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Tuition and Fees
As the only public university in Boston, the University of Massachusetts Boston represents excellence in teaching and research—at an incredible value.
And more and more students are realizing this. They come to UMass Boston from near and far, seeking great life-changing experiences in America’s premier college town. And you’ll discover them too—uncovering your own excellence along the way.
Compare the average tuition and fees total of UMass Boston to some other universities in Boston (2008-2009)*:
| UMass Boston (MA resident) | $12,020 | |
| UMass Boston (non-resident) | $24, 200 | |
| Suffolk University | $25, 850 | |
| Northeastern University | $33, 320 | |
| Boston University | $36, 540 | |
| Tufts University | $37,952 |
*Room and board costs not included in rates. All rates are approximate and based on fulltime status.
Get a breakdown of UMass Boston tuition and fees here.