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GSSP
GLOBAL STUDENT
UMass Dartmouth
Navitas Global Student
SUCCESS PROGRAM Success Program
2019/2020
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE
UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program
WELCOME TO THE
UMASS DARTMOUTH
NAVITAS GLOBAL STUDENT
SUCCESS PROGRAM
At UMass Dartmouth, you will have the
opportunity to study at a Tier 1 national
research university that provides you with a
private college educational experience and
public university value.
You’ll gain the knowledge and practical

training needed for real-world success.
I am very pleased to welcome our international

students to the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
community. You are part of a rich learning and
living environment, and you will be encouraged and
challenged by faculty and staff who are committed to
your success.
UMass Dartmouth offers the academic resources of a

premier research university, with a level of personalized
teaching that is extraordinary. In addition to intellectual
capital, the university serves as a cultural, social and
economic catalyst in this region. Our faculty are
recognized nationally and internationally for their
scholarly and creative works.
Your adventure is about to begin. I look forward to

meeting you.
Mohammad Karim, Ph.D.
Provost
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
6 The university 26 Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas
10 Dartmouth and area Global Student Success Program (GSSP)
12 Life at UMass Dartmouth 34 Scholarships and bursaries
16 Your pathway to UMass Dartmouth 35 Tuition and fees
18 Student support 35 Academic calendar
20 Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas 36 Undergraduate program entry requirements

Global Student Success Program (GSSP) 37 Graduate program entry requirements
21 ESL at UMass Dartmouth 38 How to apply
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#113
Top public schools
U.S. News & World Report, 2018
TOP 11%
nationally for best value
college, based on return
on investment
PayScale.com
7,000
undergraduate
students
4
11
Fulbright Scholars
16:1
student-faculty
ratio
80+
fields of
undergraduate
study
57,411
alumni
60
countries
represented
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WORLD-CLASS
EDUCATION
UMass Dartmouth distinguishes itself as a vibrant
public research university dedicated to engaged learning
and innovative research, resulting in personal and
lifelong student success. The University serves as an
intellectual catalyst for economic, social and cultural
transformation on a global, national and regional scale.
AACSB
accredited
Best 295
business schools
The Princeton Review, 2017
CHARLTON COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

The goal of Charlton College of Business (CCB) is to help you develop the knowledge and skills you need to
be progressive business leaders and good citizens. The professors within the CCB combine strong academic
credentials and diverse corporate, entrepreneurial and consulting experience. The professors are passionate
about teaching business theory and the practical application of your knowledge. Student organizations like
Collegiate DECA and the International Business Association (IBA) give you an opportunity to practice your
business skills, have fun and make a difference.
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Photo courtesy of group game design project by UMassD students Cody Hidalgo, Pharoah Jackson and Mitchell Szmyt
Top 50
public animation
schools and colleges
in the U.S.
Animation Career Review, 2017
Top 17
U.S. colleges and
universities with textile
design programs
theartcareerproject.com, 2018
COLLEGE OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

CVPA, the College of Visual & Performing Arts, is a comprehensive college for art, design and music—with
bachelor’s and master’s programs that prepare students for careers in the arts and beyond. The facilities,
studios and galleries on the main UMass Dartmouth and New Bedford campuses are a source of pride for
the students and faculty, and celebrate the creative talents of individual members of the CVPA community.
UMass Dartmouth is also an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art
and Design (NASAD), the national accrediting body for the visual arts.
ABET
accredited
$3M
annual research
#137
best undergraduate engineering program
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
With a focus on students and a commitment to providing an enriched educational environment, the
College of Engineering creates and disseminates knowledge through research and teaching. The
faculty members within the College of Engineering are involved in world-class research sponsored
by national agencies and industry, in areas such as biomedical/healthcare engineering, composite
materials, computational/data science, energy/environmental engineering, intelligent systems, marine
technologies, wireless networks and communication. The College’s commitment to student success
begins with first-year programs and is sustained through excellent teaching and lab facilities and
culminates in opportunities to learn on the job, through research and in capstone programs. 7
IF YOU WANT
TO MAKE A
DIFFERENCE,
DO IT HERE
Our students take the knowledge they gain in the
classroom and apply it through internships, cooperative
education, team projects, hands-on research and
community service.
OUR GRADUATES SUCCEED

You’ll find UMass Dartmouth graduates at
some of the biggest businesses.
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Tier 1
National research
university
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE The engineering undergraduates participate in

UMass Dartmouth provides an opportunity for the senior capstone project to create a solution for
practical application of academic knowledge and an issue facing an outside company. Business
skills, while students earn academic credit in an students work on team projects that are often
internship. International students partner with the serving local clients with business concerns.
UMass Dartmouth International Student & Scholar
Center (ISSC) to determine eligibility for internships. OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING
The U.S. government’s Optional Practical Training
A faculty sponsor oversees students as they work (OPT) program offers international graduates
under the direction of a worksite supervisor at with a degree in a STEM discipline (science,
an off-campus company or agency or in an on- technology, engineering or math) the opportunity
campus department. Students work for 10-to-15 to stay and work in the U.S. for up to three years.
weeks and earn three credits that appear on the Participating in the OPT program gives graduates
student transcript. a significant advantage when looking for
permanent employment in the U.S. and abroad.
The range of experiences and settings is vast, Off-campus employment must meet the eligibility
including the arts, business, science, health, requirements to be considered as Optional Practical
information technology and government. While Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
internships may be paid or unpaid, they all create and must also allow students to gain practical
exciting ways to enrich one’s academic studies experience directly related to their field of study.
and gain valuable experience.
UMass Dartmouth offers other hands-on

experiences as well that enhance practical skills
and networking opportunities.
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DARTMOUTH, MA
YOUR NEW HOME
60 miles
to Boston, MA
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14 miles OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
to beaches Dartmouth is near some of the best beaches
on the East Coast. The closest beach is only
15 minutes away, which means you can enjoy
the atmosphere and fun of a coastal town.
The local area also offers many opportunities
for outdoor activities like hiking, beach
walking, whale watching, golf, ice hockey,
mountain biking, sailing and kayaking that
many students take advantage of through the
UMass Dartmouth student Outdoor Club.
The UMass Dartmouth

campus is located 26 miles
on the south coast of to Providence, RI
Massachusetts in the town
of Dartmouth.
CLIMATE
Dartmouth has a wonderfully diverse climate
With major cities like Boston
with warm, humid summers, cold winters
and Providence a short bus and mild spring and fall temperatures.
ride away, you really have the Dartmouth residents enjoy average
temperatures of 80°F (26°C) during the
best of both worlds — summer months. Spring and fall scenery
small-town safety and in New England is second to none, with
temperatures ranging from 50°F to 60°F
comforts, and big-city culture. (8°C–17°C). Temperatures average around
For you, Dartmouth could be 40°F (4°C) over the winter months.
where it all begins.
5 miles
CONVENIENCE to New Bedford, MA
Within a mile of campus, you’ll find
everything you need, from food to
electronics at stores like Stop & Shop,
Target and Walmart. The Dartmouth Mall
has 50 stores, including Macy’s and Old
Navy, as well as a 12-screen luxury movie
theater. The town also features many
of the famous U.S. chain restaurants, in
addition to restaurants serving food from
all over the world.
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LIFE @
UMASS
DARTMOUTH
180
organizations and
clubs on campus
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UMass Dartmouth is a unique opportunity for international
students to live and study on campus, experiencing the full
diversity of an American university setting.
EVENTS CENTER FOR RELIGIOUS AND
▪▪ International Student Gala SPIRITUAL LIFE
Staff of the Center for Religious and Spiritual
▪▪ Beach outings
Life coordinate religious activities and serve the
▪▪ Bowling spiritual needs of the University community.
▪▪ Ice skating Clergy from major religious denominations provide
opportunities for worship, spiritual direction and
▪▪ Apple picking counseling for students, faculty and staff.
▪▪ Holi celebration
▪▪ Shopping trips to Wrentham Premium Outlets
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
The University Health Service Center provides
▪▪ Sporting events health and medical services to all UMass
Dartmouth students during the academic year,
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS with most services fully covered by the student
▪▪ African Students Association insurance plan.
▪▪ Caribbean Student Association
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
▪▪ Chinese Club While enrolled in the UMass Dartmouth Navitas
▪▪ Chinese Student & Scholars Association Global Student Success Program (GSSP), you will
not be able to gain employment authorization to
▪▪ Cricket Club
work until you have met program requirements
▪▪ Engineering Without Borders and have been admitted into your degree
▪▪ Indian Student Association program. Once you matriculate into your degree
program, and so long as you maintain valid F-1
▪▪ Muslim Student Association status, you may work on campus with work
▪▪ Pakistani Student Association authorization from the International Student &
Scholar Center.
▪▪ Taiwanese Association
▪▪ United Latino Society
▪▪ Vietnamese Student Association
“ I would advise students to apply to the UMass

Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. They will get supportive classes
and it will make it easier to adapt to student life and the
different culture here. They taught me everything about
American culture and how to study here. The professors
are so nice and my schoolmates are very kind. There is
everything you want at the university—library, swimming
”
pool, gym and so on.
Jensen Wang, China

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RESIDENCE HALLS DINING
Undergraduate students are required to live All first year students will be enrolled in a platinum
on campus during the Undergraduate UMass meal plan that allows unlimited meals at UMass
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP, and will typically live in Dartmouth’s all-you-can-eat dining facility. There
the first-year halls on campus, sharing a double are several additional locations to choose from
room with their roommate. Students in the including dining halls, food carts and cafés that
Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP have the offer everything from made-to-order dinners, salad
option to live on or off campus. bars, grilled cuisine and traditional American fast
food options. The newly renovated Marketplace
The campus residence halls are each staffed by
offers a range of food from pizza, pasta, salad,
a Resident Director and Resident Assistants to
fresh sandwiches, fruit and desserts, as well as a
ensure a safe, interactive and comfortable
selection of Asian cuisine and Halal options.
living environment.
Residence halls are equipped with wireless high- CAMPUS SAFETY

speed internet access. Standard cable television and The UMass Dartmouth Police Department is a full
local and on-campus phone service are included in service, ‌MPAC Accredited Law Enforcement Agency
the room; however, you must purchase your own that provides a wide array of Police and Public
television and phone. All undergraduate residence Safety services to the University community, which
halls also have common TV/recreation rooms, laundry consists of a 710-acre main campus and five satellite
facilities and vending machines. campuses located in the cities of New Bedford and
Fall River. Officers are trained by the Massachusetts
TRANSPORTATION Police Training Council and are fully sworn officers
The university main campus is designed to be with full arrest powers. The Department of Public
walkable from one end to the other. A free shuttle Safety provides the following services:
bus can transport you around campus and down to
the New Bedford arts campus seven days a week ▪▪ Police
during the academic year. The shuttle makes regular
▪▪ Community policing programs
trips to the nearby shopping center as well. There’s
daily round-trip bus service from campus to Boston. ▪▪ Crime prevention and personal safety
Public transportation to nearby cities (Fall River and ▪▪ Safety escorts
New Bedford) is free to students enrolled at UMass
Dartmouth. From New Bedford you can catch ▪▪ Transportation for community members with
connecting bus service to other major U.S. cities. physical disabilities
▪▪ Informative presentations
For more information about living on campus:

umassd.edu/housing/livingoncampus
“ I always knew I was going to study in the U.S. My parents felt

that the United States was safer. I like the one-on-one attention.
In the UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP, there’s a bond. You really
know your professors and they know you. It’s a good transition
process for university. You are exposed to everything, but there is
”
still one-on-one attention. You are on the university.
Nneoma Ugwu, Nigeria

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: Engineering
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Daily round-trip bus service
from campus to Boston
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YOUR
PATHWAY
TO UMASS
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DARTMOUTH
UMASS DARTMOUTH NAVITAS GLOBAL
STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAM (GSSP)
UMass Dartmouth offers various programs for international
students designed to prepare them for university studies
in the U.S.
The UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP* offers ▪▪ You will receive the highest standards of
undergraduate and graduate programs. Both levels teaching — delivered by fully-qualified UMass
are designed to prepare international students for Dartmouth faculty.
the U.S. educational environment while earning
▪▪ You will be guaranteed the opportunity
university credit in a small class settings. Upon
to progress to the second year of your
successful completion of the program students
undergraduate degree program, or second
will enter their undergraduate or graduate degree
or third semester of your master’s degree
program at UMass Dartmouth.
program, when you successfully complete your
GSSP program and achieve the specified grade
▪▪ You have the opportunity to study and live on
point average (GPA) and any other conditions
the UMass Dartmouth campus as a student of
on your acceptance letter.
UMass Dartmouth from day one.
▪▪ You can receive academic credit on your DIRECT ADMISSION
UMass Dartmouth transcript for your Applicants who meet UMass Dartmouth’s
Undergraduate and Graduate UMass undergraduate or graduate admission
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP academic courses. requirements may apply through the UMass
Navitas GSSP.
▪▪ You have the flexibility of three start dates
each year, with the option to begin your
studies in January, May or September.
Undergraduate Direct Entry

High School
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
(Year 12 or equivalent)
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP

High School Undergraduate
UMass Dartmouth Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
(Year 12 or equivalent)
Navitas GSSP = Year 1
Graduate Direct Entry

Completion Master’s
of recognized
undergraduate degree* degree program
Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP

Completion Graduate Master’s
of recognized UMass Dartmouth
undergraduate degree* Navitas GSSP degree program
* Subject to meeting GPA requirements

* Navitas is an affiliated educational provider of UMass Dartmouth.
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HELPING YOU
EACH STEP OF
THE WAY
We understand the transition to university study in the United
States can be difficult for international students. The UMass
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP team is here to support you with
any challenges you may encounter during your academic
career. We are here to help you develop the skills necessary to
succeed socially, academically and professionally.
LEARNING AND
ACADEMIC STUDY SUPPORT 24/7 EMERGENCY
ADVISING ASSISTANCE
ACADEMIC
PERFORMANCE WRITING LABS
MONITORING
SUPPORT PROVIDED
SOCIAL
TUTORING
ACTIVITIES
PROFESSIONALISM CAREER
SUPPORT COUNSELING
STUDENT
ORIENTATION
LEADERSHIP WELFARE
OPPORTUNITIES
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“ I do think that the university-level education here in the U.S. is
better than anywhere else in the world. I like UMass Dartmouth
because of the Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP).
I could enroll here as an international student and have time to
”
adjust to a university environment.
Juan Felipe Motta, Colombia

