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GSSPGLOBAL STUDENTSUCCESS PROGRAMUMass BostonNavitas Global StudentSuccess ProgramUMass BostonNavitas Global StudentSuccess Program Guide2020/20211
WhyUMass Boston?The University of Massachusetts Boston is nationallyrecognized as a model of excellence for urban publicuniversities. The scenic waterfront campus, with easyaccess to downtown Boston, is located next to theJohn F. Kennedy Library and Presidential Museum, theCommonwealth Museum and Massachusetts StateArchives and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for theUnited States Senate.
104#toppublic schools16:1student tofaculty ratioU.S. News & World Report, 201916,164undergraduateand graduate students147#undergraduatebusiness programsU.S. News & World Report, 2019Tier 1business school in CEOMagazine’s 2018 GlobalMBA Rankings23# 82,988average salary for UMassBoston MBA graduatesPayscale.com, 201851#for ethnic diversityamong national universitiesbest master’s offinance programsU.S. News & World Report, 2019Times Higher Education, 201910collegesand graduate schools66#graduate programsin educationU.S. News & World Report, 20203
Boston’s only publicresearch universityRecognized for innovative research, UMass Boston offers its diverse studentpopulation both an intimate learning environment and the rich experience of a greatAmerican city.Undergraduate andgraduate researchopportunitiesUMass Boston providesstudents with the opportunityto conduct research duringtheir undergraduate andgraduate studies. More than 50interdisciplinary research institutesand centers at UMass Bostonbring faculty and students togetherto pursue research, teaching andservice on diverse topics.159best graduatebiological sciences148regionalresearch reputation#U.S. News & World Report, 2020UMass Boston’s prestigiousresearch partners include theDana-Farber/Harvard CancerCenter, IBM, Sanofi, Genzyme,New England Aquarium and theBoston Public Schools.#4U.S. News & World Report, 2020
COMPANIES RECRUITING UMASS BOSTON GRADUATESInternships and co-opsStudents interested in gaining real-world workexperience should pursue an internship or co-opduring their studies at UMass Boston. Internshipsare usually part-time with flexible hours and typicallylast one semester. Co-ops are full-time paid positionsthat are directly related to your field of study. Co-opsgenerally last for six months to a year and will offersubstantive professional work experience.Entrepreneurial Fellows ProgramAs an Entrepreneurial Fellow, you’ll be one of a selectgroup of students to join the Venture DevelopmentCenter, where you will be mentored by esteemedentrepreneurs, make valuable connections andbuild practical experience through a paid summerinternship at a top-tier startup company.Optional Practical TrainingThe U.S. government’s Optional Practical Training(OPT) program offers international graduates witha degree in a STEM discipline (science, technology,engineering or math) the opportunity to stay and workin the United States for up to three years. 92,300mid-career salaryfor UMass Boston graduatesPayscale.com, 20185
Boston:The #1 student city in the U.S.QS University Rankings, 2018A vibrant, thriving city found at the very forefront of Americanhistory, Boston has more than 50 higher educationinstitutions and is home to over 325,000 undergraduate andgraduate students from around the world.From hot to cold.and everything in betweenGetting aroundUMass Boston studentscan get discounted transitpasses and can take a freeshuttle bus to and from a majorsubway station near campus.Buses also stop right on campus.Many students also walk or biketo campus and around town.Take a train down to New YorkCity (3.5 hours), Philadelphia (5hours) or Washington D.C. (7hours) for the weekend.In the spring and summer enjoy beautifulbeaches, sailing, kayaking, hiking in themountains and cycling in the parks.BostonProvidence RIIn the fall enjoy the foliage and applepicking and in the winter enjoy iceskating, skiing and snowboarding allwithin an hour’s drive.Learn more about Boston:umbnavitasgssp.com/locations/Boston6
74,000international studentsin MassachusettsThe Boston Globe, 2018student cityin the world13#QS University Rankings, 20187
Student lifeThe best way to enhance your experience here is by getting involved! Students whoparticipate on campus have a higher success rate in their classes, make morefriends and have a better time integrating and adjusting to life in Boston.Activities and leadershipJoin one of 100 recognizedstudent organizations on campus.Current clubs, organizations andcenters include: Asian Student Center Black Student Center Business and Marketing Club CASA Latina Chinese Students &Scholars Association Desi Student Association Information Technology Club Graduate Student Assembly Khmer Culture Association Korean Student Association Queer Student Center Pakistani Students Association Russian Student Association Vietnamese Students AssociationOffice of Student ActivitiesThe Office of Student Activitiesis your one-stop shop for findingthings to do outside of theclassroom. UMass