University of Massachusetts Global Acceptance Rate &
University of Massachusetts Global is a public research university in Aliso Viejo, California, serving roughly 4,491 students. University of Massachusetts Global awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $12,540 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $65,703 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $12,540
- 2024 Average Net Price: $32,654 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,491 47.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 42.86%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 50.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 9.6%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 9,923
- Room & Board: $19,632 annual estimate
University of Massachusetts Global: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Massachusetts Global, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Massachusetts Global?
University of Massachusetts Global is located in Aliso Viejo, CA (ZIP 92656).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is University of Massachusetts Global public or private?
University of Massachusetts Global is a Public institution.
How much does University of Massachusetts Global cost?
Published tuition: $12,540.
Average net price after aid: $32,654.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $31,963 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $31,782 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $33,209 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $35,325 |
| $110,001+ | $35,325 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $50,160.
How big is University of Massachusetts Global?
Total enrollment: 4,491 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 9,923 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,906 students.
About 48% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Massachusetts Global?
150%-time completion rate: 42.86%.
First-year retention: 62.2%.
What do graduates of University of Massachusetts Global earn?
Median earnings: $55,438 six years after entry; $65,703 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,276.
22.46% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Massachusetts Global known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Social Work (384 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (293 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (227 completions)
- Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling (183 completions)
- General Studies (134 completions)
- Psychology, General (104 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (101 completions)
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services (100 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (92 completions)
- 05.1381 (91 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Massachusetts Global a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 42.86%; median earnings $65,703 at 10 years; net price $32,654. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$12,540
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Massachusetts Global was $12,540.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$32,654
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Massachusetts Global had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $32,654.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$130,616 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$32,654 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$50,160 4-Year Tuition
$19,632 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,056 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$33,228 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$132,912 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Massachusetts Global.
Financial Aid by Income Level
22.46% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
23.03% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Massachusetts Global was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Massachusetts Global in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $8,800 | $8,800 | — |
| 2014 | $12,200 | $12,200 | $15,369 |
| 2015 | $12,240 | $12,240 | $17,621 |
| 2016 | $12,300 | $12,300 | $28,456 |
| 2017 | $12,360 | $12,360 | $26,055 |
| 2018 | $12,380 | $12,380 | $26,864 |
| 2019 | $12,440 | $12,440 | $21,604 |
| 2020 | $12,480 | $12,480 | $27,866 |
| 2021 | $12,480 | $12,480 | $26,340 |
| 2022 | $12,520 | $12,520 | $32,849 |
| 2023 | $12,520 | $12,520 | $31,601 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Massachusetts Global reported total enrollment of about 4,491 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 32% male and 68% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (61.1%), Black or African American (13.4%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (8.6%). About 22.46% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 50.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
47.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Massachusetts Global in 2024 is 4,491 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,923 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,906 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
62.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 61.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
42.86% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from University of Massachusetts Global completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Social Work: 13% male / 87% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 41% male / 59% female
- Organizational Leadership: 60% male / 40% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Massachusetts Global.
Return on Investment
$24,276 Median Student Debt
$65,703 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.95% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
403.02% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Massachusetts Global.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 42 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Social Work: 384 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 293 completions
3. Organizational Leadership: 227 completions
4. Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling: 183 completions
5. General Studies: 134 completions
6. Psychology, General: 104 completions
7. Elementary Education and Teaching: 101 completions
8. Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services: 100 completions
9. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 92 completions
Most popular programs at University of Massachusetts Global.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Massachusetts Global graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Massachusetts Global from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 9.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,855
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,226
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Massachusetts Global is a public institution located in Aliso Viejo, CA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Social Work, Business Administration and Management, General, Organizational Leadership. Enrollment is approximately 4,491 students. Student body composition includes White (61.1%), Black or African American (13.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (8.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 42.86%. Approximately 22.46% of students receive Pell Grants. About 50.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
University of Massachusetts Global provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Massachusetts Global located?
University of Massachusetts Global is located in Aliso Viejo, CA.
How much does University of Massachusetts Global cost?
Reported tuition is $12,540 and average net price is $32,654 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $19,632 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Massachusetts Global?
University of Massachusetts Global reports undergraduate enrollment of about 9,923 students, White (61.1%), Black or African American (13.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Massachusetts Global?
About 50.0% of students at University of Massachusetts Global are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Massachusetts Global earn?
Median earnings are $55,438 six years after entry and $65,703 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Massachusetts Global?
The 150%-time completion rate is 42.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Massachusetts Global students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,276.
Is University of Massachusetts Global public or private?
University of Massachusetts Global is a public institution located in Aliso Viejo, CA.
Is University of Massachusetts Global an HBCU?
No. University of Massachusetts Global is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Massachusetts Global a tribal college?
No. University of Massachusetts Global is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Massachusetts Global a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Massachusetts Global does not meet that proxy (reported share 2.9%).
Is University of Massachusetts Global religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for University of Massachusetts Global in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.