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: Business
(Operations Management)
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UNDERGRADUATE
UMASS DARTMOUTH NAVITAS
GLOBAL STUDENT SUCCESS
PROGRAM (GSSP)
Attracting students from
more than 50 countries,
The Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth thus providing a rich
Navitas GSSP is equivalent to the first year of cultural mix, the Navitas
Global Student Success
a bachelor’s degree. Program will allow you
to follow thousands
The UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP, semesters, depending on their of successful students
an affiliated educational provider academic and English language who have achieved their
of UMass Dartmouth, consists of entry requirements (refer to table educational ambitions at
for-credit courses and provides an on page 36). All incoming students UMass Dartmouth—
academic and cultural bridge from will be required to take English and a vibrant public university
your high school experience to mathematics placement tests to providing a very
studying for a university degree in determine their initial schedule. personalized academic
the United States. Upon successful environment.”
completion of the Undergraduate To meet the needs of academically
UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP, you advanced students, a two-semester Mary Fleming
will move directly into the second Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Executive Director
year of your chosen undergraduate Navitas GSSP has been developed UMass Dartmouth
degree program. to help students quickly progress Navitas Global Student
Success Program (GSSP)
through year one, while offering
PROGRAM DURATION the same support and benefits as
Students may complete the the three-semester Undergraduate
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP.
Navitas GSSP in two, three or four
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: 2 Semesters (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 75)
Undergraduate UMass Undergraduate UMass
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Year 2 - UMass Dartmouth
Semester 1 Semester 2
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: 3 Semesters - 1 year (IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 70)
Undergraduate UMass Undergraduate UMass Undergraduate UMass
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Dartmouth Navitas GSSPS Dartmouth Navitas GSSPS Year 2 - UMass Dartmouth
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: 3 Semesters with

Academic English - 1 year (IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 59)
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate UMass Undergraduate UMass
Navitas GSSP with Academic Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Year 2 - UMass Dartmouth
English: Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
ESL + Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: 4 Semesters (IELTS 4.5 / TOEFL 49)
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate UMass Undergraduate UMass
ESL Navitas GSSP with Academic Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Dartmouth Navitas GSSP Year 2 - UMass Dartmouth
English: Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
Please refer to page 36 for academic and English language entry requirements for each study plan option.
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ESL AT UMASS DARTMOUTH
AMERICAN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES
INSTITUTE (ALCI)
The ESL program provides students with the English
language and academic skills to succeed in the UMass
Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP).
The mission of the ALCI is to promote the Program benefits include:
development of grammatical accuracy,
academic reading and writing skills, listening ▪▪ a variety of classes and instructors
comprehension, cultural awareness and ▪▪ student excursions, community involvement
pronunciation in English. The American and travel in New England
Language & Cultures Institute (ALCI) at UMass
Dartmouth combines preparation for success in ▪▪ students work closely with instructors to
a college or university classroom with intensive create a personalized study plan
English study. Students experience a curriculum ▪▪ 20-24 hours of classes per week, Monday
that focuses on academic study skills, university through Friday
majors and hands-on coursework. The course
plan focuses on academic and social situations,
as well as explores topics from the local region,
the U.S. and around the world.
Semester start dates Spring: January | Summer: May | Fall: September
Duration 1-2 semesters,* 20-24 hours of class per week
Academic requirements Minimum 2.0 GPA; refer to page 36 for country specific requirements
English language requirements IELTS 4.5 / TOEFL iBT 49 / Pearson 38
Progression requirements Successful portfolio review / Successful coursework completion
UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: 3 Semesters with Academic English (see page 36)
*Based on placement and with opportunity for second semester, depending on progress.
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Semester start dates
January, May, September
Duration
Two or three semesters
Undergraduate program entry
requirements
Refer to page 36
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth
Navitas GSSP academic entry
requirements by country
Refer to page 36
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)
ARTS & SCIENCES

Almost half of the students at UMass Dartmouth pursue majors in the College of Arts & Sciences. A liberal
arts education prepares you to analyze information, develop creative solutions and then communicate your
ideas — skills that are highly valued in any career.
3 semester program sample Program information

Semester 1 Credits
Credit hours:
ALC 100 American Language & Cultures -
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP credit
GSSP 098 Integrated University Learning Skills - hours applied to degree: 27-30
MUS 101 Introduction to Music 3 Remaining credit hours to complete degree program:
SOA 101 Introduction to Sociology 3 90-93
LEAD Leadership Exploration and Development Program - Progression requirement:
Total credits 6 • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater
Semester 2
Note:
ENL 101 Critical Reading & Writing I 3 Courses offered during the UMass Dartmouth Navitas
MTH 146 Finite Math 3 GSSP are a part of the required UMass Dartmouth
CHM 130 Chemistry and the Environment 3 University Studies curriculum. Student schedules may
vary based on semester offerings, English and math
HST 103 World History 3
proficiency upon entry. Course offerings may change
Total credits 12 without notice.
Semester 3
ENL 102 Critical Reading & Writing II 3
MIS 101 The Business Organization 3
MLS 106 Contemporary Topics in Human Ecology 3
PHL 110 Principals of Critical Thinking 3
Total credits 12
Total program credits 30
Entry to second year of your UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Arts and Sciences degree program
▪▪ BA, Crime and ▪▪ BA, History ▪▪ BA, Philosophy ▪▪ BA, Women’s and
Justice Studies ▪▪ BA, International Politics ▪▪ BA, Political Science Gender Studies
▪▪ BA, Economics ▪▪ BA, Liberal Arts ▪▪ BA, Psychology ▪▪ BS, Biology
▪▪ BA, English, French, Spanish ▪▪ BS, Marine Biology ▪▪ BA, Sociology & ▪▪ BS, Chemistry/Biochemistry
or Portuguese ▪▪ BS, Medical Laboratory Anthropology ▪▪ BS, Data Science
▪▪ BA, Health and Society Science ▪▪ BA or BS, Mathematics
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Duration
requirements
Refer to page 36
Refer to page 36
BUSINESS
The Charlton College of Business (CCB) strives to create future business leaders and good citizens for the
region and the world, by offering business programs that emphasize an excellent education, integrity, a
strong work ethic and the application of business concepts to practice.

Semester 1 Credits Credit hours:
ALC 100 American Language & Cultures - Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP credit
hours applied to degree: 27-30
GSSP 098 Integrated University Learning Skills -
Remaining credit hours to complete degree program:
MUS 101 Introduction to Music 3
90-93
SOA 101 Introduction to Sociology 3
Progression requirement:
LEAD Leadership Exploration and Development Program -
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater
Total credits 6
Note:
Semester 2
Courses offered during the UMass Dartmouth Navitas
ENL 101 Critical Reading & Writing I 3 GSSP are a part of the required UMass Dartmouth
MTH 146 Finite Math 3 University Studies curriculum. Student schedules may
CHM 130 Chemistry and the Environment 3 vary based on semester offerings, English and math
proficiency upon entry. Course offerings may change
HST 103 World History 3 without notice.
Total credits 12
Semester 3
MIS 101 The Business Organization 3
ECO 23X Micro/Macro Economics 3
Total credits 12
Entry to second year of your UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business degree program
▪▪ BS, Accounting ▪▪ BS, Management ▪▪ BS, Management

▪▪ BS, Business Undecided ▪▪ Organizational leadership Information Systems
▪▪ BS, Finance ▪▪ Small business and entrepreneurship BS, Marketing
▪▪ BS, Operations Management
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Duration
requirements
Refer to page 36
Refer to page 36
ENGINEERING
Your engineering courses will be dynamic and practical. You’ll participate in team activities, projects and
assignments. Your professors will be on the cutting-edge of research, and you’ll be right there with them.