Boston NavitasGSSP students can take fulladvantage of discounted tickets tomajor events and sites of interestaround Boston.UMass Boston NavitasGSSP NavigatorsEach semester, UMass BostonNavitas GSSP seeks Navigators(student orientation leaders) toguide new students during theirfirst week at UMass Boston NavitasGSSP. Navigators attend a two-dayleadership workshop to enhancetheir leadership capabilities.8UMass Boston NavitasGSSP LEADers(Leadership, Empowerment,Advocacy, Development)Students with a high GPAand continual involvement ininternational student events mayapply to be an UMass BostonNavitas GSSP LEADer, which isa unique group of high-achievingstudents dedicated to organizingevents, presenting at orientations,training Navigators and setting anexample for other UMass Bostonstudents. UMass Boston NavitasGSSP LEADers receive a monthlytraining workshop in leadershipskills including: presentation skills,business communication methods,cross-cultural sensitivity andcommunication, presenting studentexperience on your résumé/coverletter, etc.International studenteventsUMass Boston Navitas GSSPorganizes events and activitieseach semester to help studentsget to know American culture, thecity of Boston and each other.Events are held both on and offcampus, and appeal to the manydifferent interests of our diversestudent population.Facilities andstudent servicesUMass Boston Campus CenterThe “living room” of the university,the Campus Center hosts most ofthe social, cultural and recreationalevents at the university.DiningStudents enjoy a selection ofeateries and cafés located acrosscampus, including: Campus Center Food Court Jazzman’s Café at Healey Library Beacon Café in University Hall Starbucks in the IntegratedScience Complex Dining facility in newresidential communityFitnessFree to all students, the BeaconFitness Center offers a friendly,healthy environment for everybodyfrom the beginning exerciser to thewell-conditioned athlete.Learn more about UMassBoston student life:umb.edu/campus center
AccommodationOn-campus housingThis is the recommended option for first-year,undergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSPstudents. UMass Boston’s 260,000-square-foot oncampus residence hall provides beds for first-yeardomestic and international students. The state-ofthe-art building includes fully furnished double andtriple rooms, laundry facilities, a community kitchen,study areas and a dining hall.Housing is not guaranteed for all first year studentsand there are a limited number of rooms available.For an additional fee, students can live in thedormitory during the summer. In order for yourapplication to be reviewed a deposit of US 300 isrequired. For more information and to apply, pleaseemail studentsuccess@UMBnavitasGSSP.com.Housing is from September to May, but summerhousing may be available to new students on acase-by-case basis.apartments is a short walk to class, the subway,and only minutes to downtown Boston. There is nofurniture in Peninsula apartments.Harbor Point apartmentsAcross the street from UMass Boston, Harbor Pointon the Bay is the most affordable option closeto campus. There is no furniture in Harbor Pointapartments. For more information or to apply, pleasecontact studentsuccess@UMBNavitasGSSP.com.Finding roommatesFor students wishing to stay at Harbor Point,UMass Boston Navitas GSSP staff is happy to helparrange roommates, depending on the selectedaccommodation option. UMass Boston NavitasGSSP can place up to two students in a onebedroom apartment, or up to four students in atwo-bedroom apartment.Furnishing your apartmentOff-campus housingHomestayHomestays provide international students withcomfortable housing with an American family at anaffordable price. Locations are always in safe urbanand suburban neighborhoods in and around Boston.ApartmentsPeninsula apartmentsA high-end, cozy apartment home convenientlylocated directly opposite from campus—PeninsulaIt is rare to find an apartment in Boston that isalready furnished, so students should prepare tobuy or rent furniture upon arrival. There are severalstores near UMass Boston where students canpurchase affordable furnishings.Airport pick-upStudents requiring transportation assistance from theBoston airport to their new homes must submit onlinearrival form at least 2 weeks prior their departure.The form can be found at UMBNavitasGSSP.com.Learn more about accommodations and how to apply:UMBnavitasGSSP.com/accommodation9
