University of Massachusetts Boston: what international applicants need

What are University of Massachusetts Boston's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Massachusetts Boston has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026, Early Action II on January 1, 2027, and Regular Decision on February 15, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Massachusetts Boston's acceptance rate?

83.8% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Massachusetts Boston admitted 17,813 of its 21,262 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Massachusetts Boston require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. University of Massachusetts Boston requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 15, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for University of Massachusetts Boston?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 530–640 in Math and 540–650 in Reading and Writing (32% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 22–29.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is University of Massachusetts Boston's application fee for international students?

University of Massachusetts Boston's application fee is $60 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does University of Massachusetts Boston accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. University of Massachusetts Boston accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does University of Massachusetts Boston accept?

University of Massachusetts Boston lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does University of Massachusetts Boston accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests University of Massachusetts Boston accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does University of Massachusetts Boston require?

University of Massachusetts Boston requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Massachusetts Boston require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. University of Massachusetts Boston requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does University of Massachusetts Boston have?

833 of University of Massachusetts Boston's 12,138 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 6.9%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Massachusetts Boston cost for international students?

University of Massachusetts Boston is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $38,125 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $15,908). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $19,128. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $61,247 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source