The University of Massachusetts Boston provides a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology through its College of Liberal Arts. This program lasts for four years and is designed to give students a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles and practices. The tuition fees for the BS in Psychology program are USD 37,174. To gain admission to this program, students must demonstrate their English language skills. UMass Boston accepts several tests to prove English proficiency, including IELTS, TOEFL, and Duolingo.

12th Grade

Students must have completed their 12th-grade examination. They should have taken college-preparatory courses during high school, including English, Math (Algebra I & II, and Geometry or Trigonometry), Science (with at least three lab courses), Social Sciences (including one course in U.S. history), a Foreign Language (in one language), and Electives from the above subjects or from the arts, humanities, or computer sciences.

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Application Process for University of Massachusetts Boston

Step One: Prepare Documents for Application

Gather the necessary documents to complete your application. This includes:

• Letter of Recommendation (LOR): Obtain an academic recommendation letter from a school counselor or teacher.
• Essays: Write a personal essay of about 500 words. Choose one of the following topics:
• Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you.
• Discuss personal, local, national, or international issues that are important to you.
• Identify a person who has significantly influenced you and describe that influence.
• Describe a character from fiction, a historical figure, or a creative work (like art, music, or science) that has influenced you, and explain how.
• Share an experience that shows what you can bring to the diversity of a college community or a moment that highlighted the importance of diversity to you.
• Choose a topic of your own.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

Submit the following additional documents:

• An official high school record, leaving certificate, and/or graduation examination results or notarized copies of these documents.
• Translate all documents in foreign languages through a certified professional.
• Proof of English language proficiency.

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application process by visiting the Common Application website.

Step Four: Application Fees

The application fee for this course is USD 60 (approximately INR 5.06 thousand). The university offers an installment plan for tuition fees, allowing students to pay in easy monthly installments each semester. Students can choose to pay in 3 or 4 monthly installments. Note that there is a one-time, non-refundable enrollment fee charged each semester.

Step Five: Application Deadlines

Be aware of the following application deadlines:

• Spring (January): December 1
• Fall (September): July 1

*The dates provided are tentative based on previous years. For the most accurate deadline, consult with an expert counselor.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"