UMass Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth · North Dartmouth, Massachusetts · Public
UMass Dartmouth admitted 91% of 10,669 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1050–1260 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 49% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at UMass Dartmouth
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Application deadlines
UMass Dartmouth’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $60, and UMass Dartmouth accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check UMass Dartmouth’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
UMass Dartmouth offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How UMass Dartmouth rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.29 GPA. 15% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $36,320 in-state and $52,862 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $20,696 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is UMass Dartmouth’s acceptance rate?
UMass Dartmouth admitted 91% of applicants: 9,670 of 10,669 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is UMass Dartmouth’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for UMass Dartmouth?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1050 to 1260, with a median around 1160. A score at or above 1160 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is UMass Dartmouth’s application fee?
The application fee is $60 for 2026–27, and UMass Dartmouth accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does UMass Dartmouth have supplemental essays?
No. UMass Dartmouth doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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