ALC 100 American Language & Cultures - Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP
credit hours applied to degree: 27-30
MTH 150 Pre-Calculus* 3
90-93
Total credits 6
Semester 2 Note:
ENL 101 Critical Reading & Writing I 3
GSSP are a part of the required UMass Dartmouth
MTH 151 Calculus I* 4 University Studies curriculum. Student schedules may
MUS 101 Introduction to Music 3 vary based on semester offerings, English and math
PHL 110 Principals of Critical Thinking 3 proficiency upon entry. Course offerings may change
without notice.
Total credits 13
Semester 3
MTH 152 Calculus II* 4
PHY 113 Classical Physics 4
Total credits 11
Entry to second year of your UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Engineering degree program
▪▪ BS,Bioengineering ▪▪ BS, Computer and Information Science –– BS, Manufacturing

–– BS,Biomedical Engineering –– Software Engineering ▪▪ BS, Physics
▪▪ BS, Civil and Environmental Engineering ▪▪ BS, Data Science –– BS, Astronomy/Astrophysics
▪▪ BS, Computer Engineering ▪▪ BS, Electrical Engineering
–– Cybersecurity ▪▪ BS, Mechanical Engineering
* Students majoring in Engineering will be required to take a math placement test upon arrival to determine appropriate placement in college level math courses. Students who place at or
below. Pre-Calculus level may require up to one year of additional studies upon matriculation into the degree program.
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Duration
requirements
Portfolio review, for academic entry
requirements refer to page 36
Refer to page 36
VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

The College of Visual & Performing Arts (CVPA) will help you develop and showcase your talent. It’s a tight-
knit community of artists, scholars and musicians working together to inspire and breed creativity. You’ll
work in studios with equipment that enables you to realize your imagination.

ALC 100 American Language & Cultures - Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP credit
hours applied to degree: 27-30
MUS 101 Introduction to Music 3
90-93
Total credits 6
Semester 2 Note:
ENL 101 Critical Reading & Writing I 3
GSSP are a part of the required UMass Dartmouth
FOU 140 Digital Essential 1 University Studies curriculum. Student schedules may
CHM 130 Chemistry and the Environment 3 vary based on semester offerings, English and math
PHL 110 Principals of Critical Thinking 3 proficiency upon entry. Course offerings may change
without notice.
Total credits 10
Semester 3 Required portfolio must include twelve (12) pieces of
ENL 102 Critical Reading & Writing II 3 original art (any materials, any media, any purposes).
FOU 120 2D Form & Surface: 2D Workshop 2 Students applying to the music program must provide
an audition recording for departmental review.
HST 103 World History 3
Total credits 11
Entry to second year of your UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Visual and Performing Arts degree program
▪▪ BFA, Artisanry –– Digital Media ▪▪ BFA, Drawing

–– Jewelry/ Metals –– Photography ▪▪ BFA, Painting
–– Textile Design/ Fiber Arts ▪▪ BFA, Fine Arts ▪▪ BFA, Printmaking
–– Ceramics –– Painting & 2D Studies ▪▪ BFA, Art Education
▪▪ BFA Visual Design –– Sculpture & 3D Studies ▪▪ BA, Art History
–– Graphic Design ▪▪ BA, Music
–– Illustration –– Music Education
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GRADUATE
UMASS DARTMOUTH NAVITAS
GLOBAL STUDENT SUCCESS
PROGRAM (GSSP)*
The Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas
Global Student Success Program (GSSP) is
designed for students who have completed
a bachelor’s degree but need additional
academic support to gain entry into either
the Charlton College of Business or the
College of Engineering.
STUDY AT A WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH INSTITUTION
Our programs emphasize professional and technical fields, with
important links to the vitality of the region’s economy. At UMass
Dartmouth, research and teaching are complementary and mutually
reinforcing. Talented professors/teachers bring the excitement of their
research, creative and professional activities into the classroom.
▪▪ guaranteed progression to either the Charlton College of Business or

College of Engineering upon successful completion of the Graduate
UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP
▪▪ great value for the money, with competitively priced tuition fees
▪▪ the highest standards of teaching — delivered by fully qualified
University professors/teachers
“ My journey has been amazing. I have met so many people from

different countries and improved my networking skills. Education
here is very practical-based. The courses are very technical, but very
interesting at the same time. There are lots of opportunities on
weekends to mingle with classmates. It’s beyond words. Initially I
was homesick, but later I was so busy I didn’t have time to think
”
about that! I keep in touch with my family through video-chat.
Pranay Vatsal, India

UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: MBA
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Top 15
schools nationwide for master’s
degrees in physics among institutions
granting the MS—and is the only such
school in the Northeast
American Physical Society
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Duration
One semester
Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas
GSSP academic requirements
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GSSP language requirements
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Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)
BUSINESS
The Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP in MS IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
Business prepares students to progress to master’s Graduates of the Healthcare Management program
degree programs in accounting, finance, technology will be prepared to lead their organizations by acquiring
management or healthcare management and prepares the technical and human relations skills needed to put
students for in-demand jobs and successful careers. administrative policies and plans into practice.
MS IN ACCOUNTING MS IN TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Graduates will be prepared with the content The MS in Technology Management (MSTM) is
specifications of the CPA and Certified Management designed to help engineers and business managers
Accounting (CMA) exams. appreciate and comprehend the complexity of
management challenges in today’s technology driven
MS IN FINANCE and globalized business world.
The MSF offers a high-quality, well-rounded program
to equip students with the financial knowledge,
experience and skills they need to stand out in a
competitive global market.
Graduate GSSP components Program information

Semester 1 Course title Credits Credit hours:
ACT 500 Financial Accounting 3 • Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP credit hours
applied to degree: 3
FIN 500 Finance and Economics for Managers 3
• Remaining credit hours to complete degree program: 27*
POM 500 Statistical Analysis 3
Progression requirements:
MGT 650 Advanced Organizational Behavior 3
• GPA of 3.0 or better
GSSP 501 Academic Skills Building for Graduate Students - • No grades below (B-)
Total semester credits 12 • GMAT score of 400 or greater (waived with a Graduate UMass
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP program GPA of 3.3 or greater)
Foundation credits 9
Graduate credits 3
Entry to UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business master’s degree program
▪▪ MS, Accounting ▪▪ MS, Healthcare Management

▪▪ MS, Finance ▪▪ MS, Technology Management
28 *A minimum of 27 credits remain to complete a degree program within the Charlton College of Business after completion of the UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. Note that additional credits
may be required for select degree programs as well as for students who enroll in a second concentration.
Duration
One semester
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MBA
The Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP MBA, obtain, and offers numerous different concentrations
in the Charlton College of Business, is a one-semester and contemporary business options including
program designed for students who have completed international business, marketing, public management
a bachelor’s degree but need additional academic and sustainable development.
and/or English support to gain entry to the UMass
Dartmouth MBA. These courses incorporate interdisciplinary and case-
based materials, giving candidates the knowledge and
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program skills necessary to oversee complex business operations.
is designed for those seeking management careers in Upon completion of the core courses, candidates may
business and industry. UMass Dartmouth’s diverse then concentrate in the field that matches their interests
international faculty and vibrant learning community and career goals. Business concentrations provide the
Private college educational experience and public foundation for students to enhance both their own
university value—all within reach. The MBA program and their company’s performance by strengthening
at UMass Dartmouth is AACSB accredited, the highest knowledge in specific areas.
international accreditation a business program can

MGT 650 Advanced Organizational Behavior 3
• GMAT score of 400 or greater (waived with a Graduate UMass
Total semester credits 12
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP program GPA of 3.3 or greater)
Graduate credits 3
▪▪ MBA, concentrations in: –– Finance –– Marketing

–– Accounting –– General MBA –– Leadership
–– Business Analytics –– Healthcare Management –– Public Management
–– Environmental Policy –– International Business –– Supply Chain Management and
Information Systems
*A minimum of 27 credits remain to complete a degree program within the Charlton College of Business after completion of the UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. Note that additional
credits may be required for select degree programs as well as for students who enroll in a second concentration.
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STEM Duration
Approved One semester

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MBA BUSINESS ANALYTICS

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) different concentrations and contemporary business
program at UMass Dartmouth is designed for options. These courses incorporate interdisciplinary
those seeking management careers in the business and case-based materials, giving candidates the
industry. UMass Dartmouth’s diverse international knowledge and skills necessary to oversee complex
faculty and vibrant learning community provide you business operations.
with a world-class education.
Upon completion of the core MBA courses,
The MBA Business Analytics program is AACSB candidates may then concentrate in the field that
accredited, the highest international accreditation a matches their interests and career goals, including
business program can obtain, and offers numerous Business Analytics.

