About UMass Dartmouth

As a national research university, UMassD opens a world of exploration and discovery. Our students work with world-class faculty researchers and journey into real-world innovation and experiences.

About UMass Dartmouth

UMassD chemistry student in the laboratory

UMass Dartmouth at a glance

UMass Dartmouth’s story is one of tremendous momentum and continuous expansion.

1895

the year New Bedford Textile School established, to become UMassD

7,457

students at UMass Dartmouth

$33M

in research activity

65K

alumni worldwide

History of UMass Dartmouth | UMassD fast facts

Meet our Chancellor

Dr. Mark A. Fuller, Chancellor of UMass Dartmouth, is a proud first-generation college student and a passionate advocate for public education.

Meet Chancellor Fuller

Academic offerings for many kinds of learners

UMass Dartmouth has 7 degree-granting colleges and schools, and an Honors College.

We also offer countless non-degree opportunities for professional and lifelong learners, including licensure, continuing education, and online courses.

Learn more about academics at UMass Dartmouth

The architecture

An expressionistic design invoking a sense of place.

The bold, brutalist architecture unique to UMass Dartmouth represents architect Paul Rudolph’s vision for an "urban" public university, coupled with progressive achievements in the fields of design and engineering.

Campus virtual tour | Architecture virtual tour

Corsair culture

UMassD is committed to creating, educating, and sustaining a culturally competent, diverse, equitable, and welcoming campus that builds inclusion and pursues belonging.

Learn more about UMass Dartmouth's commitment to inclusion and belonging