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University Programs
Your direct pathway to
UNIVERSITY OF
MASSACHUSETTS
BOSTON
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Boston, Massachusetts USA
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE
WHY CHOOSE
NAVITAS AT
UMASS BOSTON?
NAVITAS AT UMASS BOSTON Your direct pathway to UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS BOSTON 2012
• Boston is a vibrant, thriving city
and the destination of choice for
over 250,000 university and college
students from all over the world.
• The Boston area offers a wide
variety of outdoor activities,
as well as world-class museums,
exhibitions, performances, sporting
events, and festivals.
• UMass Boston is Boston’s only
public university and its research
and public-service programs
advance knowledge and improve the
lives of people throughout the world.
• The UMass Boston campus
is close to the downtown area,
offering exquisite views of the
city and Boston Harbor.
• Navitas at UMass Boston offers

high-quality educational programs
in a supportive environment, with
the added flexibility of three intakes
each year.
Read on to find out more about
studying in Boston, Massachusetts.
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YOUR PATHWAY
TO SUCCESS
Welcome to Navitas at UMass Boston, your direct pathway to the University
of Massachusetts Boston. The Navitas Group is an internationally recognized
education provider with the knowledge and resources of staff in more than
50 different colleges and campuses worldwide.
Navitas offers university-level programs that will prepare you for a smooth
transition to your degree at UMass Boston. Navitas pathway programs,
which attract students from over 50 countries, are designed and taught
by university instructors, enabling you to meet the demands of higher
education in the United States.
We provide a dynamic and supportive environment, with smaller class sizes and
additional contact hours to those typically offered at university. This teaching
model has resulted in high success rates for our students. We look forward to
welcoming you at UMass Boston, which is nationally recognized as a model of
excellence for urban universities.
Message from the Provost
and Vice-Chancellor for
Academic Affairs
I am pleased to welcome Navitas students to
the University of Massachusetts Boston, the
public research university located in one of
the most renowned university cities in the

world. We pride ourselves on the diversity
of our students, faculty and staff, and the
rich educational environment that is fostered
by this mix.
The university enrolls more than 15,000
students in over 150 undergraduate and
graduate programs in liberal arts, science,
management, nursing, education, public
service, and policy studies. With a focus
on interdisciplinary research and the global
environment, the university also gives students
opportunities to study and engage in research
with leading scholars in a setting that
encourages close student–faculty interaction.
The university is located on a beautiful
oceanfront peninsula that offers exquisite
views of Boston Harbor, the skyline of the
city of Boston, and the Boston Harbor Islands
National Park. Our students and faculty are
a vital part of the city, engaged in the
community and linking local issues with
international perspectives and activities.
I am sure that you will find the University
of Massachusetts Boston an exciting and
stimulating place of study. I am pleased to
welcome you to our campus community and
I wish you a successful and enjoyable
academic career.
Dr Winston Langley
Provost and Vice-Chancellor

for Academic Affairs
University of Massachusetts Boston
OVERVIEW
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Boston: Welcome to Bean Town
A forward-looking town with an eye on the past,
Boston combines the charm of a New England
harbor town with the conveniences and mindset
of a bustling, modern metropolis.
Each year, Boston attracts over 18
million visitors from around the world.
This vibrant, thriving city is renowned
for its cultural facilities, world-class
educational institutions, champion
sports franchises, and its place at the
very forefront of American history. Tourism
is one of the New England region’s largest
industries, and, as the region’s social and
commercial hub, Boston has a great deal
to offer. It is also the destination of choice
for over 250,000 university and college

students from all over the world.
Boston is recognized as one of the most
entrepreneurial cities in the world with
a diverse range of start-up companies.
It is also the home of the renowned
professional basketball team (the Boston
Celtics), baseball team (the Boston Red
Sox), hockey team (the Boston Bruins),
and soccer team (New England
Revolution). And with its convenient
public transportation system, Boston is an
easy city to get around. It’s also the ideal
starting point for exploring the region.
Boston’s seasons
Boston experiences four distinct seasons.
It has warm summers with average
temperature of 77°F (25°C), and moderately
cold winters with an average temperature
of 32°F (0°C).
Spring, summer and early fall are the
most temperate seasons. Freezing
temperatures can be common from
late October until the end of March.
Things to see and do
In Boston, it can take as little as half
an hour to escape metropolitan life
and enjoy a range of outdoor activities —
from kayaking, water rafting, sailing, skiing,
snowboarding and skydiving to hiking,
rock climbing, horse riding, biking and

whale watching.
You can also visit our world-class
museums, exhibitions, performances,
sporting events, and festivals. Boston is
a wonderful blend of stylish sophistication
and historic New England charm, allowing
you to uncover the city’s past while
enjoying its distinctively modern edge.
While you are in Boston, we recommend you:
• take a tour of Boston on board an
authentic, renovated World War II
amphibious landing vehicle with
Boston Duck Tours
• discover Boston’s history at the
Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
• take the Freedom Trail,
Boston’s two-and-a-half
mile walk through history
• relive the Kennedy era at the
John F Kennedy Library and Museum,
where you can watch a short film and
explore a series of fascinating exhibits
• shop at Quincy Market at Fanueil Hall
in downtown Boston, and enjoy the
variety of shops, carts, and kiosks
• catch a baseball game at Fenway Park,
the oldest Major League baseball park
in the United States
• visit Boston Common, the country’s
oldest park (founded in 1640),

and mingle with cyclists, musical
performers, protestors, skaters, and
other people out enjoying the day
• have dinner in the North End,
Boston’s oldest Italian neighborhood,
famous for its wonderful restaurants
and historic sights
• visit Beacon Hill, the renowned Boston
Brahmin neighborhood of red brick
sidewalks, cobblestone streets,
elegant townhouses and gas
street lamps
• catch a Boston Pops concert in
summer at the Hatch Shell, which is
on the Charles River Esplanade — a
popular path for bladers, bicyclists,
joggers, and walkers
• see the John Hancock Tower,
the tallest building in New England
• marvel at the views from
The Prudential Center Skywalk
Observatory — the only observatory in
New England, offering a breathtaking
360-degree panoramic view of the
greater Boston area and beyond
• shop at Newbury street — Boston’s
ultra-chic shopping address — which
mixes elegant boutiques with funky
salons and trendy galleries
• taste delicious traditional