MGT 650 Information Technology Management 3
• GMAT score of 400 or greater (waived with a Graduate
Total semester credits 12 UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP program GPA of 3.3
or greater)
Graduate credits 3
Business Analytics courses at ▪▪ Business Intelligence and ▪▪ Information Technology

UMass Dartmouth include: Knowledge Management Management
▪▪ Applied Business Analytics and
▪▪ Business Analytics and Data Mining ▪▪ Special Topics
Information Visualization
*A minimum of 27 credits remain to complete a degree program within the Charlton College of Business after completion of the UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. Note that additional credits
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STEM Duration
Approved One semester

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TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
The Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP in innovative solutions and help lead any organization
Technology Management supports engineers who in a dynamic, technology-driven, and competitive
would like to advance their career in management, global business environment. The program offers
and business managers who are facing the a unique combination of operations management
challenge of implementing complicated enterprise- and management information system courses. Its
level systems. This STEM-designated program is technological perspectives will inspire students to
designed to prepare students for the complexity create innovative solutions to problems and execute
of the management challenges in today’s business inventive new operational strategies.
world by teaching how to rapidly respond with

MGT 650 Information Technology Management 3
• GMAT score of 400 or greater (waived with a Graduate
Total semester credits 12 UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP program GPA of 3.3
or greater)
Graduate credits 3
Technology Management courses ▪▪ Business Analytics and Data Mining ▪▪ Enterprise Systems:
at UMass Dartmouth include: ▪▪ Technology Management Strategies Theory and Practice
▪▪ Advanced Project Management ▪▪ Information Technology ▪▪ Strategic Management
▪▪ Advanced Operations Analysis
Management ▪▪ Marketing Strategy
▪▪ Logistics Strategy and Management
▪▪ Business Intelligence and
Knowledge Management
*A minimum of 27 credits remain to complete a degree program within the Charlton College of Business after completion of the UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. Note that additional credits
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September & January
Duration
Two semesters
Graduate UMass Dartmouth
Navitas GSSP academic
requirements
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Navitas GSSP language
requirements
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ENGINEERING
The Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP in but need additional academic and/or English language
Engineering is a two-semester program designed for support to gain entry to the Master of Science degree
students who have completed a bachelor’s degree programs within the College of Engineering.

COE 3XX Foundation course 3 • Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP credit hours applied to
COE 4XX Foundation course 3 degree: 9
COE 5XX Graduate course 3
GSSP 501 Academic Skills Building for Graduate Students - Progression requirements:
• GPA of 3.0 or better†
Semester 2 Course title Credits
COE 4XX Foundation course 3
GSSP 502 Research Methods & Academic Communication -
Graduate credits 9
Entry to UMass Dartmouth College of Engineering master’s degree program
▪▪ MS, Civil and –– Distributed and ▪▪ MS, Mechanical Engineering

Environmental Engineering Parallel Systems –– Thermal and Fluid Sciences
–– Environmental and Water –– Microprocessors –– Manufacturing
Resources Engineering –– Fault-Tolerant Computing –– Material Science
–– Structural and Geotechnical ▪▪ MS, Electrical Engineering –– Robotics and Control Systems
–– Transportation Engineering –– Applied Acoustics –– Solid Mechanics and Dynamics
▪▪ MS, Computer Engineering –– Applied Electromagnetics ▪▪ MS, Physics
–– Computer Systems –– Electronics and –– Computational Physics
Specification, Analysis, Design Solid State Devices –– Oceanography
and Performance Assessment –– Signal and Systems –– Astrophysics
–– Database Systems Networking
* Students are not eligible for employment during the UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. † Only graduate-level classes in which students earn grades of a B or better will count toward their
32 master’s degree. For two specific courses in Mechanical Engineering, MNE 501 (EAS 501) and MNE 502 (EAS 502), a grade of B- will count toward the degree, as it is the minimum grade
requirement for student matriculation into the master’s program.
September & January
Duration
One semester
Navitas GSSP academic
requirements
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Navitas GSSP language
requirements
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ENGINEERING - COMPUTER SCIENCE (CIS)

The Computer Science master’s program at UMass knowledge by working on realistic scale projects, learn
Dartmouth gives graduates a broad and deep to conduct independent research, and present their
knowledge of computer science by offering a strong results in oral and written forms. They graduate with
core program with a wide selection of elective courses. the knowledge and skills required to develop and design
The program maintains a balance between theory, high quality computer systems and application software
systems, and applications, with an emphasis on software in the rapidly changing field of Computer Science.
development. Students within this program gain
Graduate GSSP components* Program information

CIS 3XX Foundation course 3 • Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP credit hours
CIS 4XX Foundation course 3 applied to degree: 3-6
• Remaining credit hours to complete degree program: 24-27
CIS XXX Foundation/ Graduate course 3
CIS 5XX Graduate course 3 Progression requirements:
• GPA of 3.0 or better†
GSSP 501 Academic Skills Building for Graduate Students -
Foundation credits 6/9
Graduate credits 6/3
Entry to UMass Dartmouth College of Engineering–Computer Science master’s degree program
▪▪ MS, Computer and Information Science –– Computer Network and Security

