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YOUR DIRECT PATHWAY TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL
Work Ready Life Ready World Ready
NAVITAS AT UMASS LOWELL Your direct pathway to the UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL 2015/16
Welcome to Navitas at UMass Lowell, your direct pathway to the University
of Massachusetts Lowell. The Navitas Group is an internationally recognized
education provider with the knowledge and resources of staff in more than
120 colleges and campuses worldwide.
UMass Lowell offers more than 120 areas of undergraduate and graduate
study and a well-regarded faculty, especially in the areas of business,
engineering, science and technology.
Message from the Provost of the
University of Massachusetts Lowell
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell) is a global
campus in a global city. Founded in the early days of the American
Industrial Revolution, the City of Lowell has always attracted people from
every corner of the world and is now a true melting pot of cultural energy.
Lowell also borders one of the world’s primary technology industry
corridors, which provides opportunities for students and faculty alike.
A UMass Lowell education is rigorous, relevant and engaging. Our
Learning Communities – small groups of students with similar majors
who share core classes and living quarters – enable students to stay
connected to one another and to professors in their areas of interest.
Interdisciplinary study is our main focus here, and prepares students
to meet challenges in both industry and society.
I hope to see you on campus soon.
Ahmed Abdelal
Provost, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Message from the Executive Director
of Navitas at UMass Lowell
Welcome to the Navitas program at the University of Massachusetts at
Lowell! These pathways programs give you a unique opportunity as an
international student to attend an amazing, dynamic university a short
drive from historic Boston, renowned as the educational center of the
globe. You will have the opportunity to enroll in undergraduate degree
programs, pre-master graduate programs, and intensive academic
English, and through these programs complete your U.S. bachelor’s
orgraduate degree.
When accepted at UMass Lowell, you will be a student of our university
from day one; you will receive mentoring and individualized coaching,
as well as working within a group of students that represent over 33
nations. Your Navitas courses are designed to help you attain academic
success in your studies. Our faculty is committed to your success and
ensuring you attain your academic goals. That’s what Navitas is all
about – quality outcomes and academic success!
Welcome and I look forward to personally meeting you on our campus.
Dr. Ellen J. O’Brien
Executive Director, Navitas at UMass Lowell
WELCOME
Your pathway to success
Why study
with Navitas at
UMass Lowell?
¢ UMass was ranked #91
in the Times Higher
Education World University
Rankings, jumping 41
places in a single year.
¢ UMass is ranked 19th
of all public universities
in the U.S. and 1st in New
England according to the
latest Times University
World Rankings.
¢ Tier 1, Nationally Ranked
University, Top 200 in
Business (#158) and
Engineering (#129) in
the latest U.S News & World
Report national rankings.
¢ UPP progression rate
is 95% and average
progression UPP GPA
of 3.38.
¢ Forbes ranks UMass Lowell
#10 of the 25 best value
colleges in the U.S.
¢ $3,000 scholarship for all
students who maintain a
GPA of 3.0 or above for
each year of undergraduate
study.
¢Lowell has all the amenities
of a larger city, but also
has that ‘small-town
feeling’ and only 35
minutes from Boston.
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Work Ready, Life Ready, World Ready: UMass Lowell has a global
reputation in the fields of business, engineering, science and technology.
UMass Lowell: learning with purpose
UMass Lowell is a comprehensive,
national research university located
in the heart of a diverse community.
The campus offers its more than
17,000 students bachelor’s, master’s
and doctoral degrees in business,
engineering, education, fine arts, health
and environment, humanities, liberal
arts, sciences, and social sciences.
For more than a century, UMass Lowell
has been preparing students to work in
the real world, solve real life problems,
and help real people. The university
began as the Lowell Normal School, a
teaching college founded in 1894, and
the Lowell Textile School, founded in
1895 to train technicians and managers
for the textile industry. Over the next
75 years, both institutions extended
their offerings to meet the growing
needs of the region.
Lowell State and Lowell Tech, as they
were then known, merged in 1975 to
form the University of Lowell. The
campus became part of the University
of Massachusetts system in 1991.
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UMass Lowell delivers high-quality
educational programs, vigorous
hands-on learning, and personal
attention from leading faculty and staff,
all of which prepares graduates to be
ready for work, for life, and for all the
world offers.
There are six colleges within
the university:
§§ Francis College of Engineering
§§ Manning School of Business
§§ College of Fine Arts, Humanities
and Social Sciences
§§ College of Sciences
§§ Graduate School of Education
§§ College of Health Sciences
The Emerging Technologies and
Innovation Center is newly constructed
and provides core facilities for use in
fundamental and translational research.
It consists of clean room spaces, wet lab
and engineering lab space, and a plastics
processing high bay. Meeting spaces are
also included on every floor to allow for
interaction and collaboration with
industry, government, and other
academic partners.
Achievements
§§ UMass Lowell is ranked among
the top 200 research universities
nationally and among the top
100 public Institutions of
Higher Education.
§§ The Francis College of Engineering
is ranked in the top 130 in the USA,
and the Manning School of Business
in the top 300.
§§ UMass Lowell has been accredited
by AACSB (Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business)
International since 1987, the highest
level of business school accreditation.
UMass Lowell was also named one
of America’s best business schools
by The Princeton Review, a U.S.
based standardized test preparation
and admissions consulting company.
§§ UMass Lowell is also accredited
by ABET (American Board of
Engineering and Technology),
which is a signatory of the
Washington Accord.
OVERVIEW
" I love the facilities
and teaching methods
at UMass Lowell.
I have been lucky
enough to become a
research assistant
and get to practice
what I learn in real
life , while earning
credits for it."
Patricia Luki, Indonesia
UPP: Psychology
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The UMass Lowell campus map
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OVERVIEW
Navitas USA offers a University Pathways Program (UPP) and a Pre-Master’s
Program (PMP) at UMass Lowell, which are both designed to prepare you
for university studies in the United States.
UMass Lowell: the Navitas advantage
From the day you enroll in either of
these programs, you will be a UMass
Lowell student.
The UPP consists of for-credit courses,
and provides academic and cultural
bridges from your high school
experience to studying for your degree
at UMass Lowell. The PMP prepares
students for graduate degrees.
By choosing to study with Navitas at
UMass Lowell, you will benefit from:
§§ the opportunity to study and live
on the UMass Lowell campus
§§ being a student of UMass Lowell
from day one
§§ be eligible for a potential
US$12,000 undergraduate
scholarship through the
International Scholars Award
offered by UMass Lowell
§§ receiving academic credit on your
UMass Lowell transcript for your
UPP and PMP academic courses
§§ the flexibility of three intakes each
year, with the potential options to
begin your studies in September,
January, or May
§§ studying in a diverse environment,
which includes students from more
than 33 different countries
§§ comprehensive student support,
covering all aspects of your
academic and non-academic life
§§ the highest standards of teaching
— delivered by fully qualified
university faculty
§§ guaranteed progression to the
second year of your undergraduate,
or first semester of your master’s
degree, when you successfully
complete your Navitas program
and achieve the specified gradepoint average (GPA)
§§ access to the new state-of-the-art
university facilities and services
including libraries, computer
laboratories, recreational facilities,
career services.
“ T he Navitas class
sizes are quite small,
which gives you
the chance to know
the professors and
helps you focus. T he
Navitas staff always
take time when I need
it to help with any
personal or academic
issues I may have.”
My Ngoc Yen Le, Vietnam
UPP: Business
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Navitas at UMass Lowell offers a number of various programs to cater to
students with different levels of academics and English proficiency.
Your entry options to UMass Lowell
Name
Type
of program of program
Direct Entry
First-year
university courses
Entry requirements*
Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL 79iBT and
completion of secondary school with an SAT of
1000 or ACT of 22 or more.
Program details
This is a two-semester program into the first year of
your bachelor degree at UMass Lowell
To progress to the Second year of your bachelor
degree, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5 (with
minimum 2.0 in every course) upon completion of
your Freshman year.
For more information on Direct Entry, please email:
admissionsuml@navitas.com
UPP Standard
First-year
university courses
Minimum IELTS score of 5.5 (with no band lower
than 5.0) or a TOEFL 70iBT and completion of
secondary school with a GPA (equivalent) of 2.0.
Note: An extended four-semester program may be
available for students who need additional
academic support.
UPP Extended
First-year
university courses
and 15 hours per
week of English
Minimum IELTS score of 5.0 (no band lower than
4.5) or a TOEFL 60iBT and completion of secondary
school with a GPA (equivalent) of 2.0.
This is a three-semester program equivalent to the
first year of your bachelor degree at UMass Lowell.
To progress to the second year of your bachelor’s
degree, you must achieve an overall GPA of
2.5 (with minimum 2.0 in every course) upon
completion of the UPP.
This is a four-semester program equivalent to the
first year of your bachelor degree at UMass Lowell,
however you will have additional English classes
added to your study plan.
To progress to the second year of your bachelor’s
degree, you must meet English proficiency
requirements, and achieve a GPA of 2.5 (with a
minimum of 2.0 in every course) upon completion
of the UPP.
Pre-Master’s
Program (PMP)
Two Navitas
courses plus
graduate course(s)
MBA, MSITE, and Biology: Minimum IELTS 6.0 or
a TOEFL 80iBT. Please refer to the website for GPA
entry requirements.
Computer Science: Minimum IELTS 6.0 or a
TOEFL 80iBT and completion of a recognized
undergraduate degree with results equivalent to an
American GPA of 2.7.
The Pre-Master’s Program is a one or two-semester
program designed for students who have completed
a bachelor’s degree, but need additional support to
gain entry to the UMass Lowell master’s program.
Engineering, all other sciences, humanities and
social science: Minimum IELTS 5.5 or a TOEFL 70iBT
and completion of a recognized undergraduate
degree with results equivalent to an American GPA
of 2.7.
For applicants who do not meet the English
requirement for the Pre-Master’s, the application will
be processed and considered for Academic English,
provided they meet the requirement below.
Academic
English Program
Academic English
Program
IELTS 4.5 (with no band lower than 4.0) or a TOEFL
55iBT and completion of secondary school with an
American GPA (equivalent) of 2.0.
The Academic English program is designed to help
you improve your language proficiency as you begin
your studies with Navitas at UMass Lowell. Classes
are five days a week for a total of 20 hours.
To advance to UPP or PMP you must meet English
proficiency requirements.
* See page 18 for equivalent academic entry requirements for different countries. See page 20 for English requirements.