Chinese food in Boston’s
Chinatown, one of America’s
largest Chinese neighborhoods
• take in the views of Boston Harbor
at Christopher Columbus Park
• enjoy Boston Harbor by taking
a whale-watching tour, visiting
the aquarium, or taking the ferry
to Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket,
or Cape Cod
To find out more about what Boston
has to offer, visit bostonusa.com.
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State Massachusetts
Population 617,594 (US Census
Bureau 2010)
Currency US Dollar
(US$/USD)
Time zone Eastern
Standard Time
(UTC/GMT –5 hours)
Electricity 120V
BOSTON
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UMass Boston
UMass Boston is located on Columbia Point Peninsula,
close to the downtown area of the exciting and
cosmopolitan city of Boston. The campus shares a
picturesque peninsula with the John F Kennedy Presidential

Library and Museum, and offers exquisite views of the city
and Boston Harbor.
UMass Boston is a land-grant research
university offering students a high-quality
education that is also affordable and
accessible. Research and public-service
programs aim to advance knowledge and
improve the lives of people throughout
the world.
Some of the priorities for UMass Boston
are to:
• integrate and expand international
opportunities for students
• support and encourage links with
research and teaching institutions
around the world
• promote innovative programs that
enrich learning, cultural knowledge
and experience
UMass Boston offers 46+ undergraduate
degrees and many undergraduate certificate
programs, 62 master’s degrees and graduate
certificate programs as well as 14 doctoral
programs. It also has over 35 programs for
international cultural experiences through its
six discipline-based colleges, the John W
McCormack Graduate School of Policy
and Global Studies, and University College
(formerly known as Continuing Education)
offering courses and ESL for students.

In 2010–11, the five campuses making
up the UMass system were ranked 56
worldwide in The Times Higher Education
World University Rankings
(timeshighereducation.co.uk).
UMass Boston:
• is part of the reputable University
of Massachusetts System
• is Boston’s only public university
• has an academic history spanning
over 150 years
• is a research university with
a teaching soul
• has a diverse student population
For more information about UMass Boston,
visit umb.edu.
"The best things about
studying at UMass Boston
are the small classes and
the diverse student body.
The people here are
wonderful and I've made
friends with students
from different countries.
The instructors
are incredibly
helpful and
supportive
."
Naila Farhana, Indonesia Management

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UMass Boston: the Navitas advantage
Navitas USA offers a University Pathway Program (UPP) at
UMass Boston. By choosing this program, you will gain the
knowledge and skills to be able to successfully complete a
degree in the United States. From the day you enroll in this
program, you will be a UMass Boston student.
The UPP consists of for-credit and other
non-credit support courses, and provides an
academic and cultural bridge from your high
school experience to studying for a university
degree in the United States. Upon successful
completion of these courses, you will receive
credit towards your UMass Boston degree.
Be a UMass Boston student
from day one!
Navitas at UMass Boston students are
UMass Boston students. By being a student
of the university from day one, you will:
• receive 30 credits (up to 10 course
modules) and Year 2 standing after
completion of the University Pathway
Program (UPP)
• receive your official letter of offer and
visa sponsorship (I-20) directly from
UMass Boston
• receive a packaged English + Academic
visa that lasts for the entire duration of
study (up to five years)

• not need to re-apply to the university or
transfer your visa when you enter Year 2
• be eligible to work off-campus for
academic credit (CPT)
• be eligible to work full time up to
one year in the United States after
completion of studies (OPT)
• get personalized attention from
professors in small classes of fewer
than 25 students
By choosing to study with Navitas at
UMass Boston, you will benefit from:
• the opportunity to study on the UMass
campus in the exciting city of Boston
• the flexibility of three intakes each year,
with the option to begin your studies in
September, January or May
• great value for money, with our
competitively priced tuition fees
• comprehensive student support,
covering all aspects of your academic
and non-academic life
• the highest standards of
teaching — delivered by fully
qualified university instructors
• academic programs that are quality
assured by UMass Boston
• an extensive range of majors to choose
from in the fields of Management,
Science & Mathematics and Liberal Arts

• access to state-of-the-art university
facilities and services including libraries,
computer laboratories, recreational
facilities, and health and career services
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OVERVIEW
Pre-University University Level

Secondary School UMass BostonNavitas at UMass Boston
UPP
Year 12 or equivalent
Year 1 (Freshman)
Year 2 (Sophomore)
Year 4 (Senior)
Year 3 (Junior)
Progression to second year university is dependent upon successful completion of the UPP.
YOUR BACHELOR DEGREE
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Your pathway to UMass Boston
The Navitas at UMass Boston UPP offers an alternative
pathway to UMass Boston for international students who
may not qualify for direct entry to a UMass undergraduate
degree and who seek a supportive study environment.
The UPP is equivalent to the first year of a UMass Boston
bachelor’s degree program. Courses within the UPP are
predominantly UMass Boston first-year degree courses,
and are taught by UMass Boston instructors.
Upon successful completion of the UPP
you will receive full credit towards selected
undergraduate degree programs. This credit is

applied to your degree, allowing you to move
directly into the second year of your chosen
degree program.
Name of
program
Type of
program
Academic entry
requirement
*
Program details
†
UPP English
Intensive
English program
400 – 500 TOEFL
Completion of Year
12 with a GPA of 2.0
(or its equivalent)
This is a 15-week (one semester) Academic English language program.
Depending on English entry level, students take one to two semesters
of full time English before progressing to Mixed English or UPP.
UPP (Mixed
English option)
Academic English
and first-year
university courses
500/173/59 TOEFL
Completion of Year
12 or its equivalent

