The School of Graduate Studies connects the research excellence of UMass Lowell to our doctoral and master's students and provides enhanced graduate services and professional development support.

The mission of the Graduate School is to recruit and support Ph.D. students and on-campus, research-based master's students and postdoctoral research associates at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. The Graduate School is focused on elevating the university's research profile by attracting high-caliber students, providing robust academic and professional development, and fostering faculty collaboration in research efforts.

Graduate Studies at UMass Lowell

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Academics

UMass Lowell offers 42 master's programs, 36 doctoral degrees and more than 100 graduate certificates. Find a graduate program.
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Admissions

UMass Lowell offers flexible, high quality and affordable graduate programs that support skill development and career advancement. See how to apply.
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Costs & Funding

UMass Lowell's commitment to affordability includes tuition and fees that total about one half of those at comparable private institutions, as well as a wide range of paid internships. Check out our costs and aid.
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Research

UMass Lowell offers collaborations with world-class faculty, the potential to turn research into products and bring them to market, and paid experiences with university, business and industry leaders. Learn more about research.
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Student Support

The Graduate Student Services Office staff is committed to supporting all graduate students during your academic career at UMass Lowell, and are here to help guide you through a successful semester.
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Location

Lowell is a vibrant center of culture, creativity, cuisine and history. The birthplace of the Industrial Revolution in America today enjoys a diverse population, flourishing arts scene and dynamic innovation economy. Learn more about living and working in Lowell.
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    Assoc. Prof. Kelsey Mangano of Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences in the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences received a $900,000 grant from Harnessing Emerging Research Opportunities to Empower Soldiers (HEROES), a joint research and development initiative of UMass Lowell and the United States Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM), to study the natural production of omega-3s.
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