The University of Massachusetts Boston is ranked within the 351-400 range in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023. In the U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-2023 rankings, it places between 201-250 globally.
Nationally, UMass Boston is classified as a ‘R2: Doctoral University – High Research Activity’ by the Carnegie Classification. While it doesn’t rank among the top-tier U.S. universities, it holds strong recognition for social mobility, public health research, and urban mission focus. Rankings vary by criteria, but its emphasis on accessibility and community engagement distinguishes it regionally and globally.