with a GPA of 2.0
This program combines UPP courses and English language studies. In the
first semester, you will take two academic courses plus 15 hours per week of
Academic English studies, provided through UMass Boston University College.
UPP
First-year
university courses
525/196/69 TOEFL
Completion of Year
12 or its equivalent
with a GPA of 2.0
This program is equivalent to the first year of selected degree programs
at UMass Boston. To progress to the second year of your degree, during
the UPP you must complete 10 courses equal to a minimum of 30 credit
hours and achieve good academic standing. These courses are usually
completed within three semesters (one year).
* See page 16 for equivalent academic entry requirements for different countries. † See page 14 for English language entry requirements.
Pathways to a UMass Boston degree
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UPP: College of Liberal Arts
This program is equivalent to the first year of a UMass
Boston Bachelor of Arts degree. It provides the foundation
for further study in many aspects of the humanities, fine
arts, and social sciences. By undertaking the UPP, you will
have the opportunity to explore areas that interest you and
choose a suitable major when you progress to the second
year of the Bachelor of Arts.
Your Liberal Arts education will help

you develop skills that will be invaluable
throughout your career. As well as
developing the confidence to find creative
solutions to problems, you will learn how to:
• communicate effectively, both verbally
and in writing
• adapt to new situations quickly
• analyze information
• interact with a wide variety of people
For more information about the
UMass Boston College of Liberal Arts,
visit umb.edu/academics/cla.
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University Pathway Program
Intakes
September, January and May
Duration
Three semesters (one calendar year)
Sample course list*
• AMST 101: American Popular Culture (Credits: 3)
• ANTH 112G: First Year Seminar: Understanding Human Behavior (Credits: 4)
• ECON 101: Introduction to Microeconomics (Credits: 3)
• ECON 102: Introduction to Macroeconomics (Credits: 3)
• EEOS 101: The Global Environment (Credits: 3)
• ENGL 101: Freshman English I (Credits: 3)
• ENGL 102: Freshman English II (Credits: 3)
• ESL 100D: Academic Writing II (Credits: 4)
• HIST 266: American History since 1877 (Credits: 3)
• MATH 115: College Algebra (Credits: 3)
• MATH 129: Pre-Calculus for Management and Social Sciences (Credits: 3)

• MSIS 110: Introduction to Computers and Information Systems (Credits: 3)
• MSIS 111: Managerial Statistics (Credits: 3)
• MUSIC 115: World Music (Credits: 3)
• PHIL 108: Moral and Social Problems (Credits: 3)
• SEMINR 126G: First Year Seminar: Aging and Wisdom (Credits: 4)
• SOCIOL 101: Introduction to Sociology (Credits: 3)
• UNI 101: Integrated Skills (Navitas Support Course)
Program fee: US$23,900
(plus US$4,000 per semester for the Mixed English option)
Second year of your UMass
Boston Bachelor of Arts
†

Available majors:
• Africana Studies
• American Studies
• Anthropology
• Archaeology and History
• Art
• Asian Studies
• Classical Languages
• Classical Studies
• Criminal Justice
• Economics
• English
• Ethics and Social and
Political Philosophy
• French
• History
• Italian

• Music
• Philosophy
• Philosophy and Public Policy
• Political Science
• Psychology (BA)
• Psychology (BS)
• Psychology and Sociology
• Sociology
• Spanish
• Theatre Arts
• Women’s Studies
Potential career paths
Advocacy; clinical and social
psychology; communication;
counseling and human services;
criminal justice; curating; directing;
economics; education; federal,
state and local government; foreign
service; forensics; journalism; law
enforcement/legal services; linguistics;
medicine; politics; public health; public
policy; public relations; theatre.
* Please note: course offerings may change without notice.
† To guarantee progression in any of these programs, you must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours (10 course modules) and maintain good academic standing
upon completion of the UPP.
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UPP: College of Management and
College of Science and Mathematics
This program is equivalent to the first year of a UMass

Boston Bachelor of Science in Management or Bachelor
of Science in Information Technology degree. It provides
the foundation for further study in many aspects of
Management and Information Technology.
By undertaking the UPP, you will have
the opportunity to explore areas that
interest you and choose a suitable major
when you progress to the second year
of the Bachelor of Science in Management
or Information Technology.
Your management education will help
you develop skills that will be invaluable
throughout your career. You will be able to:
• develop competent business writing
and oral communication skills
• cultivate a professional demeanor
• understand and integrate
key business components
• develop critical thinking
and analytical skills
• appreciate the impact of diversity,
as well as regional and global issues
• contribute productively
to a team or organization
• define and defend your
own ethical compass
• demonstrate computer proficiency
For more information about
the College of Management,
visit umb.edu/academics/cm.

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Second year UMass Boston
Bachelor of Science in
Management
†
majoring in:
• Accounting
• Finance
• Information Technology —
a joint major with Science and
Mathematics (BS IT)
• International Management
• Management
• Management Information Systems
• Marketing
• Supply Chain and Management
Second year UMass Boston
Bachelor of Science/Arts
in Science and Mathematics
†

majoring in:
• Computer Science
• Environmental, Earth and
Ocean Sciences
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Select majors
‡
Second year of your UMass

