Can you get into University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
Amherst, Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts-Amherst admits about 58% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1300–1480, ACT composites around 29–33, about a 4.04 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a reach, match, or safety for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 58%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1300–1480
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 29–33
- Average GPA
- 4.04
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
- University of Massachusetts-Amherst has an acceptance rate of about 58%, which makes it moderately selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
- Admitted students at University of Massachusetts-Amherst have an average GPA of about 4.04. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Massachusetts-Amherst have SAT scores between 1300–1480 and ACT composites between 29–33.
- What are my chances of getting into University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.