Umass Boston

Though its flagship campus is in Amherst, University of Massachusetts at Boston features many of the extensive resources offered by UMass Amherst. As Boston's only public university, the school offers a variety of academics and research opportunities. In addition to the College of Advancing and Professional Studies (CAPS), UMass Boston consists of the following schools: * College of Liberal Arts * College of Sicence and Mathematics * College of Management * College of Nursing and Health Sciences * College of Public and Community Service * College of Education and Human Development * John W. McCormack Graduate School of Policy Studies UMass Boston awards more than $100 million each year in financial aid to eligible students, and there are several ways to help fund your education. Federal grants and loans are the primary source, but the university also offers institutional scholarships, which are based on academic achievement. College life at University of Massachusetts Boston reflects its vast and diverse student body. The campus features more than 115 clubs and organizations, and the Office of Student Leadership and Community Engagement offers leadership training and outreach activities. Of course, the city of Boston is also prominent feature of student life at UMass, featuring limitless possibilities for recreation and personal enrichment. Admissions applications can be completed online. Once accepted, students may be required to put down a $200 deposit to hold their spot.

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