Boston Bachelor of Science
in Information Technology
majoring in:
• Information Technology
Potential career paths
Accounting; account management;
advertising; architecture; banking;
brand management; engineering;
financial planning; information
technology; insurance; internal
revenue; international business;
investment banking; Java/net
development; public relations;
sales; taxation.
Potential career paths
Computer programming; computer
systems analysis; computer systems
designer; database administration and
design; mathematics; physics; science;
teaching; technical specializations.
Potential career paths
Computer systems analysis; database
administration; IT consulting;
software engineering; network
administration; network security
analysis; system administration.
* Please note: course offerings may change without notice.
† To guarantee progression in any of these programs, you must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours
(10 course modules) and maintain good academic standing upon completion of the UPP.
‡ Some majors will only be available at certain times of the year and then only if there are enough

students enrolled.
University Pathway Program
Intakes
September, January and May
Duration
Three semesters (one calendar year)
Sample course list*
• AMST 101: American Popular
Culture (Credits: 3)
• ANTH 112G: First Year Seminar:
Understanding Human Behavior
(Credits: 4)
• ECON 101: Introduction to
Microeconomics (Credits: 3)
• ECON 102: Introduction to
Macroeconomics (Credits: 3)
• EEOS 101: The Global
Environment (Credits: 3)
• ENGL 101: Freshman English I
(Credits: 3)
• ENGL 102: Freshman English II
(Credits: 3)
• ESL 100D: Academic Writing II
(Credits: 4)
• HIST 266: American History
since 1877 (Credits: 3)
• MATH 115: College Algebra
(Credits: 3)
• MATH 129: Pre-Calculus for
Management and Social

Sciences (Credits: 3)
• MSIS 110: Introduction to
Computers and Information
Systems (Credits: 3)
• MSIS 111: Managerial Statistics
(Credits: 3)
• MUSIC 115: World Music
(Credits: 3)
• PHIL 108: Moral and Social
Problems (Credits: 3)
• SEMINR 126G: First Year Seminar:
Aging and Wisdom (Credits: 4)
• SOCIOL 101: Introduction to
Sociology (Credits: 3)
• UNI 101: Integrated Skills
(Navitas Support Course)
Program fee: US$23,900
(plus US$4,000
per semester for the
Mixed English option)
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Your English language preparation
If you do not meet the minimum English language
requirement for the UPP or the UPP Mixed English option,
you can enroll in a preparation course at UMass Boston’s
University College. The University Preparation English
Program is designed to help you improve your language
proficiency before you begin your studies with Navitas at
UMass Boston.

Intensive English Program
This full-time course is provided by UMass
Boston for students who do not have the
required English proficiency test scores to
enter directly into the UPP Mixed program.
Course work includes intensive practice in
the basic language skills of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. The
learning process is enhanced through
assigned readings and exercises, as well
as oral presentation and writing projects.
Computer lab time is scheduled, and you
will receive basic instruction in
research and creating presentations
for academic purposes.
The University Preparation English Program
combines intensive English study with
courses to prepare you for college or
university studies in the United States.
Classes take place Monday through Friday
between 8.00am and 4.00pm, for a total
of 20–24 hours per week.
This integrated program focuses on
instruction in university study skills,
academic writing, and content-based
course work typical of a United States
university classroom. Computer lab time
is scheduled, and you will receive
basic instruction in research and
creating presentations.

For more information about entry
requirements and tuition fees, or to
download an application form, visit
umb.navitas.com.
Admissions requirements
Navitas at UMass Boston regularly reviews
English language and academic entry
requirements. Any changes will be listed at
umb.navitas.com. This information is correct
at time of printing.
University Preparation
English Program
Intakes
September, January and May
Duration
Minimum one semester
Program fee: US$5,000
per semester
English language entry requirements
Direct entry
If you have achieved one of the English
test results in the table below, and meet the
relevant academic requirement for your
country, you will be eligible for direct entry
into the UPP.
Mixed English entry
If your English test scores meet the
requirements for the Mixed English
Program you may begin the UPP with
the addition of Academic English studies

in your first semester. Note that if you need
to do Academic English full time, this will
extend the overall length of your program.
English language
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IELTS
5.5 with no band lower than 5.0
5.0 with no band lower than 4.5
<5.0
TOEFL Computer/paper/iBT
196/525/69
173/500/59
<173/<500/<59
Pearson English test
50
46
–
EIKEN
Eiken Pre-1
Eiken 2A
EIKEN 2 or lower
GCE ‘O’ levels
C
D
<D
15
Your investment
Navitas at UMass Boston tuition fees are very
competitively priced to give you an affordable
education that provides the maximum return

on your educational investment.
Fees and charges for the 2012 academic year*
Program  Total program fee (US$)
Intensive English Program* Per semester $5,000
UPP Three semesters $23,900
UPP Mixed English option* Per semester $4,000
(plus additional costs of UPP program)
Other fees and charges
Administration fee One time
$250
International student fee Per semester $100
Health insurance (mandatory) Per year $1,692
Other mandatory fees (new student fee, ID fee) One time $595
* The Intensive English program and Mixed English component of the UPP are delivered through UMass Boston University College. Fees and charges are subject to
change without notice. Actual program costs may be higher or lower depending on specific course choices. The fees and charges listed above do not include
accommodation or meals.
Program fees include:
• full tuition and orientation program
• access to UMass Boston facilities
(campus center, library, athletic
center, computers, etc)
• participation in UMass Boston
students clubs and associations
• academic advising and support
services offered through Navitas as
well as UMass Boston academic and
career advising, housing, international
student advising, IT services and
other services available to all
students on campus

• twenty-four hour access to
on-campus security department
• access to UMass Boston health
services (additional fees may apply)
Health insurance
In accordance with the State of
Massachusetts Qualifying Student
Health Insurance Program, all Navitas
USA students must carry health insurance.
Therefore, if you do not have health
insurance under another plan with
comparable (equal or better) coverage,
you must join the UMass Boston Student
Health Insurance Plan.
Please note: The following items do not
meet the state’s criteria for comparable
insurance coverage:
• foreign (international)
health insurance
• Uncompensated Care Pool (free care)
Additional costs
In addition to your tuition and other fees,
you will need approximately US$12,000
to US$15,000 to meet your living expenses
each year. Typical expenses include
accommodation, meals, books, stationery,
transportation, utilities, telecommunications,
recreation, and entertainment. These
will vary according to your individual
requirements. Please remember that

living in the metropolitan area might make
it tempting for you to spend more, so you
should plan your expenses according to
your budget.
Academic calendar
Year Intake  Semester starts Semester ends
2012
January 17 January 23 January 18 May
2012
May 21 May 28 May 24 August
2012
September 30 August 4 September 21 December
2013
January January 21 January 10 May
Note: Semester dates are subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date listings, visit umb.navitas.com.
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Academic entry requirements
*

