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Thomas Nguyen (’12, CNHS) decided to transfer from another school because he wanted to change his major from computer science to exercise and health sciences.

But that’s not the only reason.

“I quickly lost interest due to the lack of human interaction within the computer science major and the other college’s high tuition,” Nguyen says. “My thoughts on another major and school rushed through me after a semester and I was hoping for something health-related. UMass Boston became my top choice because it was affordable, close to home, and has the major I want.”

Now, even though he volunteers and has three jobs, Nguyen is taking advantage of UMass Boston’s independent studies, facilities, and oceanfront location.

In the Classroom

• Exercise and Health Sciences

On Campus

• Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
• Clark Athletic Center
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  “If you want to go somewhere in the entertainment industry, the professors give you many tools.” ›
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  “UMass Boston gave me the structure and guidance to actually set up a business. Now I’m a CEO.” ›
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  “People from all over are coming to play hockey. I’ve met so many people that have shaped my life.” ›
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  “I transferred to UMass Boston because it was affordable, close to home and had the major I wanted.” ›
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  “UMass Boston’s focus on community service is going to help as I become a researcher practitioner.” ›
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  “It’s a diverse place. It’s a place that says, ‘This is you now, where do you want to be?'" ›
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  “I have access to a diverse community, affordable education, and faculty who love to teach.” ›
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  “As an athlete, what attracted me to UMass Boston was the athletics. We’re just one big family.” ›

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