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OVERVIEW
Your pathway to a UMass Lowell degree
Direct Entry*
High School
(Year 12 or equivalent)
and completion of SATS
Year 1 Freshman
(2 semesters)
Year 2 Sophomore
(2 semesters)
Year 3 Junior
(2 semesters)
Year 4 Senior
(2 semesters)
UPP = Year 1 Freshman
(3 semesters)
Year 2 Sophomore
(2 semesters)
Year 3 Junior
(2 semesters)
Year 4 Senior
(2 semesters)
Pre-Master’s Program
(1-2 semesters)
Master’s Program
(3-4 semesters)‡
Undergraduate pathway
High School
(Year 12 or equivalent)
Postgraduate pathway
Completion
of recognised
undergraduate degree†
* For more information on Direct Entry, please email: admissionsuml@navitas.com † Subject to meeting GPA requirements. ‡ Number of semesters varies by major.
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Campus life at UMass Lowell offers many options for entertainment.
Concerts, social, and athletic events are held frequently on campus.
Life on campus
Social venues
There are many places on each of the
campuses to meet people and hang out.
These include Fox Common on East
Campus, O’Leary Learning Commons
on South Campus, and University
Crossing connecting all three campuses.
These venues offer large screen TVs,
pool tables, gaming stations, e-mail
stations, and eateries.
§§ The MBA Club (MBA Club)
§§ Turkish Cultural Club (Turkish
Club / TCC)
§§ Vietnamese Student Association
(UML VSA)
§§ UMass Lowell Chinese Students and
Scholars Association (UML CSSA)
For more information please visit:
umasslowellclubs.collegiatelink.net
Recreation and exercise
Transportation
The 65,000 square foot Campus
Recreation Center (CRC) at UMass
Lowell is a state-of-the-art facility
designed to meet the needs of the
UMass Lowell campus community.
CRC includes the following:
§§ Classes which include yoga, zumba,
and spinning
§§ Basketball/badminton courts
§§ Ping pong tables
§§ Indoor track
§§ Pool tables
Student organizations
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UMass Lowell has more than 160 clubs
and organizations to suit varying
interests. If you have interest, it is very
easy to organize a new club. Some of
the international and popular student
clubs and organizations are below.
§§ Accounting Society (Accounting)
§§ American Institute of Aeronautics
and Astronautics (AIAA)
§§ Association for Computing
Machinery (ACM)
§§ Association of Students of
African Origin (ASAO)
§§ Entrepreneurial Ventures
Association (EVA)
§§ Indian Students Association (ISA)
§§ International Students Club (ISC
§§ Korean Graduate Student
Association (KGSA)
§§ Middle Eastern Student Association
(MESA)
§§ Muslim Students Association (MSA)
§§ South Asian Student Association
(SASA)
The no cost university transportation
system transports you around campus
seven days a week. Any activity that is
available on-campus is only a quick
shuttle trip away. Most university
buildings are within walking distance.
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority
(LRTA) also provides a public bus
service to campus, originating at the
Kennedy Bus Transfer Station at the
Gallagher Intermodal Transportation
Center. The MBTA (Massachusetts Bay
Transit Authority) provides a commuter
rail service from Lowell to Boston,
New York and beyond, seven days a
week from the Gallagher Center.
Lowell is only 35 minutes from the
heart of Boston and four hours from
New York City.
Campus security
Lowell was named by the National
Crime Prevention Council as one of
six safest cities in the United States.
UMass Lowell is in a safe location, and
in addition the university offers campus
security 24hrs a day. The services are
provided provided through both the
city of Lowell Police and the UMass
Lowell Police. The UMass Lowell Blue
Light phone system allows you to
contact the UMass Lowell Police from
many locations on campus to receive
help immediately in an emergency.
Advising/tutoring
Navitas at UMass Lowell provides
tutoring support and academic
advising to all students. Students
have access to one-on-one tutoring by
qualified instructors. Additional support
is available through The Center for
Learning and Academic Support
Services (CLASS). Tutoring is free of
charge and is accessible to all during
the day and evening hours.
Health services
Student Health Services are located right
on campus and help meet all students’
health care needs while studying at the
university. All international students are
provided with Student Health Insurance
through Harvard Pilgrim Health Care.
There are no fees for any care given
on-campus. Student Health Services
operate on both appointment and
walk-in schedules. Students are
encouraged to utilize Health Services
for any illness or routine health care.
For more information on Health
Services please visit uml.edu.
Keyword: Health Services.
OVERVIEW
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Considered one of the ‘top spots to live in Massachusetts’, the city is
recognized for its affordability, thriving arts community, and a multitude
of international cuisines.
Lowell, Massachusetts:
Alive. Unique. Inspiring.
The renaissance city, Lowell,
Massachusetts, is an exciting crossroads
where diverse cultures, history, and
creativity intersect. Let this vibrant
city be your stage as you get ready
for work, life, and all the world has
to offer.
Activities and attractions
The birthplace of Jack Kerouac and the
Industrial Revolution, Lowell’s history
echoes all around you. Former mill
buildings and cobblestone streets now
add charm to a bustling downtown,
steps away from the UMass Lowell
campus, which boasts a thriving arts
scene, a population rich in cultural
diversity, and a flair for festivals.
Local and regional highlights include:
§§ Lowell National Historical Park
with 5.6 miles of canals throughout
the city
§§ Boston’s historic Freedom Trail
§§ the White Mountains
§§ Fenway Park (home to the famous
Boston Red Sox baseball team)
§§ Cape Cod and the islands
§§ beaches, beautiful lakes, sailing
§§ ski resorts
§§ premium shopping outlets
§§ amusement theme parks: Canobie
Lake Park, Six Flags, Water Country.
Discover restaurants representing more
than a dozen different cultures. Spend a
day exploring art galleries, or watch a
show. Stroll along the Merrimack
River, which winds through the city
center, and enjoy a picnic on the
esplanade. Hike, bike, or cross-country
ski more than 1,000 acres of state
forest nearby.
Climate
Lowell’s seasons include warm summers,
cold winters, and a mild spring and fall.
The average low temperature is around
24°F (-4°C) and highest is around 85°F
(29°C) over the year.
Entertainment
Lowell is home to many of the region’s
top venues, hosting hundreds of local
and national performers, and athletic
events throughout the year.
Lowell Festivals
Some popular annual events include
the Lowell Summer Music Festival,
Southeast Asian Water Festival, Lowell
Jazz Festival, and many more. These
are large size festivals, well attended
by those people in and outside of
Lowell. Music fans can attend the
Lowell Folk Festival every summer,
the second largest free folk festival
in the United States.
Tsongas Center
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Massachusetts
If you enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, the
region offers plenty of opportunities for
boating, hiking, skiing, ice hockey, golf,
soccer, biking, white water rafting, and
whale watching.
The Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell
provides quality entertainment for all
ages, and offers a beautifully landscaped
outdoor area and function rooms
overlooking the Merrimack River.
The Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell
is home to the UMass Lowell River
Hawks hockey team, and hosts concerts,
conferences, family shows, sporting
events and tradeshows. Performers at
the Center have included Snoop Dog,
Drake, WWE, to name a few.
Lowell
Boston
Dining
Lowell is an ethnically diverse city that
offers a variety of delicious international
cuisine. The city offers dining options
such as Brazilian, Cambodian, Chinese,
French, Greek, Indian, Italian, Japanese,
Laotian, Mexican, Portuguese, Southeast
Asian, and Vietnamese. For a full list
of restaurants please visit
lowell.org/pages/dining.
Technology and innovation
Lowell is in the heart of eastern
Massachusetts where industry thrives.
The local business community is made
up of a wide variety of companies that
have chosen Lowell for its excellent
amenities, central location to downtown
Boston, and affordable office space.
Lowell has rapidly become one of
Massachusetts’ leading cities for
technology, and specializes in life
sciences, nanotechnology, renewable
energy, and environmental engineering.
High technology, medical care, financial
services, and other industries offer
internship possibilities for students
at UMass Lowell. The university’s
professors collaborate extensively
with local industry, which has led to
inventions, patents, and the creation of
companies like Konarka Technologies.
To learn more about Lowell, visit:
cultureiscool.org
lowell.org
lowell.com
OVERVIEW
LOWELL
FAST FACTS
Population108,522
StateMassachusetts
Currency
US Dollar (US$/USD)
Time zone Eastern Standard Time
(UTC/GMT -5 hours)
Electricity 110V
LanguageEnglish
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COURSE OUTLINES
The three semester program (12 months in total) is comprised of discipline-based
for-credit and other courses which, when completed with the specified GPA, will
be credited towards your UMass Lowell degree.
University Pathways Programs (UPP)
UPP: Business
The Manning School of Business (MSB)
at UMass Lowell prepares you for a
professional business career in a global
environment while serving as a hub of
industry partnerships fostering regional
economic development through education,
research, and outreach activities. Manning
School of Business (MSB) has been
accredited by the Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
since 1987. This is the highest level of
business school accreditation an
institution can achieve in the United
States. AACSB accreditation puts the
Manning School of Business in the
company of elite schools of business
across the country. Fewer than 520 other
schools in the United States have achieved
the status of accreditation for both
undergraduate and graduate programs.
Business sample course list*
First semester
¡¡ Management Pre-Calculus
¡¡ Science elective + Lab
¡¡ General Psychology
¡¡ Navitas 101 - Navigating the
Research University
¡¡ College Writing A ESL
Second semester
¡¡ College Writing I ESL
¡¡ COM First Year Seminar I
¡¡ Management Calculus
¡¡ Life Science II + Lab
¡¡ Sociology
Entry to second year of
your UMass Lowell College
of Management degree§
¡¡ Accounting
¡¡ Entrepreneurship
¡¡ Finance
¡¡ International Business
¡¡ Management
-- Management Information Systems
¡¡ Marketing
¡¡ Supply Chain & Operations Management
Information sourced from: uml.edu/MSB
Third semester
¡¡ COM First Year Seminar II
¡¡ History elective
¡¡ Poly Science elective
¡¡ Economics I
¡¡ College Writing II ESL
Employment and career options
Advertising management, auditing
and budget analysis, brand or
product management, business
consulting, commercial or investment
banking, cultural advising, database
analysis or administration,
entrepreneurial ventures, financial
analysis, international banking, IT
consulting, management analysis or
consulting, financial planning, public
management or government
accounting, sales and retail, sales
management, web development.
Intakes
August, January and May
Duration
Three semesters
2015 Program fee
US$28,800 (based on 33 credits)
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*Program templates are subject to change at any time, and depend on course offerings and academic preparations of each individual student.
§ To be guaranteed matriculation to second year of your degree, you must complete the required number of credits based on your major and achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher upon completion
of the UPP (with minimum 2.0 in every subject).