–– Software Engineering –– Database Design
–– Artificial Intelligence, Neural Computing, Robotics
* Please note that these are example course listings and actual student schedules are subject to vary based on semester course offerings, program term and students’ undergraduate
background. † Only graduate level classes in which students earn grades of a B or better will count toward the master’s degree ‡ Students who lack sufficient computer science background
may be required to take additional foundation courses.
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
Each year through the UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global
Student Success Program (GSSP) academic merit scholarship
program, several scholarships are awarded worldwide to
students currently studying in our programs and at our
partnership institutions.
GLOBAL STUDENT AWARD OF EXCELLENCE UMASS DARTMOUTH NAVITAS GSSP
The UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP is committed INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARS AWARD
to helping you achieve your academic and The International Scholarship is awarded by
professional goals. To recognize outstanding UMass Dartmouth in collaboration with UMass
academic achievement and university Dartmouth Navitas GSSP for its students. The
engagement, the UMass Dartmouth Navitas number of these awards are limited per intake/
GSSP provides a limited number of merit- academic year.
based scholarships each semester to continuing On being awarded an International Scholarship,
students who maintain their enrollments in the students will gain USD $3,000 towards their
UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP. Scholarship UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP tuition. Through
applicants must demonstrate academic excellence the collaboration with UMass Dartmouth, these
and commitment to fostering intercultural International Scholarships are eligible for renewal
understanding through their active engagement for a maximum of an additional three years, for
within the university community to be eligible. students maintaining a cumulative GPA, equaling
For more information, talk to a UMass Dartmouth a 3.0 or greater.
Navitas GSSP advisor, or visit UMDNavitasGSSP.com
and search “scholarships.” Additional terms and conditions of this scholarship
are as follows:
FAMILY BURSARIES
▪▪ On being granted this award a reduction of
UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP offers financial
$3,000 will be guaranteed and deducted from
support in the form of family bursaries. A bursary
2nd and 3rd semester tuition payments during
applies where two or more students from the same
the students Undergraduate GSSP enrollment.
family study with a partner institution.*
▪▪ For continuation of the International
The bursary is equivalent to 10 percent of the tuition
Scholarship, students must maintain full-time
fee for up to eight classes of study within one
status and successfully complete the UMass
program. The bursary does not apply to additional
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP and matriculate into
classes or repeat units that may also be undertaken.†
UMass Dartmouth with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
▪▪ This scholarship does not cover Consortium or
Online and Continuing Education courses.
* The GSSP family bursary and academic merit scholarships are offered to students studying at ACBT, AUSI, BCUIC, Curtin College, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, Deakin College, EIBT, EIC,
Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe Melbourne, La Trobe University Sydney Campus, LBIC, FAU GSSP, RBC GSSP, UMass Boston Navitas GSSP, UMass Dartmouth
Navitas GSSP, UMass Lowell Navitas GSSP, UNH GSSP, U of I GSSP, VCU GSSP, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT and UCIC only. For the purpose of this bursary, a family member is defined
as a husband, wife, brother, sister, mother, father, son, daughter or stepchild.
† 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 University
Transfer Program Stage II or Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP).
The bursary is not applicable to any English language program or any component of an English language program offered by a 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 the GSSP staff.
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YOUR INVESTMENT
2019/20 COST OF ATTENDANCE*
Tuition† Duration Fee
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student 2 or 3 semesters $29,939
Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student 3 semesters $4,058 (plus additional cost
Success Program (GSSP) + Academic English of Undergraduate UMass
Dartmouth Navitas GSSP)
Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student MBA, MS Computer & Information Science (1 semester) $14,870
Success Program (GSSP) MS Engineering, MS Physics (2 semesters) $22,305
ESL + Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global 4 semesters $6,630
Student Success Program (GSSP)
Other fees and charges§
Mandatory fees: Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas 2 or 3 semesters $3,331
GSSP
Mandatory fees: Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP MBA, MS Computer & Information Science (1 semester) $1,681
MS Engineering, MS Physics (2 Semesters) $3,331
Mandatory medical insurance Per year $2,277
Accommodation Per year $11,035
Meal plan Per year $4,661
* All costs are in US$. † Students will be charged per credit; actual cost may be higher or lower depending on specific course choices. Tuition, fees and charges
are subject to change. ‡ Based on 30 credits. § Fees and charges listed are current in 2018 and will be subject to increase in 2019, for the most up-to-
date listings, please visit UMDNavitasGSSP.com. Additional $175-350 mandatory fees apply for students not studying in the Charlton College of Business.
PROGRAM FEES Please note: The following items do not meet the
▪▪ international student fee state’s criteria for comparable insurance coverage:
▪▪ orientation fee ▪▪ foreign (international) health insurance
▪▪ transcript fee ▪▪ uncompensated Care Pool (free care)
▪▪ college fee ADDITIONAL COSTS

HEALTH INSURANCE In addition to your tuition, accommodation
In accordance with the State of Massachusetts and meal fees, you will need to plan for other
Qualifying Student Health Insurance Program, expenses that can include books, transportation,
students must join the UMass Dartmouth Student telecommunications, recreation and
Health Insurance Plan. entertainment. Costs will vary depending on your
personal requirements.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Program Classes end
Year Intake Arrival Orientation start date (including exams)
2019 Spring 16 January 17 Jan - 18 Jan 21 January 9 May
2019 Summer 22 May 23 May - 24 May 28 May 9 August
2019 Fall 27 August 28 Aug - 30 Aug 4 September 17 December
2020 Spring 15 January 16 Jan - 17 Jan 20 January 7 May
Note: Semester dates are subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date listings, visit UMDNavitasGSSP.com.
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM ACADEMIC AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
Undergraduate GSSP: Undergraduate GSSP: Undergraduate GSSP: ESL + Undergraduate
2 semesters* 3 semesters 3 semesters with English GSSP: 4 semesters Direct entry
Academic Completion of Year 12 (or Completion of Year 12 (or Completion of Year 12 (or Completion of Year 12 (or Completion of Year 12
qualification equivalent) equivalent) equivalent) equivalent) (or equivalent)
Minimum GPA 2.0 GPA 2.0 GPA 2.0 GPA 2.0 GPA Varies by program
SAT/ACT required? NO NO NO NO YES
IELTS 6.0 (with no band lower than 5.5 (with no band lower than 5.0 (with no band lower than 4.5 (with no band lower than 6.5
5.5) 5.0) 4.5) 4.0)
TOEFL iBT 75 70 59 49 79
GCE O-levels/SPM B C5 D E n/a
HKDSE English: Level 4 English: Level 3 English: Level 2 English: Level 2 n/a
Pearson Versant 56 50 (with no band lower than 45) 46 (with no band lower than 38) 38 n/a
* Program is only offered in the fall.
UNDERGRADUATE GSSP ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS BY COUNTRY