Support for your futureEnglish, math skills andacademic writing supportThe UMass Boston Navitas GlobalStudent Success Program (GSSP)offers support courses to helpimprove students’ skills in Englishgrammar, critical reading, academicwriting, effective listening,discussions and note-taking.Additionally, UMass Boston NavitasGSSP offers regularly scheduledmath support tutorials to provideassistance with math studies in astructured learning environment.Advising and guidanceAdjusting to a new environmentcan be a stressful experiencefor some students. The UMassBoston Navitas GSSP staff willprovide students with individualattention and personal support withacademic, social and personal life.Students also have access to themedical and counseling services atUMass Boston.Integrated Learning SkillsThe Integrated Learning Skillscourse provides students withthe necessary skills to succeedin university studies and to helpstudents adjust to the universityand surrounding community.This course is compulsory for allUndergraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP students.Graduate UMass BostonNavitas Global StudentSuccess Program(GSSP) seminarAdjusting to the rigors of graduatelevel expectations and study can bechallenging. The Graduate UMassBoston Navitas Global StudentSuccess Program (GSSP) tutorialprovides students with additionalhours of assistance in preparationfor success within master’s degreeprograms at UMass Boston.10Make your transition fromhigh school to a U.S.university easierBe a UMass Bostonstudent from day oneReceive individual attentionand personal supportAttend weekly tutorialsand seminarsEarn credits toward yourUMass Boston degree
Andres Hidalgo Florido, ColombiaUndergraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP: Business(Management)“When I first arrived in Boston,I gained proficiency in manyareas through the UMass BostonNavitas GSSP. I now work as anEnglish as a Second Language(ESOL) tutor at UMass Bostonand I can share what I’ve learnedwith the students that I amtutoring. I am really grateful forthe UMass Boston Navitas GSSP.I realize now how helpful it wasand I don’t want to know whatmy experience would have beenlike without that support. Workingwith the same professor throughthe program, I know what sheexpects and wants, so that hasmade the process easier.”Anggita Parameswari (‘18),IndonesiaUndergraduate GSSP:Liberal Arts (Sociology)Graduated from UndergraduateGSSP in May 2018 and isnow pursuing a master’s inConflict Resolution“I’ve always wanted to go to theUnited States since I was a kidbecause of its reputation foreducation. When I came acrossUMass Boston, I knew it was theperfect place. The UMass BostonNavitas GSSP staff and theprofessors are all friendly. I lovehow diverse it is! I feel like I am inan international community. I don’tfeel secluded at all.”11
Entry options to UMass BostonThe Undergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP*The Undergraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP is the first year ofa bachelor’s degree at UMassBoston. The Undergraduate UMassBoston Navitas GSSP consists ofacademic for-credit courses andskill-development courses andprovides a bridge from your highschool experience to studyingfor a university degree in theUnited States. Upon successfulcompletion of the UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSP, youwill move directly into the secondyear of your chosen undergraduatedegree program.Program courseworkProgram offerings in business,computer science, engineering,arts, social sciences and scienceinclude coursework that buildsstudy skills coupled with universitycourses. Students who completethe Undergraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP will earn 27-30credits toward their bachelor’sdegree at UMass Boston.Program durationStudents may complete theUndergraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP in two, three or foursemesters, depending on theiracademic and English languageentry credentials and abilityto successfully complete theacademic requirements. Unlessa student has attended a highschool in the U.S. for a full year,incoming students will be requiredto take English and Mathematicsplacement tests to determinetheir initial schedule.“Our mission is to support youracademic success and assist youwith all the facets of transitioninginto studying at UMass Boston, andexperiencing American life in one of thegreatest cities in the world.”Kristof ZabaExecutive DirectorUMass Boston Navitas Global StudentSuccess Program (GSSP)ESLHonors College benefitsThe ESL program is designedto help students improve theirEnglish language proficiency andprepare them for entry into theUMass Boston Navitas GSSP.Classes are five days a week for atotal of 20 hours. close contact with outstandinghonors faculty researchers,scholars and teachersHonors College trackUMass Boston’s Honors Collegepresents a great opportunityfor academically ambitious andmotivated students. In the HonorsCollege, students will take 1821 credits, which meet generaleducation requirements fordegree completion. UMass BostonNavitas GSSP applicants shouldearn a cumulative 3.7 Grade PointAverage (GPA) or equivalent inhigh school, or have minimum of3.4 GPA and no grades lower thanB upon completion of their firstsemester at UMass Boston to beconsidered for the Honors College.* Navitas is an affiliated educational provider of UMass Boston.12 the opportunity to studyalongside academicallycommitted peers priority course registrationevery semester unique academic and socialHonors College events special recognition at graduation practical as well as theoreticallearning that complementsevery major hands-on research andscholarly activities