Country 
USA
Successful completion of Year 12 with GPA of 2.0
Argentina
Bachiller with a 6/10
Australia
Year 12 with a C or 50% average or higher
Bahrain
Tawjahiya Secondary School Certificate with a 50% average or higher
Bangladesh

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a 40-49.99% average
Botswana
Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education with a 2nd Class, 2nd Division or C average
Brazil
Brazilian Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Certificado de Ensino Médio) with a 5/10
Brunei
Third class honors (C) or see GCE ‘O’ Level criteria
Cambodia
Baccalauréat (Baccalaureate) with 6 or 60%
Canada
Successful completion of grade 12 with 60% average with minimum 4 academic subjects
Chile
Licencia de Educación Media (academic) with 4 or higher
China
Upper Middle School Graduation Certificate with a 70% average or higher
Colombia
Título de Bachiller 6 or higher
Ecuador
Bachiller with a 6/10
Egypt
General Secondary Education Certificate with a 50% average or pass
Fiji
Fiji School Leaving Certificate (Form 7) with a 7 average
France
Baccalauréat Général with an overall score of 10
GCE — O Level Completion with an D or 7 in a minimum 5 subjects
Ghana
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination with D average or Credit
Hong Kong
HKCEE (Form 5) — D or higher in 5 subjects

HKDSE — Minimum level 2 in 4 academic units
India
All India Senior Secondary Certificate (CSBE /CISCE) with C2 (6 pass with credit) or higher in
3 academic subjects or 35% (Pass Class) or higher
Indonesia
SMU3 with an average grade of 5 or higher in 4 academic subjects
Iran
Peesh-daneshgahii (High School Diploma) with 12 average or higher
Israel
Teudat Bagrut with 55% average or better
Japan
Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shosho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with a 3 GPA
Jordan
Tawjihi (Academic) with 60% average or better
Kazakhstan
Attestat with 3.0 GPA
Kenya
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a C or 6 average or higher
Korea, Republic of (South Korea)
Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo (High School Certificate) with a 70% average (Mi) or higher or Rank 6 or less
Kuwait
Shahadat Al-Thanawiya-Al-A’ama (Secondary School Diploma) with a 70% average or better
Laos
Baccalaureat II with a score of 10
Macau
See criteria for China, Hong Kong, Taiwan or GCE
Malaysia
SPM with C6 or higher
Mauritius
See GCE criteria

Mexico
Certificado de Bachillerato with a 6.0 average or better
Mongolia
School Leaving Certificate (Gerchilgee) with 2.0 (C) average or higher
Myanmar
Basic Education Standard Exam Diploma (Academic & Vocational) with a 3 or 40% average or higher
Nepal
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 35% (third division) or higher
Nigeria
General Certificate of Education with a Grade 4 (credit) or higher
Oman
Thanawiya Amma (General Secondary School Certificate) with 65% average or better
Pakistan
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 35% (3rd or Pass Class) average or above
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Panama
Diploma de Bachiller with a 71% or better
Peru
Bachillerato Académic with 11 or better
Philippines
High School Diploma with 75% (Grade C) or better
Qatar
Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari with 60% average or better
Russia
Certificate of [Complete] General Secondary Education with a 3.0 GPA
Saudi Arabia
Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyyat (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a 65% (Good)
average or better
Singapore

GCE O Level — 5 academic subjects with 7 or lower or GCE A Level D (pass) or higher
South Africa
Senior Certificate with Matriculation with ‘D’ average or matriculation endorsement with 50–59%
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka A Levels with S grade (Ordinary Pass) in 3 subjects or 45% and above
Sweden
Avgångsbetyg with ‘G’ grade (Godkand) in 3 subjects
Taiwan
Senior High School Graduation Certificate with a C (60%) average or higher
Tanzania
Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum E/5 average
Thailand
Matayom 6 with 60% average or higher
Turkey
Lise Diplomasi with a minimum 3 points (orta) or 60% average
UAE
Tawjihiyya (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a 70% average or higher
Uganda
Uganda Certificate of Education with a C (7,8) average or higher
Ukraine
Attestat with a Grade 4 or higher
United Kingdom
See GCE criteria
Vietnam
Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thing (Diploma of Completion of Secondary School) with a GPA of
6 or higher
West African School Certificate
Completion with a 6 or better in a minimum 5 subjects
Zambia
Zambian School Certificate Examination with 5 (Credit) or better average

Zimbabwe
See GCE criteria
Other accepted qualifications
International Baccalaureate
Completion with an overall 22 or IB Score 3.5
GCE – O & A Level
O Level — Completion with a D or 7 in a minimum of 5 subjects
A Level — Completion with passes in 2 academic subjects
* Meeting the minimum application entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Your complete application will be reviewed to determine if you qualify for
one of the Navitas pathways at UMass Boston.
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Navitas bursaries and scholarships
Navitas family bursaries
Navitas offers financial support in the form
of family bursaries. A bursary applies where
two or more students from the same family
study with a Navitas member institution.*
The first family member can be studying
with a Navitas member institution at the
same time as other family members, or
they may have previously studied with any
Navitas member institution. The bursary
is granted to the second and subsequent
family members who study with a Navitas
member institution. For the purpose of
this bursary, a family member is defined
as a husband, wife, brother, sister, mother,
father, son, daughter or stepchild.
The bursary is equivalent to 10 percent of

tuition fee for the first attempt at units or
courses in the program of study (i.e. a
certificate, diploma, University Transfer
Program (UTP), University Pathway
Program, bachelor’s degree, pre-master’s
program, postgraduate qualifying program
or master’s degree)
†
with a Navitas member
institution (excluding the Mixed English
option).
‡
This amount is credited to the
eligible student’s tuition fee account each
academic term, with the amount being
relevant to the number of units undertaken
in that term. The bursary applies to the first
program of study only undertaken at a
Navitas member institution and does not
apply to additional units or repeat units that
may also be undertaken.
A completed application must be submitted
to the Navitas institution where the second
family member is studying, together with
supporting documents such as a birth
certificate or family card.
§
Application
forms can be obtained from the Navitas
institution where the student has enrolled.