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UPP: Engineering
The Francis College of Engineering at
UMass Lowell has a proud heritage,
spanning more than a century, of
providing outstanding, practical, and
affordable engineering education. In the
new millennium, Lowell is again
positioned as the cradle for the New
Economy: a revolution in large-scale
implementation of nanoscale technology,
which is expected to have broad and
beneficial impacts on potentially every
facet of our lives. With a new Center of
Excellence for Nanomanufacturing
funded by the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts and a Nanoscale Science
and Engineering Center for High-Rate
Manufacturing funded by the National
Science Foundation, UMass Lowell’s
Francis College of Engineering is poised
to be a major leader in nanotechnology
and nanomanufacturing. A major
engineering initiative in bioprocessing
and biopharmaceuticals is also underway.
UMass Lowell is accredited by ABET
(American Board of Engineering and
Technology), which is a signatory of the
Washington Accord.
Engineering sample course list*
First semester
¡¡ Intro to Engineering I + Lab
¡¡ Physics 1 or Chemistry 1
¡¡ Calculus I or Calculus IA
¡¡ Navitas 101 – Navigating the
Research University
¡¡ College Writing A ESL
Second semester
¡¡ Intro to Engineering II
¡¡ Physics II + Lab
¡¡ College Writing I ESL
¡¡ Calculus II or Calculus IB
Third semester
¡¡ College Writing ll ESL
¡¡ Psychology Gen Ed SS or
Physics II + Lab
¡¡ Calculus II
¡¡ 1 Extra Gen Ed class may be
taken in 3rd semester
Entry to second year
of your UMass Lowell
Francis College of
Engineering degree§
¡¡ Electrical Engineering
¡¡ Mechanical Engineering
¡¡ Plastics Engineering
¡¡ Civil Engineering
¡¡ Computer Engineering
¡¡ Chemical Engineering:
-- Biological Engineering
-- Nuclear Engineering
-- Paper
-- Nanomaterials Track
Information sourced from: uml.edu/engineering
Employment and career options
Automotive design, biodegradable
packaging, construction, data
communications, development
and testing, local government,
medical devices, oil and natural gas,
pharmaceuticals, power generation,
product development, production
operation in manufacturing, research
and design, road and traffic and others.
Intakes
August, January and May
Duration
Three semesters
2015 Program fee
US$28,800 (based on 33 credits)
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All Engineering and Science students will be required to sit the Accuplacer Math test upon arrival, and will be placed in appropriate Math/Calculus classes. For Engineering students Math
and Chemistry or Physics are recommended.
* Program templates are subject to change at any time and will depend on course offerings and academic preparation of each individual student.
§ To be guaranteed matriculation to second year of your degree, you must complete the required number of credits based on your major and achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher upon completion
of the UPP (with minimum 2.0 in every subject).
COURSE OUTLINES
UPP: Fine Arts,
Humanities and
Social Sciences
The College of Fine Arts, Humanities, and
Social Sciences (FAHSS) at UMass Lowell
connects you globally and locally, and
challenges you with analytical reading,
critical thinking, and problem solving.
Employment and career options
Civil service, communications,
counseling and psychology, criminal
justice, cultural and human
geography, education, finance,
forensic investigation, government,
healthcare, international business,
international relations, interpreting,
public relations, politics, sales and
advertising, theatre.
Intakes
Entry to second year of
your UMass Lowell College
of FAHSS degree§
¡¡ Fine Art
-- Art
-- Graphic Design
¡¡ Criminal Justice
¡¡ Cultural Studies
¡¡ Economics
¡¡ English
¡¡ History
-- Art History
¡¡ Music Business
¡¡ Music Performance
¡¡ Music Studies
¡¡ Peace & Conflict Studies
¡¡ Philosophy
¡¡ Physics
¡¡ Political Science
¡¡ Psychology
¡¡ Sociology
Information sourced from: uml.edu/FAHSS
August, January and May
Duration
Three semesters
2015 Program fee
US$28,800 (based on 33 credits)
Fine arts, humanities, and social
sciences sample course list*
First semester
¡¡ Gen Ed – Arts & Humanities
¡¡ Major Specific Course
¡¡ Gen Ed Math
¡¡ Navitas 101 – Navigating the
Research University
¡¡ College Writing A ESL
Second semester
¡¡ College Writing I ESL
¡¡ Gen Ed – Social Science
¡¡ Gen Ed – Arts & Humanities
¡¡ Gen Ed – Arts & Humanities
Third semester
¡¡ College Writing II ESL
¡¡ Gen Ed – Science + Lab
¡¡ Major specific course
¡¡ Gen Ed – Social Science
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* Program templates are subject to change at any time and will depend on course offerings and academic preparation of each individual student.
§ To be guaranteed matriculation to second year of your degree, you must complete the required number of credits based on your major and achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher upon completion
of the UPP (with minimum 2.0 in every subject).
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UPP: Health Sciences
Health Sciences sample course list*
The College of Health Science at UMass
Lowell will help prepare you for a job
that will make a difference in people’s
lives. You will gain a deep understanding
of your chosen field, and learn how to
promote health and well-being.
¡¡ Major Specific Course
¡¡ Calculus I or Calculus IA
¡¡ Intro to Statistics
¡¡ Navitas 101 - Navigating the
Research University
¡¡ College Writing A ESL
First semester
Entry to second year of
your UMass Lowell College
of Health Science§
¡¡ Clinical Laboratory
-- Medical Laboratory
-- Clinical Science
¡¡ Community Health
¡¡ Nutritional Sciences
Second semester
Employment and career options
Biotechnology, biomedical devices,
hospitals, medical and research
laboratories, public health,
pharmaceutical firms.
¡¡ College Writing I ESL
¡¡ Gen Ed – Sociology
¡¡ Gen Ed – AH Elective
¡¡ Anatomy & Physiology I
¡¡ Anatomy & Physiology Lab I
Information sourced from: uml.edu/Health-Sciences
Third semester
Intakes
August, January and May
Duration
Three semesters
¡¡ Major Specific Course
¡¡ Gen Ed – Psychology
¡¡ College Writing II ESL
¡¡ Anatomy & Physiology II
¡¡ Anatomy & Physiology Lab II
2015 Program fee
US$28,800 (based on 33 credits)
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* Program templates are subject to change at any time and will depend on course offerings and academic preparation of each individual student.
§ To be guaranteed matriculation to second year of your degree, you must complete the required number of credits based on your major and achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher upon completion
of the UPP (with minimum 2.0 in every subject).
COURSE OUTLINES
UPP: Science
Intakes
The UMass Lowell College of Science
fosters critical and creative thinking for
a technical world, and is engaged in
cutting-edge research. Studying in the
College of Science will give you the
opportunity to pursue a successful career
in science.
Duration
August, January and May
Three semesters
2015 Program fee
US$28,800 (based on 33 credits)
Sciences sample course list*
First semester
Employment and career options
Adhesives, biomedical research,
energy management, environmental
research, hydrology, information
technology, laser applications,
microbiology, medical/clinical
laboratory research, nanotechnology,
operations research, product
development, research, software
development, statistical analysis,
systems analysis, teaching,
waste reduction.
Entry to second year of
your UMass Lowell College
of Science degree§
¡¡ Biology
-- Bioinformatics
-- Biotechnology
-- Ecology
¡¡ Chemistry
-- Cheminformatics
-- Forensic Sciences
¡¡ Major specific course
¡¡ Calculus I or Calculus IA
¡¡ College Writing A ESL
¡¡ Chemistry I and Lab
¡¡ Navitas 101 - Navigating the
Research University
¡¡ Computer Science
-- Bioinformatics/Cheminformatics
Second semester
¡¡ Mathematics
-- Applied Computational Mathematics
-- Bioinformatics
-- Business Applications
-- Computer Science
-- Probability/Statistics
¡¡ Major specific course
¡¡ Psychology Gen Ed SS
¡¡ College Writing 1 ESL
¡¡ Calculus II or Calculus IB
Third semester
¡¡ Chemistry II and Lab
¡¡ Calculus II (4 credits) or Gen Ed
¡¡ College Writing II ESL
¡¡ Environmental, Earth & Atmospheric Science
-- Atmospheric Science - Meteorlogy
-- Environmental Studies
-- Geoscience - Geology
Information sourced from: uml.edu/sciences
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All Engineering and Science students will be required to sit the Accuplacer Math test upon arrival, and will be placed in appropriate Math/Calculus classes.
* Program templates are subject to change at any time and will depend on course offerings and academic preparation of each individual student.
§ To be guaranteed matriculation to second year of your degree, you must complete the required number of credits based on your major and achieve a GPA of 2.5 or higher upon completion
of the UPP (with minimum 2.0 in every subject).
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UPP Academic entry requirements
Country/Qualification
UPP requirements
Australia
Year 12 with a 60% average or higher
Cambodia
Baccalauréat (Baccalaureate) with 6 or 60%
Chinese High School
Diploma
Upper Middle School Graduation Certificate with a 70% average or higher
Colombia
Título de Bachiller 7.5 or higher
Hong Kong
HKCEE (Form 5): D or higher in 5 subjects
HKDSE: Minimum level 2 in 4 academic subjects
India
All India Senior Secondary Certificate (CSBE): C2 or higher in 3 academic subjects
Indonesia
SMU3 — GPA of 5 or higher
Japan
Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shosho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with a GPA of 3
Kazakhstan
Attestat with 3.5 GPA
Kenya
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a C– average
Macau
See Hong Kong or General Certificate of Education — Ordinary Level
Malaysia
SPM — C6 or higher in 5 subjects
Mongolia
School Leaving Certificate (Gerchilgee) with a 4.0 average
Myanmar
Basic Education Standard Exam Diploma (Academic & Vocational) with a 55% average
Nigeria
General Certificate of Education with a 1-6 average
Pakistan
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 60% average
Philippines
High School Diploma with 80% or higher
Qatar
Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari with 55% average or higher
Russia
Attestat o srednem (polnom) obschem obrazovanii (Certificate of Secondary Education) with a GPA of 3.5
Saudi Arabia
Shahadat Al-Marhalat Al-Thanawiyyat (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a 65% average or higher
Singapore
‘O’ Level — 5 academic subjects with 7 or lower
South Africa
Senior Certificate with Matriculation with D average or matriculation endorsement with 50–59%
South Korea
Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo (High School Certificate) with a 70% average or 6 or less rank (Mi)
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka A Levels — C grade in 3 subjects
Taiwan
Senior High School Graduation Certificate with a C average or higher
Thailand
Matayom 6 with 60% average or higher
Turkey
Lise Diplomasi with a minimum 3 average
UAE
Tawjihiyya (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a 70% average or higher
USA
Successful completion of Year 12 with a GPA of 2.0
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 higher in a minimum of 5 subjects
Zimbabwe
See General Certificate of Education — Ordinary Level
Other accepted qualifications
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GCE—O Level
Completion with an D or 7 in a minimum 5 subjects
International Baccalaureate
Completion with an overall score of 24
This information is a guide only. It is correct at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. For countries not listed, please contact AdmissionsUML@navitas.com.
Applicants with an American GPA (equivalent) of 2.7 or higher may be eligible to complete their UPP program in two semesters at UML. We will determine your eligibility based on a
personal interview and academic testing with the Navitas at UMass Lowell Executive Director when you arrive.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
“ I have really enjoyed the
city of Lowell a nd fou nd
it to be very safe. The city
is not too big a nd not too
small. As a n international
student we get to enjoy
all the aspects America n
culture has to offer in
Lowell. Also, the ra nge of
international food availa ble
in the city of Lowell is great.”
Jaekyung Chung, South Korea
UPP: Business
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The language of instruction at UMass Lowell is English. If you need to
improve your English skills, there are a number of flexible options available for
you to choose from to ensure you can still progress to your desired major.
English requirements
Your English language
entry requirements
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
entry into the University Pathways
Program (UPP) or Pre-Master’s
Program (PMP).
Navitas at UMass Lowell regularly
reviews its English language and
academic entry requirements.
Any changes will be listed on
uml.navitas.com. All PMP English
language requirements can be found
on the individual PMP pages 22–31.
Minimum English language requirements
English
language qualification
IELTS
Academic
English
4.5 with no band
lower than 4.0
UPP Extended
5.0 with no band
lower than 4.5
UPP Standard
5.5 with no band
lower than 5.0
PMP
6.0 with no band lower than 5.5
(MBA, MSITE, Computer Science,
Biology)
5.5 with no band lower than 5.0
(all other PMP courses)
TOEFL
Computer/paper/iBT
153/450/55
173/500/60
196/525/70
215/552/80 (MBA, MSITE,
Computer Science, Biology)
196/525/70 (all other PMP courses)
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GCE O-levels
n/a
D
C
n/a
EIKEN grade
n/a
EIKEN 2
EIKEN 2A
n/a
HKDSE
n/a
English: Level 2
English: Level 3
n/a
Pearson Versant English
Placement Test
38
46
50
n/a
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Academic English (AE)
Intakes
Program objectives
August, January and May
Students successfully completing this
course will be able to:
■■ speak confidently and effectively
using idiomatic and complex speech
■■ communicate using non-verbal
language
■■ demonstrate competency in a
variety of social and everyday
conversational situations
■■ consistently use correct rhythms
and intonation of standard
American English
■■ identify and work on individual
pronunciation problems
■■ develop speaking confidence through
oral presentations
Duration
One semester minimum
2015 Program fee
US$7,100 (per semester)
Minimum
English requirements
¡¡ IELTS – 4.5 with no band lower than 4.0
¡¡ TOEFL iBT– 55
¡¡ Pearson Versant English Placement Test – 38
Program description
The AE program is designed for
students who have not quite met the
English language requirements to the
University Pathway Program or
Pre-Master’s Program. AE is undertaken
on a semester basis and consists of 20
hours of class per week. During AE
students will focus on developing
consistent competency, confidence, and
effectiveness in listening, speaking,
pronunciation, and grammar/
vocabulary skills, while reading,
speaking, and writing in English to meet
college level entrance requirements.
■■ demonstrate reading comprehension
skills using reading techniques
■■ develop confidence in all verb tenses
■■ develop paraphrasing and
summarizing skills
■■ use transitions between paragraphs
■■ develop ideas into well-configured
descriptive paragraphs and essays.
IAE
(1 or 2 semesters)
UPP
(3 or 4 semesters)
IAE
(1 or 2 semesters)
PMP
(1 or 2 semesters)
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Pre-Master’s Program (PMP)
The PMP is a one or two-semester
program designed for students who
have completed a bachelor’s degree but
need additional support to gain entry to
the UMass Lowell master’s program.
The PMP program helps to close the
gap in your academic or English skills,
and offers courses to fully prepare you
to be successful in your graduate
program, while also gaining credit
towards your graduate program in
the process.
When you are accepted into the PMP
you are also conditionally accepted into
the master’s program. As long as you
successfully complete the PMP
coursework and attain a GPA of 3.0 in
both your PMP and graduate courses
you will matriculate. You do not need
to make any other application and you
will only need one student
visa application.
You should take the GMAT or GRE
as early as possible as scores must be
reported two weeks prior to the end
of the semester. Test support will be
provided during the PMP semester.
During your PMP semester(s) you
will take Navitas courses plus UMass
Lowell graduate courses to prepare
you for your master’s program. The
Navitas courses have been carefully
chosen to ensure that you develop the
necessary skills to succeed in the
master’s program.
Intakes
August, January, and May
(depending on major)
Duration
One or two-semesters
2015 Program fee
US$11,500 (per semester)
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Required documents
for PMP admission
¡¡ Completed application form with signature
¡¡ Certified copies of university academic
transcripts and final degree certificate (if still
currently studying, a supporting letter is
needed from the university with enrollment
status and expected graduation date)
¡¡ IELTS or TOEFL score
¡¡ Three signed letters of reference – academic
or professional
¡¡ CV/resume
¡¡ Statement of purpose with student’s full
name clearly stated
Please allow 4-6 weeks for ‘completed’
applications to be processed with
Graduate Admissions.
COURSE OUTLINES
When you successfully
complete the PMP, you
may progress to one of the
following degree programs:
Master’s of Arts (MA)
¡¡ Community Social Psychology
¡¡ Criminal Justice
¡¡ Peace and Conflict Studies
Master’s of Business (MBA)
¡¡ Accounting
¡¡ Finance
¡¡ IT
Master’s of Engineering
(MS Engineering)
¡¡ Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology
¡¡ Chemical Engineering
¡¡ Civil Engineering
-- Environmental
-- Structural
¡¡ Computer Engineering
¡¡ Electrical Engineering
-- Information Systems
-- Optics
-- Opto-Electronics
-- Power & Energy Engineering
¡¡ Energy Engineering
-- Nuclear
-- Solar
¡¡ Mechanical Engineering
¡¡ Plastics Engineering
-- Coatings & Adhesives
-- Fibers & Composites
-- Synthetics Fibers
Master’s of Science (MS)
¡¡ Autism Studies
¡¡ Biological Sciences
-- Applied Biotechnology
-- Biosafety
-- Environmental
¡¡ Chemistry
¡¡ Clinical Laboratory and Nutritional Sciences
¡¡ Computer Science
¡¡ Environmental Sciences
-- Atmospheric Studies
-- Environmental Geoscience
¡¡ Health Informatics
-- Health Informatics
-- Health Management
¡¡ Innovation and
Technological Entrepreneurship
¡¡ Mathematics
-- Applied & Computational Mathematics
-- Industrial Mathematics
-- Probability & Statistics
-- Statistics & Operations Research
¡¡ Pharmaceutical Sciences
¡¡ Physics
-- Radiological Sciences and Protection
-- Radiological Health Physics
¡¡ Public Health
¡¡ Work Environment
-- Cleaner Production and
Pollution Prevention
-- Epidemiology
-- Environmental Hygiene
-- Occupational Ergonomics & Safety
“ Navitas boosted my
confidence towards
achieving more than
just a degree but also
the chance to meet and
network with students
from all over the world.”
Christopher Onyeka Acha, Nigeria
PMP: MS in Mathematics
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"I love the fresh air,
beautiful views and
safety of the campus
at UMass Lowell. I
also really enjoy the
kind people I have
met here at Lowell,
both the staff and
students. These things
have helped me in
transitioning to the USA
from Taiwan!"
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Yi-Hsin (Angus) Hsu, Taiwan
IAE PMP: MBA
COURSE OUTLINES
Manning School of Business (MSB)
Master of Business
Administration (MBA)
The Manning School of Business
at the University of Massachusetts
Lowell has a long history of educating
business leaders. Through programs in
accounting, entrepreneurship, finance,
international business, management,
management information systems,
marketing, and supply chain and
operations management, an MBA
provides students with the broad range
of skills necessary for success.
The MBA degree program is designed
to prepare managers to effectively lead
organizations in rapidly changing and
diverse regional, national, and global
competitive environments. The MBA
program at UMass Lowell integrates
theory and practice, using case studies,
experiential learning techniques, and
field programs applicable to a wide
variety of commercial, industrial and
not-for-profit settings. The MBA
program offers options in Accounting,
Finance, and Information Technology.
The Manning School of Business
is accredited by the Association to
Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
(AACSB) International.
This is the highest level of business
school accreditation an institution
can achieve in the United States.
drive innovation in today’s collaborative,
global workforce. A graduate of the
MSITE program should be prepared
to manage innovation in established
firms or to launch new technologyoriented ventures.
Information sourced from: uml.edu/MSB
Master of Science in
Innovation and Technological
Entrepreneurship (MSITE)
The goal of the MSITE is to provide
engineers, business majors, and scientists
with the skills and knowledge required to
U.S. News &
World Report
ranked the UMass
Lowell Manning
School of Business
MBA program
#93 in the USA.
Admission requirements
MBA Stream A
MBA Stream B
MSITE
Academic entry requirements
for PMP
Bachelor’s degree with a
minimum GPA equivalent USA 2.7
Bachelor’s degree with a
minimum GPA equivalent to
USA 3.0 or higher*
Bachelor’s degree with a
minimum GPA equivalent USA 2.7
English language requirements
TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0
(with no band lower than 5.5)
TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0
(with no band lower than 5.5)
TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0
(with no band lower than 5.5)
Typical admission timeframe
(to receive offer after application)
2–4 weeks
Intake
September, January, May
September, January, May
September, January, May
GMAT requirement for progression
500, with 25% in
verbal component.
500, with 25% in
verbal component.
500, with 25% in
verbal component.
GMAT can be waived with an
overall 3.5 GPA for the six MBA
foundation courses (automatic 2
semester PMP).
English Requirement for
progression (accomplished during
Navitas course work)
Pearson Versant of 59
Pearson Versant of 59
Pearson Versant of 59
Potential credits earned during PMP
Up to 12
4 to 6
3
PMP duration
2 semesters (8 months)
1 semester (4 months)
1 semester (4 months)
PMP cost
US$23,000
US$11,500
US$11,500
MBA duration
3 semesters
3 semesters
3 semesters
MBA cost
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Total program duration‡
5 semesters (2.5 years)
4 semesters (2 years)
4 semesters (2 years)
Total program cost‡
Approx US$55,000
Approx US$44,000
Approx US$44,000
‡
* Students with a slightly lower GPA and 2 years professional work experience may be considered for Stream B. †GMAT prep is provided at no cost. ‡ Total duration and cost is
dependent on credits taken per semester.
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Francis College of Engineering
The Francis College of Engineering,
which opened its doors in February
1897, seeks to prepare men and women
to be successful in engineering or their
chosen profession. The College has a
proud heritage, spanning more than a
century, for providing outstanding,
practical and affordable engineering
education, and a growing portfolio of
research and innovation. This heritage
has evolved with the economy and
industry of the area. In addition to the
vast research and innovation activity, the
College remains dedicated to providing a
hands-on, real-world education for its
students in its Departments of Chemical,
Civil and Environmental, Electrical and
Computer, Mechanical and Plastics
Engineering, and Engineering Technology.
The Francis College of Engineering
offers Master of Science (MS) degrees
in the following disciplines:
Chemical Engineering
The Chemical Engineering Department
boasts an accomplished faculty, a
diverse range of programs and degrees,
and well-established ties to industrial
and research institutions. The
department has many focus areas
that reflect its strengths, such as
biotechnology, bioprocessing,
advanced engineered materials, nuclear
engineering, paper engineering, and
process controls.
Electrical &
Computer Engineering
The Electrical and Computer
Engineering (ECE) Department’s mission
is to provide a thorough grounding in
electrical science, electrical engineering,
and computer engineering, together with
an intensive training in mathematics.
The techniques of experimental science
and technology are emphasized through
investigative laboratory work and
classroom lecture/demonstrations. The
faculty has close ties primarily with local
and regional industry through consulting
and research.
The MS in Computer Engineering
offers the following options:
§§ Computer Networking and
Distributed Systems
§§ Computing and Embedded Systems
Hardware and Architecture
§§ Artificial and Machine Intelligence
§§ Multimedia Digital Signal and
Image Processing and Applications
The MS in Electrical Engineering
offers the following options:
§§ Information Systems
(Telecommunications)
§§ Information Systems
(Communications Engineering)
§§ Power and Energy Engineering
§§ Opto-Electronics
Civil Engineering
The Civil & Environmental Engineering
(CEE) Department at UMass Lowell is
committed to student-friendly, quality
teaching. CEE classes are taught by full
time faculty and class sizes are small.
UMass Lowell’s CEE graduates are
highly valued by area employers.
The MS in Civil Engineering offers
the following options:
§§ Environmental Engineering
§§ Geotechnical Engineering
§§ Structural Engineering
§§ Transportation Engineering
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According to U.S. News &
World Report, the MS in
Civil Engineering is ranked
#108 in the USA.
According to U.S. News &
World Report, the MS in
Computer Engineering is
ranked #85 in the USA and
the MS in Electrical
Engineering is ranked #122.
Energy Engineering
The UMass Lowell graduate
program in Energy Engineering offers
professional training at the master’s
degree level designed to prepare the
student to perform state-of-the-art
work on energy systems. The program
is designed to achieve a balance
between hands-on experience and
theory. Energy engineering involves
subject matter and draws students from
all branches of engineering, science,
mathematics and economics.
The MS in Energy Engineering
offers the following options:
§§ Nuclear
§§ Solar
Mechanical Engineering
A student studying for one of the
graduate degrees can focus in
mechanical engineering, solar energy
engineering, manufacturing, or
nanomanufacturing. The faculty is
comprised of 13 full-time professors
with distinguished academic, research,
and industrial backgrounds. They are
committed to providing students with
the highest-quality learning relevant to
the needs of industry and society.
The MS in Mechanical Engineering
offers the following options:
§§ Mechanics and
Materials Concentration
§§ Thermofluids Concentration
§§ Energy Concentration
§§ Vibrations/Dynamics/
Controls Concentration
§§ Design and
Manufacturing Concentration
According to U.S. News &
World Report, the MS in
Mechanical Engineering is
ranked #104 in the USA.
COURSE OUTLINES
Plastics Engineering
The Plastics Engineering Program at
UMass Lowell has a strong history as a
leader in the field of plastics education
and is the only accredited undergraduate
Plastics Engineering program in the
USA. Major plastics producers and end
users recruit annually on campus, giving
our students a major advantage in
postgraduate work.
Environmental Studies –
Environmental
Engineering Sciences or
Atmospheric Science
This interdisciplinary program offers
a Master of Science in Environmental
Studies (Environmental Engineering
Sciences or Atmospheric Science
concentrations) with a thesis or a
non-thesis track. This program is
jointly run with the Francis College
of Engineering and the College of
Sciences. Both thesis and non-thesis
track options are available.
“UMass Lowell is
among the nation’s
leading centers for
plastics technology,
and its Plastics
Engineering
program is helping
to push new
boundaries of how
these versatile
materials are
used, produced
and processed.”
The Boston Globe
Information sourced from: uml.edu/Engineering.
Admission requirements
MS in Engineering
(Chemical, Civil & Environmental, Computer, Electrical,
Energy, Mechanical, and Plastics)
Academic entry requirements for PMP
Bachelor’s degree in the related Engineering field with a minimum GPA equivalent to USA 2.7
Additional academic requirements
Recommended students have a minimum B average in STEM subjects,
those being Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology
English language requirements
IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 or TOEFL iBT score of 70 or above
Intake
September, January, May*
Typical admission timeframe
(to receive offer after application)
4–6 weeks
GRE requirement for progression†
Chemical: Verbal 142 and Quantitative 152 minimum
Civil & Environmental: Verbal 142 and Quantitative 152 minimum
Computer & Electrical: Verbal 142 and Quantitative 152 minimum
Energy: Verbal 142 and Quantitative 152 minimum
Mechanical: Verbal 142 and Quantitative 152 minimum
Plastics: Verbal 142 and Quantitative 152 minimum
Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology Verbal 142 Quantitative 152 minimum
Potential credits earned during PMP
3–6 credits
PMP duration
1-2 semesters (4-8 months)
PMP cost
US$11,500 per semester
MS duration
3 semesters
MS cost‡
Between US$10,300–US$13,800 per semester
Total program duration
4-5 semesters (2 years)
Total program cost
Approx US$44,000
‡
‡
* Please contact AdmissionsUML@navitas.com to confirm course availability for May intake †GRE prep is provided at no additional cost. ‡Total duration and cost is dependent on credits
taken per semester.
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College of Sciences
The breadth of the College provides
students with a wealth of opportunities
such as exciting courses, participation
in cutting-edge research, and a chance
to experience the world of
interdisciplinary innovation.
The College of Science offers Master
of Science (MS) degrees in the
following disciplines:
Biological Sciences
The Department of Biological Sciences
offers two options for master’s degrees.
The Master of Science in Biological
Sciences offers flexibility so students
can create a program that fits their
career goals. The Master of Science in
Biological Sciences - Biotechnology
Option focuses on training essential to
employment in the biotechnology and
pharmaceutical industries.
The second option is the Professional
Science Masters Program. This option
combines traditional training in
biological sciences with additional
preparation in areas outside of
biology to provide students with
broader expertise.
Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at
UMass Lowell presently consists of 17
full-time faculty, including the President
of the University of Massachusetts
system, Dr. Robert Caret (an organic
chemist). The MS in Chemistry offers
both a non-thesis and thesis option.
In the thesis option students have the
ability to specialize in biochemistry,
analytical, inorganic, organic physical
chemistry, and polymer science.
Clinical Lab Sciences
The Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Master’s Degree Program is intended
for experienced professionals or new
graduates with a background in clinical
sciences/medical technology, biology,
chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology,
or related areas who want to develop
and expand their expertise in the
clinical sciences.
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Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science
at UMass Lowell has world-class faculty
active in research programs in diverse
areas across computer science. Its
research programs are funded by the
National Science Foundation, the
Department of Homeland Security, the
Department of Defense, and various
companies including EMC, HP, Intel,
Pfizer, and Sun. Four members of the
faculty have received prestigious NSF
Career awards to support their research.
Its graduates have been hired by
companies such as 3COM, Analog
Devices, Avid, BAE, Cisco, EMC, Fidelity,
Google, IBM, iRobot, MITRE, Microsoft,
Motorola, Oracle, Raytheon, and Segway.
Mathematics
The Mathematics Departments offers
MS in Mathematics programs with
specializations in Applied &
Computational Mathematics, Probability
& Statistics, Mathematics for Teachers,
and Industrial Mathematics (PSM).
Pharmaceutical Sciences
The College of Health Sciences works to
promote the health of individuals,
families, communities and environments
by preparing graduates for high-demand
jobs that solve health problems that the
word faces. This degree offers students
the foundation they need to work in the
biopharmaceutical industry. Graduates
work in the development of new drugs
to treat diseases, do the research needed
to maintain drug safety and evaluated
the effectiveness of drug therapies.
The 2011 Pharmacy Commission
Report predicted a 17 percent growth
rate in the pharmaceutical industry
through 2018. According to the U.S.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment
for medical scientists is expected to
grow by 36 percent from 2010 to 2020.
This rate is faster than the average for
all other occupations in the US.
Physics
At UMass Lowell the Department
of Physics and Applied Physics, with
over $10 million annually in funded
research, is well positioned to offer
M.S. and Ph.D. programs specializing
in applied physics and the theoretical
research in support of these areas. The
M.S. degree may be taken in Physics or
Radiological Science and Protection
(Health Physics or in the Medical
Physics option) or in the applied physics
option in optical sciences.
Information sourced from:
uml.edu/Health-Sciences
uml.edu/Sciences
COURSE OUTLINES
Admissions requirements
MS in
Computer Science
MS in Clinical Lab Sciences,
Health Informatics,
Pharmaceutical Sciences,
Public Health
MS in Biology, Chemistry,
Mathematics, Physics &
Environmental Science
Academic
entry requirements
Bachelor’s degree in the
Computer Science/IT/Computer
Engineering field with a minimum
GPA equivalent to USA 2.7
Bachelor’s degree in related field with a
minimum GPA equivalent to USA 2.7
Bachelor’s degree in the related field with
a minimum GPA equivalent to USA 2.7
Additional
academic requirements
Recommended students have
a minimum B average in STEM
subjects, those being Science,
Technology, Engineering
and Math
Recommended student have a minimum
B average in those subjects related to the
area of study
Recommended students have a
minimum B average in those subjects
related to their chosen MS
English language
requirements
IELTS 6.0 with no band lower
than 5.5 or TOEFL iBt score of 80
or above
IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 or
TOEFL iBt score of 70 or above
Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics &
Environmental Science: IELTS 5.5 with no
band lower than 5.0 or TOEFL iBt score
of 70 or above
Biology: IELTS 6.0 with no band
lower than 5.5 or TOEFL iBt score of 80
or above
Typical admission
timeframe (to receive
offer after application)
4–6 weeks
4–6 weeks
4–6 weeks
Intake
September, January, May†
September, January, May†
September, January, May†
GRE requirement
for progression*
Verbal 145 and Quant 155
Verbal 142 Quant 152
Biology: Verbal 150 Quant 150
Chemistry: Verbal 145 Quant 155
Enviromental Science: Verbal 145
Quant 155
Mathematics: Verbal 145 Quant 155
Physics Verbal 147 Quant 160 Writing 3.5
Potential credits
earned during PMP
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
PMP duration
1 semester (4 months)
1 semester (4 months)
1 semester (4 months)
PMP cost
US$11,500
US$11,500
US$11,500
MS duration
3 semesters
3 semesters
3 semesters
MS cost‡
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Total program
duration‡
4 semesters (2 years)
4 semesters (2 years)
4 semesters (2 years)
Total program cost‡
Approx US$44,000
Approx US$44,000
Approx US$44,000
*GRE prep is provided at no additional cost. † Please contact AdmissionsUML@navitas.com to confirm course availability for May intake ‡Total duration and cost is dependent on
credits taken per semester.
