How much does it actually cost to attend UMass Dartmouth?
I’m starting to seriously look at UMass Dartmouth as a possibility, but I'm a little confused by all the different numbers I keep seeing online about the cost. The website lists tuition, but then there are fees, room & board, and other expenses that seem to add up fast.
If anyone here goes to UMass Dartmouth or recently applied, would you mind sharing what the real costs are like, especially for an in-state vs out-of-state student? Also, does financial aid there make a big difference, or is it still pretty expensive after all is said and done?
Trying to get a better idea before sending in applications. Any info or experience would be super helpful!
If anyone here goes to UMass Dartmouth or recently applied, would you mind sharing what the real costs are like, especially for an in-state vs out-of-state student? Also, does financial aid there make a big difference, or is it still pretty expensive after all is said and done?
Trying to get a better idea before sending in applications. Any info or experience would be super helpful!
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Grayce Gibbs
• 4 months ago
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The actual cost to attend UMass Dartmouth depends on a few main factors: whether you’re in-state (a Massachusetts resident), out-of-state, if you live on campus, and what kind of financial aid package you receive.
For the 2023-2024 academic year, the estimated costs look like this:
In-state residents pay roughly $14,500 for tuition and fees. Room and board (if you live on campus) is about $14,000, bringing the total to around $28,500 per year before financial aid or scholarships. Out-of-state students pay significantly more: tuition and fees are about $30,700, and if you add the same room and board costs, it comes to roughly $44,700 per year.
Additionally, there are smaller required costs like textbooks and supplies (estimate at about $1,200 per year), transportation, and personal expenses (usually around $2,000), which can vary based on your situation. So, all in, the actual sticker price can look daunting, especially for out-of-state students.
Financial aid can make a significant difference, particularly for in-state students. UMass Dartmouth offers federal and state grants, institutional scholarships, and need-based aid. Many students get some form of aid that brings their net price down well below the published sticker price. For example, the average net price (what students realistically pay after aid) for in-state students receiving aid is roughly $18,000 per year, while it’s about $28,000 for out-of-state students. These numbers will vary depending on your family’s financial situation and merit.
As an example, a Massachusetts student from a middle-income family might get a mix of federal Pell grants, state scholarship, and a university merit award, reducing their cost to something much closer to $16,000–19,000 including living expenses. If you qualify for major scholarships or commuter status, the cost can drop further. Out-of-state students usually pay more, even after aid, but competitive merit scholarships can offset some of that.
The best way to estimate your personal cost is to use UMass Dartmouth’s Net Price Calculator on their financial aid website. Entering your specific info will give you a much more accurate sense of what you might actually pay.
If you want an accurate picture before applying, it’s smart to reach out to UMass Dartmouth’s financial aid office and ask about scholarships (both merit and need-based), and look into any special opportunities for Massachusetts residents. Students who invest the time to look at all their resources sometimes find it’s a better deal than expected, especially compared to private universities.
Hope this helps clear things up and makes the decision process a little more manageable!
For the 2023-2024 academic year, the estimated costs look like this:
In-state residents pay roughly $14,500 for tuition and fees. Room and board (if you live on campus) is about $14,000, bringing the total to around $28,500 per year before financial aid or scholarships. Out-of-state students pay significantly more: tuition and fees are about $30,700, and if you add the same room and board costs, it comes to roughly $44,700 per year.
Additionally, there are smaller required costs like textbooks and supplies (estimate at about $1,200 per year), transportation, and personal expenses (usually around $2,000), which can vary based on your situation. So, all in, the actual sticker price can look daunting, especially for out-of-state students.
Financial aid can make a significant difference, particularly for in-state students. UMass Dartmouth offers federal and state grants, institutional scholarships, and need-based aid. Many students get some form of aid that brings their net price down well below the published sticker price. For example, the average net price (what students realistically pay after aid) for in-state students receiving aid is roughly $18,000 per year, while it’s about $28,000 for out-of-state students. These numbers will vary depending on your family’s financial situation and merit.
As an example, a Massachusetts student from a middle-income family might get a mix of federal Pell grants, state scholarship, and a university merit award, reducing their cost to something much closer to $16,000–19,000 including living expenses. If you qualify for major scholarships or commuter status, the cost can drop further. Out-of-state students usually pay more, even after aid, but competitive merit scholarships can offset some of that.
The best way to estimate your personal cost is to use UMass Dartmouth’s Net Price Calculator on their financial aid website. Entering your specific info will give you a much more accurate sense of what you might actually pay.
If you want an accurate picture before applying, it’s smart to reach out to UMass Dartmouth’s financial aid office and ask about scholarships (both merit and need-based), and look into any special opportunities for Massachusetts residents. Students who invest the time to look at all their resources sometimes find it’s a better deal than expected, especially compared to private universities.
Hope this helps clear things up and makes the decision process a little more manageable!
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Grayce Gibbs
Denver, CO
Dartmouth College (AB); Colorado School of Mines (MS)
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