* The Navitas family bursary applies to students
studying at ACN, Curtin College, Curtin Sydney,
Curtin Singapore, CRIC, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury,
FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe
Melbourne, LIBT, Macquarie City Campus, MIBT,
MIBT Indonesia, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT, SIBT,
Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at UMass
Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas at
WKU and Navitas at UNH only.
† Certificate programs may also be known or
registered a Foundation Studies or University
Transfer Program Stage I. Diploma programs may
also be known or registered as Undergraduate
Pathway, University Transfer Program Stage II or
University Pathway Program.
‡ The Navitas bursary is not applicable to any
English language program or any component of
an English language program offered by a Navitas
member institution.
§ The supporting documentation that is required
will depend on the country where the student
is enrolled.
Navitas academic
merit scholarships
Navitas is committed to helping students
achieve their career goals by offering
scholarships to outstanding students.**
Navitas academic merit scholarships
are awarded each term by each Navitas
pathway college or managed campus.

Two students with the highest GPA in
four or more subjects or courses will
each receive a scholarship.
The scholarships cover:
• one academic term or part thereof at a
Navitas member institution (equivalent
to the tuition fees for a maximum of up
to five academic subjects or courses) for:
- a diploma, advanced diploma or
associate degree (Australia)
- UTP Stage II or associate
degree (Canada)
- UPP or IUTP (United States)
- undergraduate pathway program
(United Kingdom); or
• one semester of undergraduate study
at ACN, Curtin Sydney, Curtin Singapore
or Macquarie city campus; or
• one semester of a master’s program
at Curtin Sydney, Curtin Singapore or
Macquarie city campus.
The scholarships are applied to the tuition
for the second term of enrolment only
or the final semester of study in an
undergraduate or postgraduate program.
Students must be enrolled as a full time
student to qualify for the scholarships.
The scholarship panel from each Navitas
member institution will announce the
recipients of the Navitas academic merit

scholarships upon the completion of each
term and the release of the results. The
recipients will be notified by mail and the
successful students posted on the college
website by consent. Students are not
required to apply for the scholarship, as it is
awarded based on academic performance
and all students are eligible.
Scholarship policy
1. Two scholarships for one academic
term’s tuition are offered at all Navitas
member institutions each.
2. Where the Academic Assessment
Committee must differentiate between
equally qualified applicants, additional
factors such as educational
disadvantage, membership of a specific
equity group and/or significantly
adverse personal circumstances may
be taken into account.
3. Students are eligible to qualify for the
scholarships after successful
completion of their first term and after
commencing their second term.
4. Students can only be awarded the
scholarship once.
5. Students already in receipt of a
scholarship may not be eligible for
the Navitas scholarship.
6. Students are required to pay for any

additional courses or subjects or
courses undertaken that are over the
amount covered by the scholarship.
** Navitas academic merit scholarships are offered
to students studying at ACN, Curtin College,
Curtin Sydney, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, EIBT, EIC,
Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS,
La Trobe Melbourne, LIBT, Macquarie City Campus,
MIBT, MIBT Indonesia, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT,
SAIBT, SIBT, Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at
UMass Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell,
Navitas at WKU and Navitas at UNH only.
This information is correct as at the time of printing
and may be subject to change without notice or at
the discretion of Navitas member institutions or
Navitas Limited.
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merit scholarship program, 162 scholarships
are awarded worldwide to students
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Navitas bursaries and scholarships
Navitas family bursaries
Navitas offers financial support in the form
of family bursaries. A bursary applies where
two or more students from the same family
study with a Navitas member institution.*
The first family member can be studying
with a Navitas member institution at the

same time as other family members, or
they may have previously studied with any
Navitas member institution. The bursary
is granted to the second and subsequent
family members who study with a Navitas
member institution. For the purpose of
this bursary, a family member is defined
as a husband, wife, brother, sister, mother,
father, son, daughter or stepchild.
The bursary is equivalent to 10 percent of
tuition fee for the first attempt at units or
courses in the program of study (i.e. a
certificate, diploma, University Transfer
Program (UTP), University Pathway
Program, bachelor’s degree, pre-master’s
program, postgraduate qualifying program
or master’s degree)
†
with a Navitas member
institution (excluding the Mixed English
option).
‡
This amount is credited to the
eligible student’s tuition fee account each
academic term, with the amount being
relevant to the number of units undertaken
in that term. The bursary applies to the first
program of study only undertaken at a
Navitas member institution and does not
apply to additional units or repeat units that

may also be undertaken.
A completed application must be submitted
to the Navitas institution where the second
family member is studying, together with
supporting documents such as a birth
certificate or family card.
§
Application
forms can be obtained from the Navitas
institution where the student has enrolled.
* The Navitas family bursary applies to students
studying at ACN, Curtin College, Curtin Sydney,
Curtin Singapore, CRIC, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury,
FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe
Melbourne, LIBT, Macquarie City Campus, MIBT,
MIBT Indonesia, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT, SIBT,
Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at UMass
Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas at
WKU and Navitas at UNH only.
† Certificate programs may also be known or
registered a Foundation Studies or University
Transfer Program Stage I. Diploma programs may
also be known or registered as Undergraduate
Pathway, University Transfer Program Stage II or
University Pathway Program.
‡ The Navitas bursary is not applicable to any
English language program or any component of
an English language program offered by a Navitas
member institution.
§ The supporting documentation that is required

will depend on the country where the student
is enrolled.
Navitas academic
merit scholarships
Navitas is committed to helping students
achieve their career goals by offering
scholarships to outstanding students.**
Navitas academic merit scholarships
are awarded each term by each Navitas
pathway college or managed campus.
Two students with the highest GPA in
four or more subjects or courses will
each receive a scholarship.
The scholarships cover:
• one academic term or part thereof at a
Navitas member institution (equivalent
to the tuition fees for a maximum of up
to five academic subjects or courses) for:
- a diploma, advanced diploma or
associate degree (Australia)
- UTP Stage II or associate
degree (Canada)
- UPP or IUTP (United States)
- undergraduate pathway program
(United Kingdom); or
• one semester of undergraduate study
at ACN, Curtin Sydney, Curtin Singapore
or Macquarie city campus; or
• one semester of a master’s program
at Curtin Sydney, Curtin Singapore or

