Learning at UMass Lowell Online

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Learning at UMass Lowell Online

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Take a Course or Complete Your Entire Program Online

UMass Lowell offers one of New England's largest selections of online undergraduate and graduate courses, certificates and degree programs. You'll learn from full-time faculty who are experts in their fields and adjunct faculty who bring real-world experience to class discussions.

Our high-quality, flexible and affordable online programs enable you to earn the same degree online that you would receive if you came to campus.

UMass Lowell's Online Programs Consistently Receive National Recognition for Quality and Affordability

Best Bachelors US News and World Report Award
Best Online Bachelor's in Greater Boston
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Winner of the National Online Learning Consortium Excellence Award for Outstanding Online Teaching & Learning Program
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Top-Ranked by The Princeton Review

Current Online Students

Success Story

"The flexibility of online courses made the most sense for my busy life. At first, I was nervous about going to school online, but it turned out to be great. The professors are really supportive. The program has already helped me in my career. I was able to get a new job in my field because the hiring manager saw that I was pursuing my bachelor's degree at UMass Lowell."

Soleidi Aragones, Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
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Soleidi Aragones

UMass Lowell's Career Advancement Advantages

UMass Lowell's programs are highly regarded for delivering exceptional outcomes and a great return on investment. As a public institution, our tuition is typically half the price of private universities, while studies show that our graduates enjoy the highest starting salaries, and mid-career salaries, among all public universities in the state. The success of our alumni is frequently noted in the annual rankings of U.S. News & World Report, Fortune, and The Wall Street Journal, each of which has recognized UMass Lowell as a great value based on student outcomes.