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Acceptance Rate History
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
MA · Current rate: 58%
CDS · IPEDSU.S. Dept. of Education
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 57.77% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 63.52% | 45,451 | 28,871 |
| 2021 | 65.53% | 42,540 | 27,877 |
| 2020 | 65.32% | 40,315 | 26,335 |
| 2019 | 63.8% | 42,157 | 26,895 |
| 2018 | 59.92% | 41,690 | 24,981 |
| 2017 | 57.58% | 42,043 | 24,208 |
| 2016 | 59.68% | 40,822 | 24,364 |
| 2015 | 58.32% | 40,130 | 23,403 |
| 2014 | 61.39% | 37,296 | 22,895 |
| 2013 | 62.94% | 36,012 | 22,665 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Trend Analysis
University of Massachusetts-Amherst's acceptance rate has decreased from 62.9% in 2013 to 57.8% in 2026, reflecting increased selectivity. The most notable shift occurred in 2026.
Analysis generated based on official data trends.
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