University of Massachusetts Boston

Academics

• Campus Catalog
• Schedule of Classes
• When will I register? According to class standing
• Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance

Limitations
Registration for Business/Management courses may be limited. Priority registration is given to UMass Boston Business majors. Then, course registration is open to NSE students, sometime in July for the fall, and December for spring. Exercise & Health Science major-registration permitted with permission of Program Director. Enrollment may be delayed. Math placement test is required for registration in Math courses. No exchange available to other UMASS campuses.

Notable Academic Programs

• Biology (BS) - We offer a vibrant curriculum and extensive opportunities for mentoring and hands-on research experiences as a means of developing a deeper understanding of biology at the levels of molecules, cells, organisms, and the ecosystem. We stress the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills both in the classroom and by undergraduate students conducting original research in faculty laboratories.
• Environmental Sciences (BA/BS) - Our award winning, nationally recognized BS in Environmental Science program is grounded in the natural sciences integrating biology, chemistry, physics, and geology with the social sciences to prepare the next generation of innovators and knowledge creators. Students gain essential skills in ecology, geology, hydrology, and marine science and apply these skills to critical challenges facing coastal marine systems in the Boston metropolitan area. Our waterfront campus is situated on one of the most dynamic and rich urban coastal regions there is. We work within one of the most active environmental communities in the U.S.
• Communication - As an academic field, communication is exceptionally diverse. Scholarly influence from the fields of psychology, sociology, cultural studies, economics, library science, rhetoric and language studies, and cultural anthropology can be felt throughout the discipline. The communication major and minor are designed to prepare students for careers in media, public policy, corporate communication, human resources, advertising, and many, many more!
• Psychology (BA/BS)
• Business Administration/Management - The College of Management is Boston’s only public business school accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the gold standard for business schools. This designation is only earned by five percent of business schools worldwide! The Management BS is designed to immerse you in both business theory and practice. With the guidance of an esteemed faculty of business professionals, you’ll emerge prepared with the entrepreneurial, communication, ethical, and critical thinking skills you need to achieve your goals.

Unique Academic Programs

• Aging Studies (BA) - This program introduces you to the issues, questions, perspectives, needs, and contributions of older persons. In Aging Studies classes, you will gain a deep understanding of the physiological, psychological, social, and economic aspects of aging, and acquire research and practical skills critical to your professional development, including program planning and evaluation, policy analysis, geriatric assessment, and working with diverse populations.
• Labor Studies (BA) - As a student in the Labor Studies BA program at UMass Boston, you will acquire the skills you need to analyze historical controversies and to think strategically about social, political, and economic change. You will build a strong foundation for a variety of occupations and prepare to be active in your own labor and community organizations.
• Clean Energy and Sustainability (Minor) - Clean energy is rapidly becoming one of the fastest growing sectors of the US and global economy. With the goal that these new sources provide sustainable, dependable, and clean fuel for our current and future needs, there is enormous pressure on the industry to thrive and for it to do so while sustainably using natural resources and have a positive impact on the ecosystems on which we depend.
• Native American and Indigenous Studies Program - The Native American and Indigenous Studies Program (NAIS) is an undergraduate interdisciplinary program, currently offering a minor that is open to all students at UMass Boston. Goals of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Program: - to add complexity to “history” through teaching about diverse Native American and Indigenous histories and experiences - to explore social, political, economic, cultural, and environmental issues affecting Indigenous people, communities, and nations in the United States and around the world, both past and present - to equip students with methodological and theoretical tools for living in our complex and interconnected world - to engage with Indigenous peoples, communities and issues in local, global, and transnational perspectives - to engage the University of Massachusetts Boston’s urban mission by attracting, supporting and retaining Indigenous students, and working with local community partners to establish a strong presence and support for Native students and NAIS academic studies
• Urban Public Health - With a unique focus on urban populations and the social determinants of health and health disparities, the Urban Public Health Department aligns with the mission of UMass Boston and MCNHS vision, “to improve the health of diverse urban populations through the integration of teaching, targeted research, service, practice and health policy in partnership with others.”

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Conditions

• General Eligibility Requirements
• On-campus housing is extremely limited, particularly in the fall semester. The university provides resources for off-campus housing. Please visit this link: https://www.umb.edu/campus-life/housing-dining/off-campus/

• Full-year exchange Accepted
• Single term exchange Accepted

• TOEFL: must have a score of 550.00 paper or 79.00 Internet
• IELTS: must have a score of 6.00

• Not available

• Will accept Home/Host Pay

• Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

• Campus Budget
• Fees are subject to change without notice.

• Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
• Estimated cost: $7639.
• Figures are based on full-time enrollment.

• Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.

• Host Payment: 17
• Home Payment: 17

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Important Notes: Housing deposit is only for students who choose to live on-campus. Figures shown reflect AY 2024-25 tuition & fees rate.

Room / Meals

• On-Campus Housing
• Approximate cost: $5780

• Off-Campus Housing
• Approximate monthly cost: $1650
• Proximity to campus: 1 mile
• Local Public Transportation Available to Campus

Resources

• Campus Homepage
• Outgoing Student Info
• Incoming Student Info
• Academic Success and Support
• GLBTQIA+ Resources
• Learning Accessibility Resources
• Physical Accessibility Resources
• Multicultural Student Resources
• Undocumented Student Resources
• Veterans Affairs

Health

Important Notes about Health Insurance
Students who do not have health insurance through their home institution must purchase health insurance through UMass Boston, pursuant to state regulations.

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $1,893 per year.

Requirements

• Campus Immunization Information