This table is a guide to eligibility for the Undergraduate GSSP program. An equivalent of a U.S. GPA of 2.0 or above, and proof of high school completion are required. Students are also
required to submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended beyond high school whether seeking to transfer credit or not. GSSP reserves the right to conduct a
full GPA calculation to determine eligibility.
Qualifications* Qualifications*
Argentina Bachiller with a 6 Panama Diploma de Bachiller with a 71% or higher
Australia Year 12 with a C or 50% average or higher Peru Bachillerato Académic with 11
Azerbaijan Certificate of Complete Secondary Education with 3 average Philippines High School Diploma with 80% or 2.74/5
Bahrain Secondary School Leaving Certificate with C, Average or 50% Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari/General Secondary Education Certificate with 55% average
Qatar
or 3/5
Bangladesh Higher Secondary Certificate with a C, 40% or 2/5
Attestat o srednem (polnom) obschem obrazovanii (Certificate of Secondary Education)
Botswana Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education with a Pass Class or D average Russia
with a 3 average
Brazil Brazilian Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Certificado de Ensino Médio) with a 5 Saudi Arabia Senior Certificate Matriculation with 65%
Brunei Pass class Singapore See GCE O Level requirements
Cambodia Baccalauréat (Baccalaureate) with a D or Satisfactory South Africa National Senior Certificate with a 50% average or 4
Canada Successful completion of grade 12 with C average South Korea Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo (High School Certificate) with Rank 6 average
Chile Licencia de Educación Media (academic) with 4 or higher Sri Lanka GCE O Levels with C or Credit Pass
China Senior Middle School Graduate Certificate with a 70% average or higher Sweden Avgångsbetyg with 3 average or G grade (Godkänd)
Colombia Título de Bachiller with 6 or Basic Taiwan Senior High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% average
Ecuador Bachiller with a 7 Tanzania East Africa GCE with C or 3/5 or Pass Class or E5
Egypt General Secondary Education Certificate with a 50% average or pass Thailand Matayom VI or Certificate of Secondary Education with 60% average or 2/4
Fiji Fiji School Leaving Certificate (Form 6) with a 6 average Lise Diplomasi/General Secondary School Diploma with a minimum C or 55% or
Turkey
France Baccalauréat Général with an overall score of 10 Orta or 3
Ghana West African Senior School Certificate with a C6 average UAE General Secondary Education Certificate with a 70% average or C
Hong Kong HKDSE overall average at a minimum level 2 Uganda Uganda Certificate of Education with 8 average
India Higher/Senior Secondary Certificate with C2, 6 or 40% average Attestat with Grade 4 or higher on the 12 point scale or Attestat with Grade 3 or higher
Ukraine
Indonesia STTB with an average of 6 or 56 or Cukup/Moderate on the 5 point scale
Iran Diplom with 12 average United
See GCE O Level and AS/A Level requirements
Kingdom
Israel Teudat Bagrut with 55% average
USA Successful completion of Year 12 with GPA of 2.0
Japan Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shosho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with 3 average
Jordan Tawjihi (Academic)/General Secondary Education Certificate with 70% average Vietnam Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Trung Học Phổ Thong (Diploma of Completion of Secondary
School) with a minimum score of 5
Kazakhstan Successful completion of Attestat with 3 average
Zambia Zambia School Certificate Exam/GCE with 6 or Credit
Kenya Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a C or 6 average or higher
Zimbabwe GCE with 5 or C or Credit
Kuwait Completion of Tawjihiyah with 72% average
Other accepted qualifications
Laos Baccalaureat II with an overall score of 12
Macau See criteria for China, Hong Kong, Taiwan or GCE GCE O Level Minimum grade of D in all subjects taken (minimum of 5 subjects)
Malaysia SPM with C or 6 average AS/A Level Completion with E grade (O Level must be provided)
Malawi Malawi School Certificate of Education with 7 average Accredited
University accredited foundation courses equal to NQF level 3; equivalent to high school
Foundation
Mauritius GCE O Levels with D in all subjects taken (minimum of 5 subjects) year 12 with GPA of 2.0
Year
Mexico Certificado de Bachillerato with a 6 average
IB
Mongolia School Leaving Certificate (Gerchilgee) with 70% average Completion with overall 22
Curriculum
Morocco Successful completion of Baccalauréat with a 10 grade West African
Basic Education Standard Exam Diploma (Academic & Vocational) with a 3 School Completion with minimum 6
Myanmar
or 40% average Certificate
Nepal Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 35% BTEC BTEC level 3 is considered equivalent to A levels. Pass (P)
Nigeria Completion of SSCE (WAEC/NECO) with an overall average of C6 or equivalent * Meeting the minimum application entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Your
Oman Thanawiya Amma (General Secondary School Certificate) with 65% average or higher complete application will be reviewed to determine if you qualify for the UMass Dartmouth
Undergraduate Navitas Global Student Success Program. This information is a guide only. It is
Pakistan Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 40% minimum overall score correct at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. UMass Dartmouth Navitas
GSSP reserves the right to request additional documentation. For countries not listed, please
36 contact admissions@UMDNavitasGSSP.com.
GRADUATE PROGRAM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM ACADEMIC AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP:
MBA, Business, Engineering Direct entry
Academic qualification Undergraduate degree in related field of study Undergraduate degree in related field of study
GPA 2.6 GPA Varies by degree program
GRE/GMAT required? NO* YES
IELTS 6.0 (with no band lower than a 5.0 for 1 semester Business and Engineering programs); Varies by degree program
5.5 (with no band lower than a 5.0 for 2 semester Engineering programs)
TOEFL iBT 72 (for students in 1 semester Business or Engineering programs); Varies by degree program
70 (for students in the 2 semester Engineering program)
Pearson Versant 56 (with no band lower than a 45) for students in 1 semester Business or Engineering programs n/a
50 (with no band lower than 45) for students in the 2 semester Engineering program;
* GMAT score of 400 or greater required by the end of the Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP semester for admission into the MBA/ MS programs in the Charlton College
of Business. Students who earn a GPA of 3.5 or greater with no grades less than a B- during the Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP program are eligible for a waiver of the
GMAT requirement. Note: The English language entry requirement for the Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP may be WAIVED if the language of instruction was English
for your previous studies. Students will need an official, signed letter from the school/University registrar to confirm this for admission purposes. The English language entry
requirement for the Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP may also be waived if a student’s post-secondary degree was studied in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand,
South Africa, Kenya, U.K. or U.S.
GRADUATE GSSP ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS BY COUNTRY

The below suggested equivalencies are a general guide and reference only. The overall grade must be equivalent to a U.S. GPA of 2.6 and the credentials attained must be equivalent to
completion of a U.S. bachelor’s degree. Requirements may vary depending on specific grading scales used by institutions. Assessment is subject to individual case review.
Qualifications* Qualifications*
Argentina Bachelor’s degree with an average of 5/6 Mongolia Bachelor’s degree in the range of 75%-80% or 2/3 grade
Australia Bachelor’s degree with credit average, in the range of 55%-65% or grade of 4/5 Morocco Bachelor’s degree with an average of 10.5
Azerbaijan Bachelor’s degree in the range of 65%-70% Myanmar Bachelor’s degree in the range of 47% -50%
Bahrain Bachelor’s degree in the range of 75% -80% Nepal Bachelor’s degree in the range of 43%-46% or C+/B- grade
Bangladesh Bachelor’s degree in the range of 50%-60% Nigeria Bachelor’s degree in the range of 45%-50%
Botswana Bachelor’s degree in the range of 55%-60% or C/D grade Oman Bachelor’s degree in the range of 77% -83%
Brazil Bachelor’s degree with an average of 6/7 Pakistan Bachelor’s degree in the range of 57%-60%
Brunei Bachelor’s degree in the range of 65%-70% Panama Bachelor’s degree in the range of 78% -81%
Cambodia Bachelor’s degree in the range of 67%-70% or 6/7 average Peru Bachelor’s degree in the range of 77%-80% or 11.5/12 grade
Cameroon Bachelor’s degree in the range of 57%-60% Philippines Bachelor’s degree in the range of 80%-86%
Canada Bachelor’s degree with an average of C+/B- (varies by province) Qatar Bachelor’s degree in the range of 77%-80% or C/B grade
Chile Bachelor’s degree with an average of 4/5 Russia Bachelor’s with Khorosho (Good) or grade of 3/4
China Bachelor’s degree completed with a 75% average (five scale) or 70% (four scale) Saudi Arabia Bachelor’s degree in the range of 77% -80%
Colombia Licenciatura or Professional Title with a grade of 3.3 Singapore Bachelor’s degree with an average of 47%-50%
Bachelor’s degree with an average of a 7.3 on 10 point scale, 13 on 20 point scale South Africa Bachelor’s degree with an average of 57%-60%
Ecuador
or 75 on the 100 point scale
South Korea Bachelor’s degree completion with C+/B- average
Egypt Bachelor’s degree in the range of 60%-65%
Sri Lanka Bachelor’s degree with an average of 67%-70 or C/D grade
Fiji Bachelor’s degree in the range of 60%-65%
Sweden Bachelor’s degree with G (Godkänd)
France Bachelor’s degree with a 11 average or C/D (ECTS scale)
Taiwan Bachelor’s degree with an average of 67%-70% or B/C grade
Ghana Bachelor’s degree in the range of 65%-70%
Tanzania Bachelor’s degree with an average of 47%-50%
Hong Kong Bachelor’s degree with a C/D grade
Thailand Bachelor’s degree with a grade of B/C+ or 2.5
Bachelor’s degree in the range of 45%-50% or an average of 5/6 on
India Bachelor’s degree in the range of orta and iyi, or a CB/BB average on AA-FF scale,
a 10 point scale Turkey
or C/D average on ECTS scale
Indonesia Bachelor’s degree with B/C average or in the range of 2.5 to 3.0
UAE Bachelor’s degree with an average of 77%-80%
Iran Bachelor’s degree with 13.5 average
Uganda Bachelor’s degree with a B-/C+ grade
Israel Bachelor’s degree in the range of 72%-75%
Ukraine Bachelor’s degree with a 3/4 grade
Japan Bachelor’s degree in the range of 65%-70% (Ka/Ryo)
United
Jordan Bachelor’s degree in the range of 77%-84% or C+/B- average Bachelor’s degree with an average of 47%-50%
Kingdom
Kazakhstan Bachelor’s degree with a C/D (ECTS) or 3/4 grade USA Bachelor’s degree with GPA of 2.5
Kenya Bachelor’s degree in the range of 47%-50% Vietnam Bachelor’s degree with grade of 5/6 or higher
Kuwait Bachelor’s degree in the range of 77%-82% Zambia Bachelor’s degree with final average of B/C+
Laos Bachelor’s degree with an average of 13/14 Zimbabwe Bachelor’s degree in the range of 55%-60% or C+/S grade
Macau Bachelor’s degree in the range of 10-12 or 15/16 * Information provided here is correct at the time of printing and is subject to change without
notice. If necessary, UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP reserves the right to request additional
Malawi Bachelor’s degree in the range of 55% -60% documentation. For countries not listed, please contact admissions@UMDNavitasGSSP.com.
Malaysia Bachelor/Sarjana Muda in the range of 63%-68% or C/C+grade
Mauritius Bachelor’s degree in the range of 57% -60% average
Mexico Bachelor’s degree with 7/8 grade or in the range of 75%-80% 37
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APPLY ONLINE PAY SEVIS FEE
Complete our free online application form Pay the one-time $200 SEVIS fee online:
at UMDNavitasGSSP.com. Attach your fmjfee.com. You must bring the receipt/
transcripts, English language proficiency proof of payment with you to your visa
results and a copy of your passport’s photo interview appointment.
page. Once we have received your complete
application, you will receive a decision
6
within 24-48 hours. ATTEND VISA INTERVIEW
Bring the required documents to your
2
RECEIVE OFFER OF ADMISSION interview at the U.S. embassy/consulate:
After receiving your letter of offer, you must: ▪▪ Copy of visa application Form DS-160
confirmation page and application
1. Sign the Acceptance of Offer form and return fee payment receipt (if required to pay
it to: admissions@UMDNavitasGSSP.com before interview)
2. Start I-20 processing ▪▪ Your passport (must be valid at least six