Undergraduate study plan optionsUndergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP: 2 SEMESTERS (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 75)UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 1UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 2UMass BostonYear 2SophomoreUndergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP: 3 SEMESTERS - 1 YEAR (IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 69)UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 1UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 2UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 3UMass BostonYear 2SophomoreUndergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP: 3 SEMESTERS WITH ACADEMIC ENGLISH - 1 YEAR(IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 59)UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPwith Academic EnglishSemester 1UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 2UMass BostonYear 2SophomoreUndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 3ESL Undergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP: 4 SEMESTERS (IELTS 4.5 / TOEFL 49)ESLUndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPwith Academic EnglishSemester 1UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 2UndergraduateUMass Boston Navitas GSSPSemester 3UMass BostonYear 2SophomorePlease refer to page 14 for academic and English language entry requirements for each study plan option.Undergraduate degrees offered Africana Studies Engineering Physics American Studies Environmental Sciences Anthropology Environmental Studies andSustainability Archaeology and History Art Asian Studies Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Classical Languages Classical Studies Communication Computer Engineering Computer Science Community Development Criminology and Criminal Justice Early Education and Care inInclusive Settings Economics English Electrical Engineering Ethics, Social and PoliticalPhilosophy Leadership and OrganizationalChange Management Information Systems Marketing Supply Chain and ServiceManagement Mathematics Exercise and Health Sciences Music French Nursing Global Aging and Life Course Studies Philosophy History Philosophy and Public Policy Human Services Physics Information Technology Political Science International Relations Psychology (BA)/(BS) Italian Social Psychology Labor Studies Sociology Latin American andIberian Studies Spanish Theatre Arts Management AccountingEntrepreneurshipFinanceInternational Management Women’s, Gender andSexuality Studies* Degrees listed in orange areSTEM-approved.Learn more about degree options:UMBnavitasGSSP.com13
The Graduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSPGraduate direct entryThe Graduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP is a two-semesterprogram designed for studentswho have completed a bachelor’sdegree, but need additionalacademic and/or English supportto gain entry to a master’sdegree program. No GMAT or GREis needed to be consideredfor admission.Students with strong academiccredentials will be reviewed fordirect entry to graduate programsthrough UMass Boston NavitasGSSP, which provides admissionsservices to these applicants. Themajority of graduate programs areavailable to international students.Criteria, test scores and deadlinesvary by program.Upon successful completion ofthe Graduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP, students willprogress directly into theirmaster’s degree program, earningcredits towards his/her graduatedegree. This allows the studentsto finish the master’s degreewithin 2–2.5 years (varies bygraduate degree program).During the Graduate UMassBoston Navitas GSSP semesters,students will take three-to-fourGraduate UMass Boston NavitasGSSP courses plus UMass Bostongraduate courses to prepare themfor the master’s program.ESLAn on-campus ESL program isavailable through the Collegeof Advancing and ProfessionalStudies to students who may notmeet the pathway program Englishentry requirements. A committeereviews students’ at the end ofeach semester to assess theirreadiness to take on graduate levelwork. If students demonstrate anadequate command of Englishand understanding of academicexpectations, they will then berecommended for progression outof the ESL program to the UMassBoston Navitas GSSP.Graduate ESL requirements MBA/Accounting/BusinessAnalytics/Finance/IT: 5.5 IELTSor 79 TOEFL Conflict Resolution/InternationalRelations: 5.5 IELTS or75 TOEFL all other programs: 5.0 IELTS or59 TOEFLBenefits include: a greater selection of programs extended deadlines forselected majors easy and streamlinedapplication processPlease email admissions@UMBNavitasGSSP.com foradditional information.IntakesJanuary, May and September*DurationTwo semesters (3-12 credits,depending on program)* Some GSSP programs are not offered for every intake. Please visit UMBnavitasGSSP.comfor more information on exact program details.14
