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University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
Admission at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is close to open (90.6%), which shifts the homework to outcomes: check the $68,804 median earnings below before the application.
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University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth occupies suburban North Dartmouth, MA — a public campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat.
Its highest-earning path is Computer Engineering, where graduates median $98,642 four years out. 37% of undergraduates carry Pell grants — a plain read on who the campus actually serves. With 5,221 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 63.6% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1040 and 1260 — below the MA middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
In the Fall 2023 cycle, University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth received 9,794 applications and admitted 9,026 (92.2%), with 1,376 enrolling.
Scores help here but aren't the gate. If your SAT sits inside the 1040–1260 submitter range, sending it likely helps; below it, University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth's own policy says you can leave it out.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 520 | 580 | 640 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 570 | 620 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 24 | 27 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
How University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth compares
| University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth | Massachusetts median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 90.6% | 70.7% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $15,612 | $46,700 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $68,804 | $62,832 | $53,781 |
Earnings data favors University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth: $68,804 median at year ten, versus $62,832 across Massachusetts institutions.
Cost, size & completion
In-state students pay $15,612 in tuition; crossing a state border raises that to $32,567. For non-residents, University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth's $32,567 is the number to weigh against private options before assuming public means cheaper.
At 5,221 undergrads, University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is a mid-sized campus by U.S. standards.
52.1% graduate within six years. Roughly 48% don't — ask a University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $98,642 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $96,727 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $94,683 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | $91,805 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $89,310 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $86,150 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $84,323 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $83,480 |
| Civil Engineering | $79,051 |
| Chemistry | $79,043 |
| Business/Commerce, General | $73,398 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $70,053 |
| Marketing | $64,760 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $64,107 |
| Economics | $62,981 |
| Political Science and Government | $62,918 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $62,430 |
| Biology, General | $60,170 |
| Criminology | $54,174 |
| Psychology, General | $53,561 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $51,857 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $51,406 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | $50,008 |
| History | $47,771 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $47,268 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | $41,529 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | $38,676 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $32,222 |
Median earnings for these 28 University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $68,804 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 20 additional University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1040–1260 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 90.6% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth's acceptance rate?
92.2% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 9,026 admitted from 9,794 applicants.
How much does University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth cost?
In-state tuition is $15,612; out-of-state students pay $32,567. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $68,804 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Massachusetts
- Wentworth Institute of Technology — 91.2% admitted
- Salem State University — 95.9% admitted
- Worcester State University — 88% admitted
- College of Our Lady of the Elms — 85.3% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.