months into the future at all times)
3. Pay the tuition deposit indicated on the Letter ▪▪ Form I-20
of Offer Applications for university residence
or homestay should be made once the student ▪▪ SEVIS fee proof of payment receipt
decides to accept their offer. ▪▪ Official acceptance letter from the University
▪▪ Official transcripts, diplomas, certificates,
English test scores and other academic
3
RECEIVE LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE preparation documents, proof of financial
documentation to show you have funds to
Once payment is made, students will be meet all expenses for your studies
sent their Letter of Acceptance, Receipt and
revised Letter of Offer. All three documents ▪▪ Documents that show connections to
should be submitted for visa application. your home country—finances, offers of
Visit usembassy.state.gov to request employment, etc.
a visa interview. Wait times for interview ▪▪ Photo(s)
appointments vary by location and time of
year; apply early for your visa interview so
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you don’t miss the start of classes. Practice SUBMIT HOUSING CONTRACT
your English conversation skills for your
visa interview appointment, which may be
AND UMASS DARTMOUTH
your one and only opportunity to get a U.S. HEALTH FORMS
student visa. On-campus residence is required for
undergraduate students and recommended
for graduate students. Download
4
APPLY FOR VISA your housing contract and submit the
completed contract to studentsuccess@
Complete the online visa application (Form UMDNavitasGSSP.com. We cannot confirm
DS-160). Take photos matching the required your on-campus accommodation without
photo formats for your visa application. this form. Massachusetts state law requires
Complete the online visa application (Form all students to receive immunizations before
DS-160), pay the application fee and upload moving into student housing and attending
your photos here: ceac.state.gov/genniv. classes. Make an appointment with your
Print the application form confirmation page doctor for your health exam and to receive
to bring to your interview. all required immunizations. You must bring
your UMass Dartmouth Health Forms
with you to your appointment. Email your
completed health forms to studentsuccess@
UMDNavitasGSSP.com.
The information provided is general advice; this information is not intended to replace formal advice from the U.S. Department of State. UMass
38 Dartmouth Navitas GSSP is not liable for any actions based on the general advice herein.
“ There are a number of things I like about being a student
at UMass Dartmouth. The first is campus involvement.
The number of associations and organizations that UMass
Dartmouth has is awesome. Right now, I am president of the
MBA association and am working with the Business Innovation
and Research Center. You have a number of different
opportunities at UMass Dartmouth, and if you look for an
”
opportunity, you will get one.
Muhammad Talha Khan, Pakistan

Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: MBA
Judith Chioma Okafor, Nigeria

2018 Commencement speaker and
graduate of UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP
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GSSP
GLOBAL STUDENT
UMass Dartmouth
SUCCESS PROGRAM Success Program
UMass Dartmouth
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
285 Old Westport Road
Dartmouth, MA 02747-2300
United States of America
T +1 508 990 9664
F +1 508 990 9667
E admissions@UMDNavitasGSSP.com
Navitas is an affiliated educational

provider of UMass Dartmouth.
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, UMass Dartmouth GSSP,
in association with Navitas, reserves the right to alter,
amend or delete details at any time without notice.
This guide is provided free of charge.
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GSSP

You’ll gain the knowledge and practical

I am very pleased to welcome our international

UMass Dartmouth offers the academic resources of a

Your adventure is about to begin. I look forward to

12 Life at UMass Dartmouth 34 Scholarships and bursaries

16 Your pathway to UMass Dartmouth 35 Tuition and fees

18 Student support 35 Academic calendar

20 Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas 36 Undergraduate program entry requirements

CHARLTON COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

COLLEGE OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

OUR GRADUATES SUCCEED

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE The engineering undergraduates participate in

UMass Dartmouth offers other hands-on

The UMass Dartmouth

“ I would advise students to apply to the UMass

Jensen Wang, China

Residence halls are equipped with wireless high- CAMPUS SAFETY

For more information about living on campus:

“ I always knew I was going to study in the U.S. My parents felt

Nneoma Ugwu, Nigeria

Undergraduate Direct Entry

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP

Graduate Direct Entry

Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP

* Subject to meeting GPA requirements

Juan Felipe Motta, Colombia

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas GSSP: 3 Semesters with

Semester start dates Spring: January | Summer: May | Fall: September

Duration 1-2 semesters,* 20-24 hours of class per week

English language requirements IELTS 4.5 / TOEFL iBT 49 / Pearson 38

Progression requirements Successful portfolio review / Successful coursework completion

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

ARTS & SCIENCES

3 semester program sample Program information

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

3 semester program sample Program information

▪▪ BS, Accounting ▪▪ BS, Management ▪▪ BS, Management

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

3 semester program sample Program information

▪▪ BS,Bioengineering ▪▪ BS, Computer and Information Science –– BS, Manufacturing

Undergraduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

3 semester program sample Program information

▪▪ BFA, Artisanry –– Digital Media ▪▪ BFA, Drawing

▪▪ guaranteed progression to either the Charlton College of Business or

“ My journey has been amazing. I have met so many people from

Pranay Vatsal, India

26 * Navitas is an affiliated educational provider of UMass Dartmouth.

Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

MS IN ACCOUNTING MS IN TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Graduate GSSP components Program information

Entry to UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business master’s degree program

▪▪ MS, Accounting ▪▪ MS, Healthcare Management

Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

Graduate GSSP components Program information

Entry to UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business master’s degree program

▪▪ MBA, concentrations in: –– Finance –– Marketing

Approved One semester

Graduate UMass Dartmouth Navitas Global Student Success Program (GSSP)

MBA BUSINESS ANALYTICS

Graduate GSSP components Program information

Entry to UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business master’s degree program