Macquarie city campus.
The scholarships are applied to the tuition
for the second term of enrolment only
or the final semester of study in an
undergraduate or postgraduate program.
Students must be enrolled as a full time
student to qualify for the scholarships.
The scholarship panel from each Navitas
member institution will announce the
recipients of the Navitas academic merit
scholarships upon the completion of each
term and the release of the results. The
recipients will be notified by mail and the
successful students posted on the college
website by consent. Students are not
required to apply for the scholarship, as it is
awarded based on academic performance
and all students are eligible.
Scholarship policy
1. Two scholarships for one academic
term’s tuition are offered at all Navitas
member institutions each.
2. Where the Academic Assessment
Committee must differentiate between
equally qualified applicants, additional
factors such as educational
disadvantage, membership of a specific
equity group and/or significantly
adverse personal circumstances may
be taken into account.

3. Students are eligible to qualify for the
scholarships after successful
completion of their first term and after
commencing their second term.
4. Students can only be awarded the
scholarship once.
5. Students already in receipt of a
scholarship may not be eligible for
the Navitas scholarship.
6. Students are required to pay for any
additional courses or subjects or
courses undertaken that are over the
amount covered by the scholarship.
** Navitas academic merit scholarships are offered
to students studying at ACN, Curtin College,
Curtin Sydney, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, EIBT, EIC,
Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS,
La Trobe Melbourne, LIBT, Macquarie City Campus,
MIBT, MIBT Indonesia, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT,
SAIBT, SIBT, Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at
UMass Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell,
Navitas at WKU and Navitas at UNH only.
This information is correct as at the time of printing
and may be subject to change without notice or at
the discretion of Navitas member institutions or
Navitas Limited.
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Your accommodation
As a student with Navitas at UMass Boston, you can
benefit from living in the metropolitan area or in one of the
city’s outlying neighborhoods. Navitas at UMass Boston
has relationships with local apartment complexes and can
help you find a safe and affordable place to live. We strongly
advise all students to make their housing arrangements
before arriving at UMass Boston.
Students under 18
Navitas at UMass Boston does not
accept students under the age of 16 years.
If you are under the age of 18 and are
applying to the Navitas at UMass Boston
programs, your parents or guardian must give
their consent by signing the application form.
You must also live in a homestay or
accommodation deemed to be suitable by
your parents and UMass Boston. All students
under 18 who come to the United States to
study and are not accompanied by a parent
or legal guardian must be cared for by a
responsible adult.
Housing partnerships
Our housing partners offer a range of special
housing arrangements like reduced rates,
provisions for deposits, and furnished units.
A range of off-campus accommodation is
also available to Navitas at UMass Boston
students, including private rentals and
shared accommodation. In addition

to UMass Boston’s housing options,
umb.edu/life_on_campus/housing,
the following online resources will provide
you comprehensive and up-to-date listings
and are the best places to start looking for
off-campus accommodation:
100 Memorial Drive: 100memorial.com
Conveniently located in Cambridge, the
100 Memorial Drive Apartments are within a
20-minute commute and located on the MIT
campus, at Charles Park and the Cambridge
Side Galleria.
Harbor Point on the Bay:
bostonapartments.com/harbor.htm
The closest housing complexes are the
Harbor Point Apartments, which are a 10
to 15-minute walk to and from campus on
the waterfront. They have beautiful views
of the Boston skyline and share the scenic
peninsula with the JFK Library and
UMass Boston.
Homestay
For many students the opportunity to stay
with an American family within the local
community offers special appeal. As a
homestay student, you will have the chance
to be a part of the family, taking part in family
activities and celebrating special occasions.
Homestays in Boston cost anywhere from
$650 to $1,000 per month and may vary

slightly, depending on the placement. All
families are within commuting distance to
UMass Boston. Your homestay arrangement
may include breakfast, lunch and dinner, and
may be upgraded upon request to include
special amenities such as internet access
or a private bathroom. Navitas at UMass
Boston’s preferred homestay providers have
been arranging housing for international
students for many years, carefully choosing
areas nearby the UMass Boston campus:
• welcometoamericahomestay.com
• athomeinboston.org
Information on accommodation
options can also be obtained from the
Navitas at UMass Boston admissions
office,
Housing and dining
UMass Boston Dining provides an exciting
and innovative dining service for the entire
UMass Boston community. The program
offers great food, good value, and a
comfortable atmosphere in which to
enjoy it all. The campus boasts a variety
of restaurants and cafes to choose from,
all conveniently located in each building.
On-campus housing and meal plans are not
available at UMass Boston. However, Navitas
at UMass Boston works with several housing
providers in the Boston area (homestay and

apartment complexes) to accommodate
students entering the Navitas at UMass
Boston program.
While Navitas at UMass Boston provides the
necessary resources and assistance to secure
housing, Navitas at UMass Boston cannot
guarantee placement. You are ultimately
responsible your own housing arrangements,
meals and other personal expenses.
For more information about housing options
offered to Navitas at UMass Boston contact
or visit
umb.navitas.com.
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Student services and campus facilities
We understand that the transition to university study can be
difficult for some students. In addition to formal academic
courses, Navitas at UMass Boston provides a variety of
support services to help you develop the skills you need to
successfully complete your program of study. As a Navitas
at UMass Boston student you will also have access to all
facilities and services on the UMass Boston campus, which
will enhance your learning experience.
Airport Pickup
Students requiring transportation upon
arrival into the United States simply need to
contact an admissions officer or request an
airport pick up on the Navitas application

