University of Massachusetts-Amherst
- Type:
- Public
- Programs:
- 4 years or more
Cost
- Cost / year
- $36,842
- Tuition & fees
- $18,487
- Avg. aid
- $13,764
- Receiving aid
- 89%
Admissions
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- SAT range
- 1310–1500
- ACT range
- 30–33
Outcomes
- Graduation rate
- 83%
- Median salary
- $55,960
- 1 yr after graduation
What are the security measures and safety resources available for students at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
UMass Amherst has a campus police department and emergency-response resources, including around-the-clock patrols, emergency notification tools, and ways to request help. Reported campus measures also include emergency telephone or alarm devices, electronically controlled residence-hall entrances, and late-night transportation or escort options.
Students should learn how to receive university alerts and how to report an urgent incident. Sexual misconduct can be reported through university channels, with support options and reporting procedures explained by the relevant campus offices. The university's annual security report is the appropriate source for federally required campus-crime disclosures and safety policies; any crime figures in it need to be read with their reporting year, geographic definitions, and disclosure limitations in mind.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Security
- 24h hotline
- Trained security
- Late night transportation
- Electronically-operated dormitory entrances
How Safe Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst? - Crime Statistics
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Criminal Offenses
Crime
Murder
Negligent manslaughter
Rape
Fondling
Incest
Statutory rape
Robbery
Aggravated assault
Burglary
Motor vehicle theft
Arson
University of Massachusetts-Amherst VAWA Offenses
Crime
Domestic violence
Dating violence
Stalking
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Criminal Arrests
Crime
Weaponry carrying
Drug abuse
Liquor law violation
University of Massachusetts-Amherst Criminal Disciplinary
Crime
Weaponry carrying
Drug abuse
Liquor law violation
Data last updated on November 5, 2026
Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026
Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.
