University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell)

Incorporated in 1894, University of Massachusetts Lowell is a nationally ranked research university situated in the historic mill city of Lowell on the Merrimack River. This institute has received accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). It is also a member of several associations of higher education - American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Council of Colleges of Arts and Sciences, National University Continuing Education Association, College Entrance Examination Board and many others. As per U.S. News & World Report, University of Massachusetts Lowell 2022 ranking was 179 in the National Universities category. It also ranked 112 in the Best Colleges for Veterans category. The Fall 2020 acceptance rate of this institute was 75%. About half of the candidates admitted to this institute possess an ACT score of 23 and 29 and a SAT score between 1150 and 1320. Students pursuing undergraduate majors at UMass Lowell's can transition to master's programs. They can opt to pursue undergraduate majors and minors in several areas - Applied Biomedical Sciences, American Studies, Biochemistry Option: Chemistry, Bioinformatics: Interdisciplinary, Clinical Option: Exercise Science, Art History, Criminal Justice, etc. Besides these, UMass Lowell offers over 100 areas for graduate study. The total University of Massachusetts Lowell fee for undergraduate for in-state students that is payable annually for the year 2021-2022 lies in the range $29,000 to $29,300. For undergraduate out-of-state, this amount ranges between $47,000 and $47,300. This institute also extends financial assistance to its students. The total aid awarded is valued over $192 million. The average mid-career salary of the graduates of this university lies in the range of $109,000 to $109,500. Around 95% of this institute’s graduates either receive employment in their respective field or pursue advanced studies within six months of acquiring their degree. As per Payscale.com, alumni of this institute receive one of the highest returns on their college investment nationally.