Graduate study plan optionsGraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSPCompletionof recognizedundergraduate degreeGraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSPUMass Bostonmaster’s programGraduate direct entryCompletionof recognizedundergraduate degreeUMass Bostonmaster’s programGraduate degrees offered American Studies, MA Accounting, MS Applied Economics, MA Applied Linguistics, MA Applied Physics, MS Applied Sociology, MA Biology, MA Biotechnology, MS Business Analytics, MSBA Chemistry, MS Computer Science, MS Conflict Resolution, MA Counseling: Mental Health, MA Critical & Creative Thinking, MA English, MA Environmental Sciences, MS Exercise and HealthSciences, MS Finance, MS Gerontology, MS Global Inclusion and SocialDevelopment, MPA Historical Archaeology, MA Nonprofit Management Supply Chain &Service Management Nursing, MS History, MA History/Archival Methods, MA Information Technology, MS International Relations, MA Latin and ClassicalHumanities, MA Public Administration, MPA Rehabilitation Counseling, MS School Psychology, MEd Transnational, Cultural andCommunity Studies, MS Urban Planning and CommunityDevelopment, MS Marine Science andTechnology, MS Vision Studies, MEd MBA specializations AccountingBusiness AnalyticsEntrepreneurshipEnvironmental ManagementFinanceHealth Care ManagementHealth Care InformaticsHuman Resources ManagementInformation SystemsInternational ManagementInternet MarketingLeadership &Organizational Change Marketing* Degrees listed in orange are STEM-approved.Learn more about degree options:umb.edu/academics#grad15
Scholarships and bursariesGlobal Student SuccessAward of ExcellenceThe UMass Boston Navitas GSSPprovides a limited number ofmerit-based scholarships eachsemester to continuing studentswho maintain their enrollment inthe UMass Boston Navitas GSSP.Scholarship applicants mustdemonstrate academic excellenceand commitment to fosteringintercultural understanding throughtheir active engagement within theuniversity community to be eligible.Family bursariesUMass Boston Navitas GSSPoffers financial support in theform of family bursaries. A bursaryapplies where two or morestudents from the same familystudy with a member institution.*The bursary is equivalent to 10percent of the tuition fee of yourprogram of e (Thi Quynh Nhi Nguyen), VietnamGraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP: MBA(Supply Chain Management)“America was my first choice to study abroad.I wanted to be immersed in a fast-pacedenvironment and expand my educationalknowledge. My undergraduate degree is in law. Idecided to study for my MBA, so I could combinemy law knowledge with my business knowledge. MyEnglish was not good when I arrived. I only startedstudying English five years ago and I thought theNavitas GSSP would be a good way to adapt to aU.S. university. ”* The GSSP family bursary and academic merit scholarships are offered to students studying at ACBT, AUSI, BCUIC, Curtin College, CurtinSingapore, CRIC, Deakin College, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe Melbourne, La Trobe University SydneyCampus, LBIC, FAU GSSP, RBC GSSP, UMass Boston Navitas GSSP, UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP, UMass Lowell Navitas GSSP, UNHGSSP, U of I GSSP, VCU GSSP, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT and UCIC only. For the purpose of this bursary, a family member is defined as ahusband, wife, brother, sister, mother, father, son, daughter or stepchild.† Certificate programs may also be known or registered as Foundation Studies or University Transfer Program Stage I. Diploma programsmay also be known or registered as University Transfer Program Stage II or Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP).The bursary is not applicable to any English language program or any component of an English language program offered by a memberinstitution.This information is correct as at the time of printing and may be subject to change without notice or at the discretion of the UMass BostonNavitas GSSP staff.16
Academic calendarYearOrientationSemester startsSemester endsSpring 202021-24 January 202027 January 202015 May 2020Summer 202019-21 May 202026 May 202027 August 2020Fall 20201-4 September 20208 September 202011 December 2020Spring 202119-21 January 202125 January 202119 May 2021*Dates are approximate at the time of printing. Semester dates are subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information,visit umbnavitasgssp.com/important-dates.Your investment(2020/2021 estimated cost of attendance; all fees in US )Tuition*Undergraduate UMass Boston Navitas Student Success Program (GSSP)†2 or 3 semesters 35,352Undergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP Academic English3 semesters 5,313 (plus additional costsof Undergraduate UMass BostonNavitas GSSP)Graduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP2 semesters 30,636ESL1 semester 7,3592 semesters 1,340‡Other fees and charges §Mandatory fees: Undergraduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP3 semesters 1,513Mandatory fees: Graduate UMass Boston Navitas GSSP2 semesters 644Mandatory medical insurancePer year 2,318* Students will be charged per credit; actual cost may be higher or lower depending on specific course choices. Tuition, fees