 1 40 3 45
Painting 8 2 10
Philosophy 3 1 4
Photography 1 14 1 16
Physics, General 5 5 10
Political Science and Government, General 2 1 27 1 31
Portuguese Language and Literature 3 1 6 1 11
Printmaking
Psychology, General 11 2 3 1 76 6 99
Sculpture 1 7 1 9
Secondary Education and Teaching 1 1
Sociology 5 3 1 56 3 68
Spanish Language and Literature 1 5 6
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 1 1 40 1 43
Technical and Business Writing 8 8
Textile Sciences and Engineering 1 1 2
Total 108 57 25 31 6 1,107 104 1,438

Faculty Compensation / Salaries

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Ranks 237th for the average full-time faculty salary.

Tenure system Yes
Average FT Salary $80,361 ($85,274 male / $72,306 female)
Number of FT Faculty 359 (223 male / 136 female)
Number of PT Faculty 225
FT Faculty Ratio 2 : 1
Total Benefits $9,315,933
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University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth Summary

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The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is a multi-college university, part of the state wide university system of the University of Massachusetts, located in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, not to be confused with Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth, also known as UMass Dartmouth, has a Student Body of 8,299 students, which includes 6,535 undergraduates, 726 graduate students, and 1,407 continuing education students. In that year, the Massachusetts legislature chartered the New Bedford Textile School in New Bedford and the Bradford Durfee Textile School in Fall River. The New Bedford Textile School was re-named the New Bedford Institute of Textiles and Technology and the Bradford Durfee Textile School was re-named the Bradford Durfee College of Technology. In December of 2005, the New Bedford newspaper The Standard Times reported that a UMass Dartmouth student was visited by the Department of Homeland Security after requesting a copy of Quotations From Chairman Mao Tse-Tung (better known as The Little Red Book) from the university’s library’s interlibrary loan system. A few days later, Clyde Barrow, head of the policy studies department, said that the university should punish the student and the two professors involved in the incident, suggesting the student should be punished for a semester. Social Sciences, Mathematics, Medical Laboratory Science, Multidisciplinary Studies, Philosophy, Policy Studies, Political Science, Portuguese, Psychology, Sociology & Textiles Nursing Art Education, Art History, Artisanry (Ceramics, Jewelry/Metals, and Textile Design/Fiber Arts), Design (Electronic Imagng, Graphic Design, Illustration, and Photography), FIne Arts (Painting/2D and Sculpture/3D), Music, and Theatre Arts Master of Arts in Professional Writing, Master of Arts in Psychology, Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Science in Biology, Master of Science in Chemistry, and Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry Master of Business Administration, post-master’s certificates Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Master of Science in Biotechnology, Master of Science in Computer Science, Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science in Physics, Master of Science in Textile Chemistry and Technology, Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy in Biotechnology, and Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Engineering Master of Science in Nursing Master of Art Education, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Fine Arts in Artisanry, and Master of Fine Arts in Visual Design Master of Science in Marine Science & (The main academic buildings are known as Groups because the first design concept for the campus had them as groups of individual buildings; the name was retained though the design concept was not.) The main door of each building faces towards the campanile, keeping students within the Academic Life area, where buildings for classes are located.

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