For information on undergraduate degree programs not offered through Continuing & Professional Education, please contact the UMass Amherst Admissions Office.

In order to earn a degree, you must be formally admitted into a degree program (“matriculated”) either through UMass Amherst or through Continuing & Professional Education.

Undergraduate degree programs offered through Continuing & Professional Education:

• Bachelor of General Studies (BGS)
  • BGS with Individual Concentration (BGS-IC)
  • BGS/Fire Science
• Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management (Online)
• Nursing:
  • RN to BS in Nursing (Online)
  • Second Bachelor’s Track
• Bachelor of Business Administration (Online)
• University Without Walls

Application Process and Admissions Standards

The application instructions include specific information about the application processes for the C&PE undergraduate degree programs, as well as the admission standards, which vary by program.

• To download an application
• To download application instructions

For help with admissions: Academic advisors are available to help you plan your academic program and guide you through the admissions process.

To contact an advisor: Call 413-545-3430 or stop by 100 Venture Way, Suite 201, Hadley, MA.

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Evening hours by special arrangement. Walk-ins are welcome, or call ahead to avoid delays.

For more information: Continuing & Professional Education Admissions, 413-577-0746, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .