Waivers can make a UMass Amherst education more affordable for qualifying students by reducing class fees. Check the waivers listed below for specific requirements and restrictions.

General waiver requirements:

• Waivers should be submitted to the UMass Bursar's Office Attn: CPE, 215 Whitmore Bldg., 181 President's Dr., Amherst, MA 01003. 
• If you’re using a waiver, submit your authorized waiver form by mail or in person. Waivers cannot be accepted online, by fax or over the phone.  Only one waiver/discount can be used for each class.
• Waivers usually apply to class fees only. Additional fees, such as registration, or curriculum fees, as well as the balance of class fees not covered by the waiver, are the responsibility of the student. They will be billed to the student through the Bursar's Office. For more information on payment of fees click here.

State Tuition Remission For Eligible Massachusetts State Employees

A 50% reduction of class fees for full-time employees (25% reduction for part-time employees). Contact your Human Resources department for additional information and a tuition remission form.

Restrictions:

• Waiver does not cover the credit recording fee.

Massachusetts National Guard Welcome Home Bill

For active duty MA National Guard members enrolled in an eligible degree program. A Certificate of Eligibility from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Military Division is required at registration.

Categorical Tuition Waiver

100% reduction of class fees (non-Continuing & Professional Education (CPE) classes only) for:

• veterans
• Native Americans
• senior citizens
• active members of the armed forces stationed and residing in Massachusetts (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or National Guard)
• adopted children
• foster children
• Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC)

Restrictions:

• You must provide sufficient documentation.
• Waivers apply only to university scheduled classes that are state supported. They CANNOT be used for classes that are not state supported. Non state supported classes include fall and spring term classes offered through CPE, and all summer and winter session classes.
• Waivers do not cover registration and other fees.
• Waivers do not cover independent study, thesis, dissertation or internship credit.

Cooperating Teachers Waiver

Not accepted for CPE classes.

Waivers for UMass Amherst Graduate Assistants and Fellowship Recipients

Not accepted for CPE classes.