Registering for Classes & Paying Your Bills

Registering for Classes

The simple thing to remember is that it does not matter if you are an entering freshman, transfer student or international student – you can only register for classes if you have attended assessment and orientation. The sooner you go through the two day assessment and orientation program, the sooner you can register for your classes. Orientation includes a three-hour skills assessment session, some great information from students, staff, and faculty, and then the Advising and Registration session where you can sign up for courses.

• It's simple to complete your assessment and orientation process so you can register for classes. Simply sign up for an assessment time at www.uac.umb.edu/assesstest.html and show up to campus on the selected date and time.

Paying your Bill

The Bursar's Office will send you your bill. They have prepared a list of the most frequently asked questions about the tuition bill. The most important thing to remember is that new students do not receive their bill until after the designated add/drop period. However, even if you receive permission to register after the add/drop period ends, you will be required to pay a late registration fee. So, don't wait until the last minute to sign up for orientation, or to register for classes.

• Do you know what the cost is to attend UMass Boston? Find out!
• You can make payments with VISA, Discover and MasterCard. Payments must be made via fax at 617.287.3923, by mail, or in person at the Bursar's Office. Check the website for business hours.
• The University does not offer time payment or deferment plans other than what is offered through Academic Management Services (AMS). To contact AMS please call 1.800.635.0120 or log on to: www.tuitionpay.com.
• If you are late paying your bill, you will be assessed a late fee. If you anticipate problems fulfilling your financial responsibility, contact the bursar's office as soon as possible at 617.287.5350.