and chargesare subject to change. † Based on 30 credits. ‡ The Intensive English program and Academic English component of the UMass BostonNavitas GSSP are delivered through UMass Boston College of Advancing and Professional Studies. § Fees and charges listed are currentin 2019 and will be subject to increase in 2020, for the most up-to-date listings, please visit umbnavitasgssp.com/fees. Fees do notinclude accommodation or meals.Program fees include:Health insurance full tuition andorientation programIn accordance with theCommonwealth of MassachusettsQualifying Student HealthInsurance Program, all UMassBoston Navitas GSSP studentsmust carry health insurance.Therefore, if you do not havehealth insurance under anotherplan with comparable (equal orbetter) coverage, you must jointhe UMass Boston Student HealthInsurance Plan. access to UMass Bostonfacilities (campus center, library,athletic center, computers, etc) participation in UMass Bostonstudent clubs and associations UMass Boston academicand career advising, housing,international student advising,IT services and other servicesavailable to all studentson campus twenty-four hour access toon-campus security department access to UMass Boston healthservices (additional feesmay apply)Please note that the following itemsdo not meet the state’s criteria forcomparable insurance coverage: foreign (international)health insurance Uncompensated Care Pool(free care)Additional costsIn addition to your tuitionand other fees, you will needapproximately US 14,000to US 16,000 to meet yourliving expenses each year.Typical expenses includeaccommodations, meals, books,stationery, transportation,utilities, telecommunications,recreation and entertainment.These will vary according to yourindividual requirements. Pleaseremember that living in themetropolitan area might make ittempting for you to spend more,so you should plan your expensesaccording to your budget.17
UndergraduateEntry requirementsMinimum entry criteria for undergraduate programsUndergraduateUMass BostonNavitas GSSP:2 SemestersUndergraduateUMass BostonNavitas GSSP:3 SemestersUndergraduateUMass BostonNavitas GSSP:3 Semesters withAcademic EnglishESL UndergraduateUMass BostonNavitas GSSP:4 SemestersUMass BostonDirect EntryAcademicqualificationCompletion of Year12 (or equivalent)*Completion of Year12 (or equivalent)*Completion of Year12 (or equivalent)*Completion of Year12 (or equivalent)*Completion of Year12 (or zed testsNot requiredNot requiredNot requiredNot requiredSAT or ACTIELTS6.05.55.04.56.0TOEFL iBT7569594979Pearson Versant56504638n/aiTEP3.93.73.53.14.0* Visit umbnavitasgssp.com/undergraduate-umb-navitas-gssp for equivalent academic entry requirements for different countries. †The minimum GPA for Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering is 2.75. Students must also attain at least a B grade in allmath courses as well as a B in a calculus course.UMass Boston Navitas GSSP regularly reviews its English language and academic entry requirements. This information is correct atthe time of printing; however, if there are any changes to these requirements they will be updated at UMBNavitasGSSP.com. Studentsrequiring additional language support will be required to complete an academic English course.GraduateEntry requirementsAcademic and English language entry requirementsGraduate UMassBoston Navitas GSSPESL Graduate UMassBoston Navitas GSSPUMass BostonDirect EntryDuration of study1 semester of ESL and 2semesters of Graduate GSSP2 academic semesters3 academic semestersAcademic – USA 4.0 scale2.75 GPA2.75 GPA2.75-3.0 GPA†IELTS/TOEFL: Applied Physics, ComputerScience5.5/695.0/596.0/79IELTS/TOEFL: Conflict Resolution/International Relations6.0/805.5/756.5/90IELTS/TOEFL: MBA/Management6.0/855.5/796.5/90IELTS/TOEFL: Other Master’s programsn/an/a6.0-6.5/79-90Entry guaranteed (full matriculation) Standardized testsn/an/aGMAT/GRE required foradmissionStatement of purpose* Letters of recommendation* Résumé* University transcripts and diploma ††* Requirements may vary by program. † Visit umbnavitasgssp.com/graduate-umb-navitas-gssp for equivalent academic entryrequirements for different countries. GPA requirements for direct entry vary by program.For additional information please refer to rams/masters-programs.18
How to applySubmit your application to study at UMass Boston Navitas GSSP:UMBnavitasGSSP.com/apply1Select yourprogram of study.52Send any outstandingdocuments andreceive your offer.6Make your housing andflight arrangements.7Arrive at UMassBoston for newstudent orientation.34Accept your offer.Please return yoursigned acceptanceform and pay yourdeposit as listed onyour letter.Apply for your studentvisa. Please applyfor your visa as soonas possible to allowsufficient timebefore departure.
UMass Boston provides students with the opportunity to conduct research during their undergraduate and graduate studies. More than 50 interdisciplinary research institutes and centers at UMass Boston bring faculty and students together to pursue research, teaching and service on diverse topics. UMass Boston's prestigious
