Philanthropy Report

Backed by the generosity of scholarship donors and state support, UMass Dartmouth is committed to opening doors to personal and professional success for students by placing a high-quality college education within reach—but without the financial burden of tuition.

“Coming to UMD came down to affordability. I love it here, especially all the cultural clubs and communities on campus,” said Kissamy George ’27

UMass Dartmouth's transformational programs reduce financial barriers:

• Eligible high-need, in-state students attend tuition-free with the UMass Dartmouth Deal
• The Founders’ Scholarship offers a full ride for Massachusetts’ top students 

Institutional aid awarded

With 80% of UMass Dartmouth students receiving financial aid, endowed scholarships are essential for helping motivated students to pursue their academic goals here. The enduring support of donors empowers the university to attract exceptional students, drive groundbreaking research, nurture student success, and strengthen our reputation as an affordable, world-class center for education and innovation in the SouthCoast for generations to come.

“Not having to worry about all the financial issues makes it easier to focus on my studies, graduating, and starting my career,” said Graham Kratochwill ’28.

Gifts to current use and endowed scholarships in FY25

Philanthropic support from donors, partnerships, and state funding bolsters Blue Economy initiatives that impact the regional economy and improve sustainability from campus to the coast.

Initiatives driven by endowments, like Joe Tatelbaum’s Sustainability Fund and Gail and John Sampieri’s support of the Coastal Systems water quality-monitoring program, empowers the UMass Dartmouth community to learn, act, and lead in building a more sustainable future for our campus, our region, and our planet.

State funding for Blue Economy initiatives

Nurse Camp and S.T.E.P. Up—two new College of Nursing & Health Science programs that inspire and motivate future healthcare professionals—help students build the skills to become compassionate, skilled nurses and healthcare professionals that are in high demand in our region.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Ranks in the

of U.S. programs

To help students pass the grueling bar exam, the Dean’s Advisory Board at the School of Law donated nearly $50,000 to assist graduates in the two-month period between graduation and the exam so they can focus on their studies without the added pressure of work and financial burdens.

"As a proud public law school dedicated to access and opportunity, this support is essential to fulfilling our mission to Pursue Justice. I am profoundly grateful to our incredible board for their commitment to our students' success," said UMass Law Dean Sam Panarella.