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Fine Arts, Humanities,
and Social Sciences
The College of Fine Arts, Humanities,
and Social Sciences offers students
opportunities to collaborate with
community leaders, participate in
research, build professional
relationships, and add to the depth
of their knowledge and expertise
through its Graduate Programs.
Community
Social Psychology
Although community social psychology
shares its historical roots with clinical
psychology, it is very different from the
traditional, one-on-one counseling
model that comes to mind when one
thinks of the field of clinical psychology.
Community social psychology aims to
go beyond the individual, focusing
instead on the community, environment,
and larger influencing factors that affect
people’s daily lives (culture, politics,
economics, healthcare, etc.). The field
of community social psychology is
devoted to advancing theory, research,
and collaborative social action (at
neighborhood, organizational, state,
national, and international levels) to
promote positive well-being, increase
empowerment, advance social justice,
encourage understanding of each other
and of issues that society faces, and to
prevent the development of problems.
Community Social Psychologists go
beyond an individual focus and
integrate social, cultural, economic,
political, environmental, and
international influences to promote
positive change, health, and
empowerment at individual and
systemic levels.
Criminal Justice
Established in 1984, the Criminal
Justice Master of Arts program has had
a long history of producing dedicated,
well rounded students who are in top
demand by federal, state, and local
agencies. With the dynamic nature of
criminal justice, more and more
employers are demanding greater levels
of academic achievement from their
employees. The School of Criminology
and Justice Studies at UMass Lowell
looks to the future by focusing on
emerging issues confronting the criminal
justice system, including violence and
victims, justice-involved mental health
populations, police innovations,
data-driven practice, and national
security. The school is a leader in the use
of innovative technologies, and offers
cutting edge graduate programs.
Peace and Conflict Studies
Through this inter-disciplinary program
at UMass Lowell, undergraduate and
graduate students explore the causes of
violence, methods to resolve violence,
and practices to build peace. They
combine theoretical and experiential
education to prepare students for
success in graduate school and their
careers. This is a critical global moment
for peace education as armed conflict
continues to be prevalent worldwide.
Peace and Conflict Studies is an
academic field that draws upon a
variety of disciplines such as cultural
studies, criminal justice, history,
philosophy, political science,
psychology, and sociology to address
the central questions of the field: What
are the causes and conditions which
generate and sustain violent conflict?
What are the principles and methods
for the resolution of violent conflict?
What are the norms, practices, and
institutions for building peace? Peace
and Conflict Studies students go into a
wide range of career fields such as:
§§ Restorative Justice
§§ Human Rights Advocacy
§§ Education
§§ Women’s Advancement
§§ Development
§§ Diplomacy
§§ Non-Profit Management
§§ Conflict Resolution
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Information sourced from:
uml.edu/FAHSS
COURSE OUTLINES
Admission requirements
MA in Community
Social Psychology
MA in Peace and
Conflict Studies
MA in Criminology and
Justice Studies
Academic
entry requirements
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the
Psychology field, with a minimum
GPA equivalent to USA 2.7
Bachelor’s degree, preferably
in the Humanities field, with a
minimum GPA equivalent to
USA 2.7
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the Humanities
field, with a minimum GPA equivalent to
USA 2.7
Additional
academic requirements
Recommended at least 18 credits in
Psychology, including at least one
course in statistics or
research methods
n/a
n/a
English language
requirements
IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than
5.0 or TOEFL iBt score of 70 or
above
IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than
5.0 or TOEFL iBt score of 70 or
above
IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 or
TOEFL iBt score of 70 or above
Typical admission
timeframe (to receive
offer after application)
4–6 weeks
Intake
September
September, January and May
September, January
GRE requirement
for progression*
Verbal 145 & Quant 140
Verbal 145 Quant 140
Verbal 145 and Quant 140
Potential credits
earned during PMP
3 credits
3 credits
3 credits
PMP duration
1 semester (4 months)
1 semester (4 months)
1 semester (4 months)
PMP cost
US$11,500
US$11,500
US$11,500
MS duration
3 semesters
3 semesters
3 semesters
MS cost
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Between US$10,300–$13,800
per semester
Total program duration†
4 semesters (2 years)
4 semesters (2 years)
4 semesters (2 years)
Total program cost†
Approx US$44,000
Approx US$44,000
Approx US$44,000
†
*GRE prep is provided at no additional cost. †Total duration and cost is dependent on credits taken per semester.
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"Lowell is a vast and beautiful
campus, abreast of all the
facilities. Staying on campus
is so convenient. Being close
to the classes and dining
halls, makes it an ideal place
for international students."
Krutarth Hendre, India
PMP Mechanical Engineering
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Cooperative Education
What is
Cooperative Education?
Better known as co-op, cooperative
education is an optional academic
program offer at UMass Lowell for
selected disciplines. It provides students
with professional experience related to
their fields of study.
It’s an ideal way to test out career
ideas and develop new skills, while
getting paid and adding value to
an organization.
Common questions
How do students get started
in co-op?
Typically, students meet with their
co-op coordinators in their second
semesters at UMass Lowell to learn
about how co-op works and how
to participate.
Are students still considered
full-time UMass students while
on co-op?
Co-op employment can be in the
next town or around the globe! Co-op
coordinators who are affiliated with
each college support and guide students
to prepare for and successfully
participate in the co-op experience.
Yes! Students who register for co-op
will retain their full-time student status
with no impact on financial aid, loan
repayment, or health insurance.
Students may also continue to live
in University housing.
Advantages of Co-op
Will it take a student longer
to graduate?
Co-op exposes students to the real
world of work and to career options.
It not only promotes a sense of
independence and professional
maturity, but also increases
opportunities for career positions
following graduation.
Here are just some of the advantages
of the co-op program at UMass Lowell:
§§ Students may choose one or more
3-month or 6-month co-ops,
depending on their academic
programs, and graduate with a
competitive edge in the job market.
§§ Students earn a salary while
on co-op, which can assist in
offsetting college expenses.
§§ Students participate in a
preparatory one-credit seminar
designed to help them succeed
in the co-op experience.
§§ Students are assigned a co-op
coordinator who serves as a
resource throughout the program,
acts as a liaison between the
student and employer, and
assists in identifying learning
objectives and accomplishments
from the experience.
Two 3-month summer co-ops will not
add length to a student’s academic
program; a 6-month co-op will most
likely add one additional semester.
Do students pay tuition while
on co-op?
§§ John Hancock
§§ Medtronic Vascular
§§ Mercury Computers
§§ MFS Investments
§§ Millennium Pharmaceuticals
§§ Moody, Famiglietti and Andronico
§§ National Grid
§§ Newell/Rubbermaid
§§ Nuance
§§ Nypro
§§ Pfizer
§§ Philips
§§ Polartec, LLC
§§ Proctor and Gamble
§§ Putnam Investments
§§ Raytheon
§§ SABIC Innovative Plastics
§§ Sage Science
§§ Sullivan Bille PC
§§ Symnatec
§§ Trelleborg Vibracoustic
§§ U.S. Army, Natick Center
§§ Vicor Corporation
Students do not pay tuition while on
co-op; however, they are assessed a
modest co-op fee.
Select UMass Lowell
Employer Partners
§§ 3M Touch Systems
§§ Angio Dynamics
§§ Athenahealth, Inc
§§ BAE Systems
§§ BD Medical
§§ Bemis Associates
§§ Boston Scientific Corporation
§§ Bose Corporation
§§ Corning Life Science
§§ Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU)
§§ Draper Laboratories
§§ EMC
§§ EMD Millipore
§§ Fidelity Investments
§§ Freudenberg-NOK
§§ GE
§§ IBM
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Information sourced from:
uml.edu/student-services/Career-Services/CooperativeEducation
NAVITAS AT UMASS LOWELL Your direct pathway to the UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL 20 15/16
As a Navitas at UMass Lowell student, you will be guaranteed on-campus housing
at UMass Lowell for the duration of your studies. Living on campus will give you
even more opportunities to take advantage of campus facilities and nightlife.
Your accommodation
Residence halls
All campus residence halls offer
amenities and features that will help
you stay focused on your studies. All
bedrooms are fully furnished with a
bed, dresser, desk, chair, and wardrobe.
Rooms are wired for high-speed
internet access, standard cable television,
and local and on-campus calling;
however, you must purchase your
own phone and television. Many of the
residence halls, such as Fox Hall, have
common TV rooms, laundry facilities,
kitchens, and vending machine areas.
Residence halls are open during winter
and spring breaks. Undergraduate
students are required to live on campus
during their first year of study.
Campus dining
Campus dining at UMass Lowell
is varied and distinctive. There are
eight locations to choose from,
including three dining halls and two
restaurants, which offer everything
from made-to-order dinners, salad
bars, grills, deli, and popular fast food
options such as Starbucks, Subway,
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Taco Bell, and Dunkin Donuts. Your
meal plan covers meals each day of the
week for the entire semester.
Your arrival
Boston Logan Airport (BOS) is just
30 minutes from the UMass Lowell
campus. We offer an airport transfer
service from the airport to your
accommodation for a charge. To
request an airport pickup, please
contact admissionsUML@navitas.com
at least 20 days before your arrival.
You will also receive an airport pickup
form with your orientation documents
and I-20.
Orientation
We offer a comprehensive orientation
program to all new Navitas at UMass
Lowell students. This will help you
settle into your study program as
quickly and comfortably as possible.
You will learn about important
university policies and our expectations
of students. Attendance at orientation is
compulsory for all new students.
