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About University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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University of Massachusetts-Lowell is a public research university in Lowell, MA, known for its public research university, stem focused, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 86%, UML is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,937 students each year. UML is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1190–1320, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UML offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,420 per year; the sticker price of $49,818 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Massachusetts-Lowell acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

86%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1255
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1190 – 1320 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 26 – 30

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Test Score Strategy
Since UMass Lowell is test optional and your score is below their 75th percentile, skip submitting your test score and let your GPA, coursework rigor, and activities carry your application instead.
Essay Strategy
UMass Lowell rates essays as low importance in admissions decisions, so spend most of your prep time making sure your GPA and course rigor are clearly represented on your transcript rather than agonizing over perfect essay drafts.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Massachusetts-Lowell actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Loan-free financial aid: University of Massachusetts-Lowell has replaced all loans with grants. For families earning under $75,000, the average net annual cost is $0. University of Massachusetts-Lowell's sticker price of ~$50k/year bears almost no resemblance to what most families pay.
Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30kOften $0~$50k/yr~$0 / yr
30k-48kOften $0~$50k/yr~$0 / yr
48k-75kOften $0~$50k/yr~$0 / yr
75k-110k~$50k/yr$16.5k
110k+~$50k/yr$26.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

70%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$61k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
11,664
Undergrad Enrollment
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