UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AMHERST COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES

The College of Natural Sciences at UMass Amherst is a vibrant and respected institution dedicated to excellence in research and education across a broad range of scientific disciplines. Here's a summary of its key characteristics:

Mission and Values:

• Student-centered: CNS prioritizes student-driven, inquiry-based learning through laboratories, classrooms, and research opportunities.
• Interdisciplinarity: Encourages collaboration across different scientific disciplines to tackle complex challenges.
• Research excellence: Fosters cutting-edge research in life, environmental, computational, and physical sciences.
• Impactful contributions: Aims to address real-world issues through research and innovation.
• Personalized support: Provides students with academic guidance and resources to ensure their success.

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• #67 in National Universities (tie) by U.S. News & World Report (2024)
• #245 in QS World University Rankings (tie) (2024)
• #160 in Best Global Universities by U.S. News & World Report (2023)

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English proficiency is required from all students, the students can take TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Following are the approximate test requirements

Students may require to take certain standardised tests for specific courses. SAT may be required to apply to Bachelors, GRE for Masters, and GRE and GMAT for MBA. Check the specific program websites for requirements or talk to our admission counselors for free

Minimum GPA requirement is 2.5, But certain programs may have higher requirements

Academics:

• Programs: Offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in 16 disciplines across life, environmental, computational, and physical sciences.
• Research: Conducts interdisciplinary research in areas like energy, medicine, environmental sustainability, materials science, and food science.
• Focus: Emphasizes student-driven, inquiry-based learning through laboratory and classroom experiences.
• Preparation: Prepares students for careers in research, medicine, industry, agriculture, and graduate studies.

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The University of Massachusetts Amherst offers various on-campus and off-campus housing options for students, including specific options for those in the College of Natural Sciences (CNS). 

On-Campus Housing:

• First-Year Residence Halls: All first-year students are required to live on campus, with exceptions for married students, veterans, members of certain fraternities/sororities, and students living within a 40-mile radius. These halls offer a supportive community and easy access to resources.
• Upperclassmen Housing: Upperclassmen have various on-campus housing options, including residence halls, apartments, and suite-style living. Some halls offer specific living-learning communities for students in certain majors or with shared interests.
• Stockbridge School of Agriculture Housing: Students in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture have dedicated residence halls and apartments that foster a close-knit community and provide access to resources specific to their needs.

Off-Campus Housing:

Students are allowed to live off-campus with permission, and the university provides resources and support to help them find suitable housing. The College of Natural Sciences also has partnerships with some off-campus housing providers.

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