form. For further information contact
Cost may
vary depending on the services requested.
Orientation
Orientation is a series of activities and
workshops just prior to the start of your first
semester that provide valuable information
and assistance to help you make a smooth
transition to UMass Boston. Attendance is
compulsory for all new students. During
orientation, we will:
• welcome you to the Navitas at
UMass Boston community
• walk you through the range of
services and facilities available
• provide you with program
information and your student ID
• take you on a tour of the UMass
Boston campus
• provide you with fun
orientation activities
• create opportunities for you to
meet new friends
• introduce you to UMass Boston staff
Study support
English skills and academic
writing support
Being able to communicate effectively and
confidently in English is essential to your
success at a United States university. In

addition to formal academic programs,
Navitas at UMass Boston offers
comprehensive support courses to improve
your skills in English grammar, critical
reading and academic writing, listening
effectively to lectures, participating in
tutorials and discussions, and note-taking.
These support courses will also help you
develop study skills in areas such as time
management and examination techniques.
Math support
Before you start your studies at UMass
Boston, you will take a math placement
assessment. You must complete secondary
school mathematics (or equivalent) at an
acceptable level for UMass Boston
mathematics courses. Navitas at UMass
Boston offers regularly scheduled math
support tutorials to ensure you have
assistance with your math studies in a
structured learning environment. This will
prepare you for the math courses included
in the academic program.
Integrated learning skills
The Navitas at UMass Boston Integrated
Learning Skills course provides you with the
skills to succeed in your university studies
in an American learning environment, as
well as the skills to acquire knowledge and
convey information to others. Aspects of

the course emphasize non-academic issues
to help you transition to the university and
community. This course is compulsory for
all direct UPP students.
Academic consultations
In addition to regularly scheduled office
hours, Navitas at UMass Boston instructors
are available for individual appointments
outside class to assist with any difficulties
you might be facing in your studies.
Counseling and guidance
Adjusting to a new environment can be
a stressful experience for some students.
Navitas at UMass Boston staff will provide
excellent personal support in your academic,
social and personal life. Students will also
have access to the medical and counseling
services at UMass Boston.
Life on campus
Recognized Student Organizations
Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs)
are clubs and organizations funded by
undergraduate fees. As an undergraduate
student, you are welcome to join any RSO
at UMass Boston, or to start a new RSO
based on a particular area of interest.
Current RSOs include:
• Anime and Magna Club
• Business and Marketing Club
• Cricket Club

• Fashion Club
• Information Technology Club
• Jazz Club
• Psychology Club
• Sailing Club
• Student Athlete Advisory Council
• country-specific student associations
For more about UMB-recognized student
organizations, visit umb.edu/life_on_
campus/student_involvement/activities/
clubs or umb.collegiatelink.net/organizations.
UMass Boston Campus Center
The Campus Center serves as the ‘living
room’ of the University — welcoming
students, faculty, staff and visitors. It has
stunning views of the Boston Harbor and
provides student services, nurtures student
life, and offers gathering spaces that build
and encourage community interaction.
The Campus Center hosts most of the social,
cultural, and recreational events on campus.
Over 100 different student clubs and
organizations meet here and plan their
activities. If you need a student ID, MBTA
pass, discount tickets, or an ATM, you’ll find
it at the Campus Center. There is also a food
court dining room and a café here.
The Campus Center houses a broad range
of academic, administrative, and campus
services that support students, faculty, staff,

and guests. You’ll find these offices and
more in the Campus Center:
• academic advising and support services
• bursar’s office
• career services
• The Bookstore
• Undergraduate and
Graduate Admissions
Beacon Fitness Center
The UMass Boston Beacon Fitness Center
is for the sole use of university students,
alumni, staff and faculty. It offers a friendly,
healthy environment for people of all
abilities to enjoy. The staff are all
professionally trained and can provide
instruction on personal fitness and
health concerns. The range of programs
on offer includes:
• free exercise program design
• group exercise classes
• orientation sessions on how to
use the facilities
• fitness assessments
For more information, visit
beaconsathletics.com/fitness/masb-
fitness.html.
Activities and leadership
The Office of Student Activities can help
you make the most of your time at UMass
Boston by advising you about opportunities

outside the classroom. If you aspire to a
student leadership position, are looking for
student employment, or want to access the
many resources and services, the Student
Activities staff can help.
Internship and co-op opportunities
Navitas at UMass Boston students who
progress to second year, earning a
minimum of 30 credits, become eligible
to participate in the Internship Program.
This provides practical hands-on learning
in your area of study or career interest.
Most of the internships are part-time and
last for one semester. Some of them can
be for-credit, and some of them are paid.
Co-ops (co-operative education assignments)
offer substantial work experience related
to your field of study.
For more information, visit careers.umb.edu.
Student leadership and
community engagement
The Office of Student Leadership and
Community Engagement focuses on
developing of students’ leadership talents.
It also provides service opportunities and
education programs to help students
become involved in civic affairs.
Honors Program
The University Honors Program offers
great opportunities for those who want

an intellectual challenge outside the major.
Enriched courses are offered through the
program, which probe more deeply into
theory or venture further into application.
This may involve bringing guest experts
to the classroom, or accessing special
resources in the Boston area.
Honors students share a common study
area, and the program sponsors special
events every semester. The program fosters
a sense of teamwork and community among
its students. Academic advising is a high
priority, and the program seeks to connect
students to opportunities for scholarships,
internships, and service activities.
Seniors who complete the program
are recognized at their College’s
Honors Convocation, and the designation
‘Honors Program Scholar’ is affixed to the
final transcripts.
For more information, visit honors.umb.edu.
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