During orientation, you will have
the opportunity to:
§§ receive your academic
course schedule
§§ meet your mentors and Navitas at
UMass Lowell staff
§§ have your student ID photo taken
§§ buy your textbooks and supplies
§§ open a bank account
§§ enroll in a mobile phone service
§§ tour the campus, library, and
all student facilities
§§ take your Math placement test
§§ move into your
campus accommodation
§§ shop for any supplies you may need
§§ learn about your immigration status
and related information
§§ take a tour of the city of Lowell
§§ meet all the other fantastic
Navitas students
§§ for help with booking your
accommodation or for organizing
your arrival, please contact any
member of the Navitas team.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Each year through the Navitas academic merit scholarship program, 162
scholarships are awarded worldwide to students currently studying in our
university pathway colleges and managed campuses.
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 bursary is equivalent to 10 percent
of the tuition fee of your program
of study.†
Navitas at UMass Lowell
International Scholars Award
(US$12,000)
The International Scholars Award is a
selective and renewable award offered
by the University of Massachusetts
Lowell. This award is available
specifically for Navitas at UMass
Lowell University Pathways Program
(UPP) students. The award amount is
US$3,000 per year, with the total value
potentially being US$12,000 over a
four-year University Pathways Program
(UPP) and bachelor degree combined.
Navitas academic
merit scholarships
Navitas is committed to helping you
achieve your career goals by offering
scholarships to outstanding students.
For more information, talk to an
Advisor at your college about how
to apply for a merit scholarship or
visit individual college websites and
search scholarships.
Each term, Navitas colleges*
award two students with academic
merit scholarships.
The scholarship is awarded at the end
of each academic year.
The scholarship will be awarded to all
international students who successfully
complete the Navitas at UMass Lowell
UPP program with a GPA of 3.0 or
higher. Continuation of this scholarship
during a student’s undergraduate degree
is dependent on maintaining full-time
status and a minimum cumulative grade
point average (GPA) of 3.0 at the end
of each academic year. This scholarship
is renewable annually and awarded for
a maximum of four years.
Additional terms and conditions of this
scholarship are as follows:
§§ Students must successfully complete
the Navitas UPP program and
matriculate into UMass Lowell.
§§ This scholarship provides an annual
award of US$3,000.
§§ This scholarship award will be
applied to student’s undergraduate
day academic-year tuition and fees.
§§ This scholarship does not cover
Consortium or Online and
Continuing Education courses.
* The Navitas family bursary and academic merit scholarships are offered to students studying at ACBT, La Trobe University Sydney Campus, AUSI, BCUIC, Curtin College, Curtin University
Sydney, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe Melbourne, LBIC, Macquarie City Campus, MIBT, MIBT Indonesia, Navitas at FAU, Navitas at
UMass Boston, Navitas at UMass Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas at WKU, Navitas at UNH, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT, SIBT and UCIC only.
† Certificate programs may also be known or registered as Foundation Studies or University Transfer Program Stage I. Diploma programs may also be known or registered as Undergraduate
Pathway, University Transfer Program (UTP), University Transfer Program Stage II or University Pathways Program (UPP).
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.
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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Further information online
Policies and procedures:
uml.navitas.com/policies-and-procedures
Navitas at UMass Lowell has a number of policies and procedures
in place to comply with quality, regulatory and legislative
requirements. These processes form a framework to ensure that
Navitas at UMass Lowell delivers a high-quality service to its
students. Important policies include:
§§ FERPA
§§ Code of conduct
§§ Access and equity
§§ Complaints and appeals
§§ Academic honesty
§§ Academic performance
International student visas:
uml.navitas.com/students/international-students
All international students must possess a current F-1 student visa
while they are studying in the USA. This information does not
apply to prospective students who are USA citizens or permanent
residents of the USA. Visit uml.navitas.com/students/
international-students for answers to these and more visa FAQs:
§§ One visa for all your studies
§§ How do I apply?
§§ What are the visa requirements?
§§ What are the visa conditions?
§§ Do I need health insurance?
§§ How long is my visa valid for?
§§ How do I renew my visa?
§§ Can I work in the USA while
on a F-1 student visa?
§§ What if I have dependants?
Conditions of enrollment and fee information:
uml.navitas.com/enroll-today/conditions-of-enrollment
Before applying to Navitas at UMass Lowell you must read the
Conditions of Enrollment, which contains information relating to
fees, U.S. visa information, conditions relating to your course
enrollment, course deferral, and Refund Policy.
Successful applicants will receive
enrollment terms of offer which, together
with the Letter of Offer and Acceptance
of Offer, form a binding agreement
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between Navitas at UMass Lowell and
the recipient of an Navitas at UMass
Lowell Letter of Offer.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
How to apply: uml.navitas.com/apply-today
You may apply to Navitas at UMass Lowell directly or through a
Navitas at UMass Lowell representative in your home country.
For a list of authorized Navitas at UMass
Lowell representatives, go to uml.navitas.
com/find-a-recruiter. Early application
and payment will allow enough time for
the application process in your chosen
course as well as allow you enough time
to obtain a student visa, once you are
accepted into the program.
Orientation: uml.navitas.com/students/orientation
We offer a comprehensive orientation program to all new
Navitas at UMass Lowell students. This will help you settle into
your study program as quickly and comfortably as possible.
You will learn about important university policies and our
expectations of students. Attendance at orientation is compulsory
for all new students.
Internships, Honors College, and Study Abroad Program:
uml.edu/student-services
UMass Lowell offers a variety of internship opportunities, as
well as an Honors College designed to foster the pursuit of
excellence, and an academically rich study abroad and student
exchange program.
§§ For Internship information:
uml.edu/student-services/career-services
§§ For Honors College information:
uml.edu/honors
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Tuition fees for Navitas at UMass Lowell are competitively priced among
comparable U.S. universities. This means you can receive an affordable
education while getting the maximum return on your educational investment.
Academic calendar
Year
Intake
Orientation
Semester starts
Semester ends
2015
Spring
15 January
20 January
9 May
2015
Summer
17 May
18 May
31 July
2015
Fall
25 August
1 September
17 December
2016
Spring
12 January*
19 January*
7 May*
* Dates are approximate at the time of printing. For the most up-to-date listings, visit uml.navitas.com.
Important dates
Year
Intake
PMP
UPP
application deadline* application deadline*
I-20 deadline†
2015
Summer
1 April
22 April
2015
Fall
15 July
29 July
3 August
2016
Spring
18 November
9 December
14 December
27 April
* Dates are approximate at the time of printing. For the most up-to-date listings, visit uml.navitas.com.
† This is the final date Navitas can accept documents for I-20 processing.
Your investment
2015/16 tuition fees and charges§
Program
Duration
Total program fees (US$)
UPP Standard
3 semesters
$28,800 (based on 33 credits)
Pre-Master’s Program (PMP)
Per semester
$11,500
Additional English programming
Academic English
Per semester
$7,100 (per semester)
Mixed English
1 semester
$4,100 (plus additional cost of UPP Standard program)
Other fees and charges
On-campus accommodation
Per semester
$4,800–$5,000
Meal plan
Per semester
$2,000
Medical insurance (compulsory)
Per year
$1,430
International Student Fee
Per year
$275
Campus Tech Fee
Per semester
$50
§ Actual tuition costs may vary depending on specific course selections. All fees and charges are subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date fee listings, please visit
uml.navitas.com/apply-today/fees.
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Additional costs
Health insurance
To determine the total cost of attending
Navitas at UMass Lowell, students and
families should also consider factors such
as books, supplies, transportation and
miscellaneous expenses. We estimate
these costs to be approximately US$4,500
to US$6,000 each year, although this
amount may vary between students.
In accordance with the State of
Massachusetts Qualifying Student
Health Insurance Program, all Navitas
USA students must carry health
insurance from UMass Lowell.
For more information, please visit
uml.edu/student-services/health.
Students will also have the following
added to their invoice:
§§ airport pickup: US$125 (please
contact us if this is not required)
§§ student activity fee: US$337.50
For any questions about any of the fees
mentioned, please visit uml.navitas.com
or contact a member of the team.
Application form
Please print in BLOCK LETTERS
Personal details
Please designate a person to be notified in case of emergency
Name must appear exactly as it is in the applicant’s passport.
Title:
Mr
Ms
Other
Gender:
Male
Female
Name:
Relationship to applicant:
Address:
Family name:
Home telephone:
Given names:
Mobile telephone:
Preferred name:
Program selection: Navitas at UMass Lowell
Date of birth: DAY / MONTH / YEAR
UPP in Biotechnology/Science
UPP in Business
UPP in FAHSS
UPP in Engineering
UPP in Health & Environment
UPP Extended
UPP Academic English
Pre-Master’s
Contact details
Applicant’s home country address (not recruiter’s address):
Please indicate the year and semester you wish to begin your studies.
Year
Applicant’s mail address in the USA, if applicable (not recruiter’s address):
August
January
May
Preferred major at UMass Lowell
Undergraduate:
City:
State:
Graduate:
Zip code:
Mobile telephone:
Education details
Home telephone:
English proficiency
Applicant’s email: (mandatory):
IELTS score:
Recruiter’s email: (if applicable):
TOEFL score:
Other:
Nationality/Citizenship
Are you currently enrolled in an English language school?
Country of birth:
If yes, name of school:
Country of citizenship:
Current level of English:
Yes
Passport number:
Secondary education: highest level achieved
Ethnic origin (optional — for statistical purposes only)
Do you consider yourself to be Hispanic/Latino?
Yes
In addition, select one or more of the following racial categories to describe yourself:
American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Black or African American
White
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Do not wish to report
Family background
Father’s full name:
Father’s address (if different from applicant’s):
Father’s occupation:
College/university attended by father (if any):
Mother’s full name:
Mother’s address (if different from applicant’s):
Name of qualification (e.g. A-levels):
No
School attended:
Completed:
Yes
No
Country/state:
Language of instruction:
Please attach certified copies of all academic transcripts or mark sheets.
Post-secondary and further education
Name of qualification:
Institution attended:
Dates attended:
Completed:
Yes
No
Country/state:
Language of instruction:
Please attach certified copies of all academic transcripts or mark sheets.
Mother’s occupation:
College/university attended by mother (if any):
No
Personal statement
1. Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at an
educational institution you have attended from 9th grade (or the international
equivalent) onwards, whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral
misconduct that resulted in your probation, suspension, removal, dismissal or
expulsion from the institution?
Yes
No
2. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or other crime?
Yes
No
If you have answered ‘yes’ to either of the above questions, please submit a
separate sheet that gives the approximate date of each incident and explains
the circumstances.
