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UMass Amherst is the largest public research university in New England distinguished by top-ranked academics, innovative research, and programs. Be Revolutionary.

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### [‘Nobel Prize of Computing’ Goes to UMass Scientist](https://www.umass.edu/news/article/umass-amherst-computer-scientist-co-recipient-nobel-prize-computing-foundational-work)

For pioneering work in the field of AI, Professor Emeritus Andrew Barto and former graduate student Richard Sutton have been recognized with the prestigious Turing Award.

[](https://www.umass.edu/news/article/umass-amherst-computer-scientist-co-recipient-nobel-prize-computing-foundational-work)

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### [Be Bold. Be True. Be You.](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-edge)

At UMass Amherst, we seek to answer new questions, challenge old conventions, and build a world where all of us—regardless of background—have the freedom to be ourselves.

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[Congratulations #UMass2029!](https://www.umass.edu/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/admitted-students)

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Join the ranks of innovators, leaders, and bold thinkers that make up the UMass Amherst community.

**Change begins with you.**   

**Accept your offer today.**   

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Are You Ready?

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At UMass Amherst, we welcome you to join our diverse, inclusive community of dreamers, innovators, creators, and doers. Find out how you can explore your interests and build skills to make your mark on the world with a UMass education.

**This is your moment.**   

**This is your opportunity.**   

**This is UMass.**  

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By the Numbers

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31K+

Students

1,900+

Faculty Members

307K+

Alumni Worldwide

#26

_U.S. News & World Report_ Ranking Among 225 Top National Public Universities

Top 50

Best Value Colleges (Public), _The Princeton Review_

#1

Best Campus Food, _The Princeton Review_

[SEE HOW WE MEASURE UP](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-edge/about-umass-amherst/umass-amherst-numbers)

[Envision Yourself Here](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-stories/envision-yourself)

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UMass Amherst is committed to the success of every student—a commitment you'll see as soon as you step onto campus. Can you see yourself as a success at UMass?

[Learn More About Student Success](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-stories/envision-yourself)

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

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With 110 undergraduate majors and 127 graduate programs offered on campus and online, there are hundreds of opportunities to pursue your passion at UMass Amherst. Study on campus or take advantage of a wide array of flexible and innovative learning options.

[Undergraduate Programs](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/academics/undergraduate-programs)

[Graduate Programs](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/academics/graduate-programs)

[University Without Walls](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-edge/we-are-university-without-walls)

[Are You Career Ready?](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-stories/are-you-career-ready)

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Launch your career with a UMass Amherst education. Hands-on learning, research, and a strong alumni network prepare our students for success after graduation.

[Learn More About Career Prep at UMass](https://www.umass.edu/gateway/umass-stories/are-you-career-ready)

News and Events

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Research

### [Watch: Stéphane Willocq Officially Assumes Role as Spokesperson of CERN ATLAS Program](/news/article/watch-stephane-willocq-officially-assumes-role-spokesperson-cern-atlas-program)

The UMass physics professor was elected last summer to the position, which serves as the de facto primary investigator leading the ATLAS effort. His two-year term began March 1.

[](/news/article/umass-amherst-nurse-engineer-team-honored-inventing-iv-pole-designed-improve-patient)

Research

### [UMass Amherst Nurse-Engineer Team Honored for Inventing IV Pole Designed to Improve Patient Safety](/news/article/umass-amherst-nurse-engineer-team-honored-inventing-iv-pole-designed-improve-patient)

The Elaine Marieb Center for Nursing and Engineering Innovation’s robust research is helping to improve the usability of intravenous smart pumps.

[](/news/article/core-new-international-standard-e-commerce-online-dispute-resolution-developed-umass)

Research

### [Core of New International Standard for E-Commerce Online Dispute Resolution Developed at UMass Amherst](/news/article/core-new-international-standard-e-commerce-online-dispute-resolution-developed-umass)

The new ISO standard addressing AI use will govern billions of transactions annually.

[](/news/article/uhs-dr-khama-ennis-umass-polls-tatishe-nteta-recognized-black-excellence-hill)

Honors and Awards

### [UHS’ Dr. Khama Ennis, UMass Poll’s Tatishe Nteta Recognized at Black Excellence on the Hill Celebration](/news/article/uhs-dr-khama-ennis-umass-polls-tatishe-nteta-recognized-black-excellence-hill)

Nteta and Dr. Ennis were honored by the Massachusetts Black and Latino Caucus at a State House event commemorating Black leaders and trailblazers from across the commonwealth for their contributions to their communities.

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