University of Massachusetts Amherst
Online

The University of Massachusetts Amherst Continuing & Professional Education allows students to take their courses in an online format. The flexibility of the courses allows students to advance their education while still managing their personal and professional lives. Students will earn credentials they need to succeed in the workplace and become part of a professional network of alumni.
Overview
School Type
Website: www.umass.edu
Contact: University of Massachusetts Amherst
Accessibility
- Distance education:No
- Online degrees:Yes
- Career services:No
- Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
- Credit for life experiences:No
- On-Campus day care:Yes
- Online library services:Yes
- Remedial services:No
- Master's degrees:Yes
- Post-master's certificates:Yes
- Doctorate Degrees:Yes
Demographics
- Online and distance education graduate students:2,282
- Graduate students doing hybrid learning:253
- Out-of-state online graduate students:1,185
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Online students32%
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Male/Female49% / 51%
Cost
- Application fee:$80
- In-state required fees for full-time graduate students:$2,195
- In-state per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$930
- Out-of-state required fees for full-time graduate students:$2,195
- Out-of-state per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$1,792
- Average tuition full-time graduate students:$29,529
- Required fees for full-time graduate students:$2,195
- Per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$1,792
Outcomes
- Graduate student federal loan borrowers in good standing after 2 years:29%
Military & Veteran
- Percentage of graduate students receiving post 9/11 GI Bill benefits:1%
- Graduate students receiving Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program benefits:4
- Credit for military training:No
- Dedicated staff member:Yes
- Student veteran organization:Yes
- Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
- Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
Benefits
Student Experience
- Online classes
- Hybrid classes
- 24/7 technical support
- 24-hour professor reply time
Affordability
- Financial aid
- Scholarships
- Tuition reimbursement
Campus Resources
- Career services
- Alumni networking
- Tutoring
- Advisors
Featured Programs & Degrees
Online master's degrees offered
- Business: 2
- Education: 1
- Engineering Technology: 1
- Health Professions: 2
- Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies: 1
Online doctorate degrees offered
- Health Professions: 1
Master of Science in Accounting
The Isenberg School of Management has two tracks for those interested in pursuing a Master of Science in Accounting: hybrid or online.
Students in the accounting program will not only advance their accounting knowledge, but learn skills that are essential to being successful in the business world.
Learn More
Get more information on the Master of Science in Accounting degree here.
Master of Business Administration
The Online MBA offered through UMass Amherst’s Isenberg School of Management provides online students with the same opportunities as on campus students. The curriculum is taught by the same on campus faculty and students are held to the same academic standards.
Learn More
Get more information on the Master of Business Administration degree here.
Contact University of Massachusetts Amherst
Contact Admissions
413-545-3440
Main Campus
140 Hicks Way
Amherst, MA 01003
413-545-2414