Accommodation
On-campus residential accommodation is compulsory for all UPP international
students in their first year of study. Please complete the UMass Lowell
on-campus housing form online. The link is located in the housing section
of your pre-arrival guide.
Medical insurance requirements
I understand Navitas at UMass Lowell will provide a mandatory 12
months of medical coverage upon my arrival in the United States at a cost
of US$1,430. At the end of 12 months I will be required to extend the initial
coverage on a year-by-year basis.
Sponsored students only
Type of sponsorship (i.e. tuition fees and/or living expenses):
Name of organization sponsoring you:
the purposes of my admission and transfer to Navitas at UMass Lowell and any
other educational programs, Navitas program administration and, if I am a minor,
or if I have otherwise provided my consent for the use of my Student Records for
such purpose, for communicating with my family regarding my status and progress.
I understand and agree that UMass Lowell may require that I execute a consent
or other agreement in order to transfer my Student Records to Navitas at UMass
Lowell, I hereby agree to promptly execute such consents as may be required in
order for UMass Lowell to release the above-described Student Records to Navitas
at UMass Lowell.
I understand and agree that Navitas at UMass Lowell may collect my personal
information and may share it and my Student Records with Navitas Limited and
affiliates for the purposes described herein and for the purpose of communicating
with me regarding programs and services offered by Navitas Limited and its
affiliates. Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas Limited and affiliates may store my
personal information and Student Records in the United States, Hong Kong and
Australia and may use my personal information and Student Records for the
purposes of administering prospective, current and graduate student admissions
and enrollment and education. For further information regarding the data collection
and use practices and policies, consult our Privacy Policy located at uml.navitas.com.
I understand that after I commence my studies with Navitas at UMass Lowell, I will
need to successfully complete the program and maintain the minimum required
GPA before I can continue my studies at UMass Lowell. I understand that if I have
applied through an approved UMass Lowell or Navitas at UMass Lowell recruiter,
any information contained in my Navitas at UMass Lowell application may be
released to that recruiter.
I understand that fees may change without notice. I accept liability for payment of
all fees as explained in this guide, and I agree to abide by the Refund Policy, which
is current at the time of my studies at Navitas at UMass Lowell. I understand that
living expenses in the United States may be higher than in my own country and
I confirm that I am able to meet these costs. I understand that by signing this
application form, I will be eligible to receive a letter of admission from Navitas at
UMass Lowell.
Applicant’s signature:
Other information
How did you first learn about Navitas at UMass Lowell?
You may check more than one option:
Exhibition/seminar
Newspaper/magazine
Recommended by a
friend/relative
Recommended by an
education recruiter
Internet
Other
Please specify:
Application checklist
Check that you have:
Date:
DAY / MONTH / YEAR
If you are under 18 years of age, your parent or guardian must also sign this
application form.
Parent’s/guardian’s signature:
Date:
DAY / MONTH / YEAR
Completed all sections of the Application form
Unsigned applications cannot be processed.
Recruiters cannot sign on an applicant’s behalf.
Read and understood the Conditions of Enrollment, including the
Refund Policy
Postal address for applications
Check that you have attached:
Certified copies of your academic transcripts and certificate of completion
Certified evidence of your English language ability
A certified copy of your passport, student visa or birth certificate
Disclaimer (for students aged 18 or older)
I grant Navitas at UMass Lowell permission to provide my parent(s), guardian(s)
and recruiter, when requested, with any information pertaining to my application
to study, ongoing academic progress, results and attendance.
Yes
No
Admissions Officer
Navitas at UMass Lowell
Wannalancit Mills, 600 Suffolk Street, Suite 560
Lowell, MA 01854 USA
P +1 978 934 1961
F +1 978 934 1224
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E admissionsUML@navitas.com
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Representative’s stamp
Declaration
Please read this declaration carefully
I declare that all information I have supplied on this form with respect to my
application to Navitas at UMass Lowell is, to the best of my understanding and
belief, complete, accurate and correct. I understand that giving false or incomplete
information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of enrollment.
I have read and understand the published course information in the guide or
website and I have sufficient information about Navitas at UMass Lowell to enroll.
I hereby give Navitas at UMass Lowell permission to obtain official records from an
educational institution attended by me. I grant Navitas at UMass Lowell permission
to provide UMass Lowell with any information pertaining to my application of study,
my ongoing academic progress, my housing, my activities with Student Life at
UMass Lowell, my results and attendance and other records regarding my studies
and activities at Navitas at UMass Lowell (collectively, my ‘Student Records’) for
Representative name:
Representative office code:
Recruiter's name:
Recruiter's email address:
Office use only
Identification number:
Application number:
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(If you are under 18 years of age, your parents/guardian MUST also sign)
Education for your world
Creating opportunities for success
Navitas provides you with the education you
need, to get where you want to be in life. From
English language skills and courses to help you
enter university, to training for the workplace,
Navitas colleges and campuses in 28 countries
will support you every step of the way.
We’ve become one of the most trusted
providers of education and training in the world.
With over 120 Navitas and SAE Institution
locations across the globe, and over 80,000
students currently studying with us, we
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Navitas offers to students, professionals
and migrants from around the world, the
following opportunities:
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We also offer customised workplace training
for companies, and a range of training
and settlement services for the Australian
Government. Wherever you are, and wherever
you want to be, the knowledge and resources
of our staff around the world will ensure
your success.
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Perth
Members and affiliates of Navitas:
Darwin
Brisbane
Gold Coast
Newcastle Byron Bay
Adelaide
Auckland
Sydney
Geelong
Melbourne Christchurch
Australia
Canada
Africa
• ACAP (Australian College of
Applied Psychology)
• ATTC (Australian TESOL Training Centre)
• CELUSA (Centre for English Language
in the University of South Australia)
• Curtin College — Curtin University, Perth
• Curtin University Sydney
• Eynesbury — The University of Adelaide
and University of South Australia
• Hawthorn-Melbourne
• La Trobe Melbourne — La Trobe University
• La Trobe University Sydney Campus
• MIBT — Deakin University, Melbourne
• MQC — Macquarie University, Sydney
• Navitas English
• Navitas Health Skills Australia
• NCPS (Navitas College of Public Safety)
• Navitas Professional
• NIC — The University of Newcastle
• PIBT — Edith Cowan University, Perth
• QIBT — Griffith University,
Brisbane and the Gold Coast
• SAE Institutions — Perth, Sydney,
Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Byron Bay
• SAIBT — University of South
Australia, Adelaide
• SIBT — Macquarie University, Sydney
• FIC — Simon Fraser University, Vancouver
• ICM — the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg
• SAE Institute, South Africa
United Kingdom
• ACBT — Edith Cowan University, Sri Lanka
• Curtin Singapore (The Singapore
Campus of Curtin University)
• SAE Institutions — Indonesia, Malaysia,
Singapore, Thailand
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BCUIC — Birmingham City University
CRIC — Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge
EIC — Edinburgh Napier University
HIC — University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
ICP — University of Portsmouth
ICRGU — Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
ICWS — Swansea University
LBIC — Brunel University London
PUIC — Plymouth University
SAE Institutions — Oxford, London,
Liverpool, Glasgow
United States of America
• Navitas at FAU — Florida Atlantic University
• Navitas at UMass Boston —
University of Massachusetts Boston
• Navitas at UMass Dartmouth —
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
• Navitas at UMass Lowell —
University of Massachusetts Lowell
• Navitas at UNH —
University of New Hampshire
• Navitas at WKU —
Western Kentucky University (WKU)
• SAE Institutions — Chicago, Atlanta,
Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York,
San Francisco
Asia
Central America
• SAE Institute, Mexico
Europe
• SAE Institutions — Austria, Belgium, France,
Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands,
Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Turkey
Middle East
• SAE Institutions — Jordan, Saudi Arabia, UAE
New Zealand
• SAE Institute, Auckland
• UCIC — University of Canterbury, Christchurch
Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT) are affiliated organisations and are not owned by Navitas Limited.
NAVITAS USA: These schools are authorised under federal law to enrol non-immigrant alien students.
Registered Company names and CRICOS provider codes: SAE Institute Pty Ltd 00312F; Navitas Bundoora Pty Ltd trading as La Trobe Melbourne 03312D; La Trobe University 00115M (VIC), Australian Campus Network Pty Limited; La Trobe
University 00115M (NSW); Colleges of Business and Technology (WA) Pty Ltd; Curtin University 00301J (WA), Colleges of Business and Technology (NSW) Pty Ltd trading as Curtin Sydney; Curtin University 02637B (NSW); Educational Enterprises
Australia Pty Ltd trading as Eynesbury 00561M; The University of Adelaide 00123M; Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01590J; Deakin University 00113B; Perth Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01312J; Edith
Cowan University 00279B; Queensland Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01737F; Griffith University 00233E; South Australian Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 02193C; University of South Australia 00121B; Sydney Institute
of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01576G; Macquarie University 00002J; IBT Sydney Pty Ltd trading as Macquarie City Campus; Newcastle International College 03293B;
The University of Newcastle 00109J. Navitas English: Courses are delivered by Navitas English Services Pty Ltd (ACN 002 069 730), CRICOS Provider 00289M; The Certificate IV in TESOL is delivered by Navitas English Pty Ltd (ACN 003 916 701),
CRICOS Provider 00031D. Centre for English Language in the University of South Australia 02193C; Hawthorn-Melbourne (Hawthorn Learning Pty Ltd, ACN 124 204 171) CRICOS provider code: 02931G; Navitas Professional Institute Pty Ltd
trading as Navitas College of Public Safety (NCPS) and Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). National CRICOS provider code: 01328A. UCIC NZQA Provider Number 7177. ICM CRA BN: 81210 5146; FIC CRA BN: 81210 5146. Company
Numbers: Birmingham City International College Ltd trading as Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) 07445570; CRIC 06407773; EIC 06822392; ICP 06770123; ICWS 6412162; HIBT Ltd trading as HIC 5163612; London IBT
Ltd. trading as London Brunel International College (LBIC); Plymouth Devon International College Ltd trading as Plymouth University International College (PUIC) 06822402; ICRGU 07154254. Navitas Limited ABN 69 109 613 309
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Education for your world
Navitas
at UMass Lowell
Wannalancit Mills
600 Suffolk Street, Suite 560
Lowell, MA 01854 USA
T +978 934 1961
F +978 934 1224
E AdmissionsUML@navitas.com
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This school is authorized under federal law
to enroll non-immigrant alien students.
The information contained in this guide is
correct at the time of publication; however,
Navitas at UMass Lowell reserves the right
to alter, amend or delete details at any time
without notice.
Selected photographs in this publication are:
© Paul Foley/Lightmoods
© UMass Lowell
This guide is provided free of charge.
Printed March 2015
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