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International Direct - Bachelor of Arts - Community Development

University of Massachusetts Boston

Boston campus — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 36,582
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description International direct admission is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so students can excel in school—and prepare for a successful future. International direct students receive: Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests Guidance from academic advisors and mentors Career development and networking opportunities Intensive classes with domestic students Community development is a multi-disciplinary field based in the social sciences. In the University of Massachusetts Boston's Community Development program, students can customize their focus of study drawing on a breadth of disciplines to focus on issues at the intersection of the environment and economic development, community health, and planning. Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Community Development program will take introductory courses in environmental studies, economics, and community development, statistical analysis courses integrating qualitative, quantitative, and geospatial analysis, core courses in community health and economic development, seminars in conflict resolution and professional development, upper-level courses in environment and human health, climate impacts on human health, sustainable development, minority issues in community development and urbanization, and more. All students complete a senior research/internship capstone experience. With an undergraduate degree in community development, students graduate with skills highly valued by employers. Alumni commonly find jobs in: local governments pertaining to housing, transportation, land use and the environment; nonprofit organizations as program coordinators and directors; and private companies in outreach positions, real estate development, and more. Alumni are also well-positioned to pursue graduate-level studies.
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 36,582
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
22 December 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Boston campus

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

100 William T Morrissey Boulevard

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

The University of Massachusetts Boston, located in America’s most celebrated college city, combines the resources of a major research university and the accessibility of a public institution. Its faculty, research staff, and students foster academic excellence, imagination, and creativity. UMass Boston expects and welcomes divergent views, honoring their commitment to creating global leaders. The university is dedicated to rigorous critical inquiry and providing a gateway to intellectual discovery. With more than sixty-five courses of study and a prestigious Honors College, UMass Boston gives...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.