University of Massachusetts Amherst
Academics
- Graduation Rate84%
- Majors Available148
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio18:1
- Retention Rate91%
AP Credit Policy
UMass Amherst grants advanced standing and/or credit for the College Board AP exams, but these credits will vary depending upon scores and subject matter. You may also receive credit for your SAT II Foreign Language scores. Official copies of your AP and/or SAT Subject Test scores should be sent electronically to UMass Amherst. Our CEEB # is 3917.
For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.
Offers credits
Yes
Offers placement into advanced courses
Yes
Study Options
Majors and Degrees
The college offers the following degrees: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral
- No majors found
Need Help Choosing a Major?
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Special Academics Program
- Accelerated Study
- Cross-Registration
- Distance Learning
- Double Major
- Dual Enrollment of High School Students
- English as a Second Language
- Honors Program
- Internships
- Liberal Arts/Career Combination
- ROTC, Air Force
- ROTC, Army
- Student-Designed Major
- Study Abroad
- Teacher Certification
- Undergraduate Research
- Visiting/Exchange Student Program
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