Nov 27, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
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2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Admission Requirements

In addition to the criteria below, applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements .

  • Official GMAT or GRE scores.
  • Essay (Students may write their essay using either the standard essay prompt in the online application or the one below.)
    • Part 1 (up to 300 words): Why are you interested in attending graduate school at UMass Boston?
    • Part 2 (approx. 1,200 words): State a current issue, problem or topic from your intended field of study (This can be specific to your country, state or local community) and discuss your strategic plan as to how you would address the issue and how attending graduate school at UMass Boston will aid you in your pursuits.