UMass Amherst Resources

Academic Calendar

Check out the academic calendar, which includes registration dates, here.

Housing

UMass Amherst has a housing website that you can log into using your student account. It lists housing options and gives you the opportunity to connect with potential roommates. Another option is the "University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMASS) Housing, Sublets, & Roommates" Facebook group, the largest off campus housing forum.
****DACSS is not affiliated with the Facebook group and does not endorse it****

Financial Aid

DACSS does not provide financial aid or TA/RAships. Contact the Financial Aid office  to find out more about graduate student loans. Be sure to fill out the FAFSA! Deadline for 2022-23 academic year is May 1st for priority consideration, June 30th otherwise. 

International students, visit the International Programs Office for more information.

Grad Student Union

UMass Amherst has a graduate student senate that provides grad students with many resources. Learn more here.

Wellness Center

Check out the Health and Wellness resources available at UMass.

Surrounding Area

UMass is located in a gorgeous area! From great food, farmers' markets, and countless other local events, Amherst and the surrounding area has many things to do. Learn more about things to do in Hampshire County here.


UMass DACSS

Bartlett Hall, 130 Hicks Way
Amherst, MA, 01003, US

About Us

The UMass Data Analytics and Computational Social Science (DACSS) is a new interdisciplinary academic program offering campus, online, and mixed-mode graduate courses, certificates, and M.S. degrees. DACSS students gain valuable hands-on experience with the tools and techniques used by CSS researchers and data analytics professionals. DACSS emphasizes "doing good with data" and attracts a higher proportion of women and underrepresented groups to the STEM field of social data science. Visit the DACSS website for more!

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