Tuition and Financial Aid

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Tuition and Financial Aid

Our high-quality and affordable programs are well recognized for their lifetime return on investment. Our online tuition rates are among the lowest in the country, and on-campus tuition is about half the cost of private U.S. colleges. Additionally, we offer many opportunities to lower your cost.
Our high-quality and affordable programs are well recognized for their lifetime return on investment. Our online tuition rates are among the lowest in the country, and on-campus tuition is about half the cost of private U.S. colleges. Additionally, we offer many opportunities to lower your cost.

Faqs

Am I eligible for financial aid?

Most students are eligible for some form of financial aid. You must be admitted into an eligible program to be considered. Additionally, you must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or eligible non-citizen and have a social security number. Please see Eligibility Requirements for more information.

How do I qualify for financial aid?

To qualify for financial aid, you must complete the FASFA. Please see Applying for Financial Aid for more information.

Is financial aid available for summer courses? ?

Admitted and enrolled undergraduate students are eligible for scholarships available through our division for summer courses. For more information about summer financial aid, please see Summer Aid Frequently Asked Questions.

How does financial aid work for graduate school students?

When you apply to a graduate program at UMass Lowell, you will automatically be considered for assistantships and fellowships. Graduate students may apply for Federal Student Loans and student employment opportunities.

Do online courses cost more if I live out of state?

Online tuition is the same whether you live in Massachusetts or a different state or country. We do not charge out-of-state tuition for online courses.

I'm an admitted day student. Are online classes included in the cost of my tuition?

Day school tuition and fees do not cover courses offered through the Division of Graduate, Online & Professional Studies.