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UMass Amherst Undergraduate Student Success Center

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Success starts with U. https://linktr.ee/successumass Welcome to the Undergraduate Student Success Center at UMass Amherst! Come visit us in Goodell!

We want UMass students to maximize their potential and have successful undergraduate careers in which they engage in their community, harness strong research skills, gain professional experience, and become lifelong learners. We recognize that there are many paths for students to achieve personal success and we want to help them on whichever path they choose.

03/15/2026

🐝🌼☀️ Spring break is here! We hope you have a wonderful, restful and safe break. We'll see you back here on Monday, March 23 to finish out the semester strong.

03/13/2026

Summer internship season is coming! ☀️ Internships can be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid, for credit or not—the possibilities are endless! Spring break is a great time to start exploring internship opportunities for the summer. When you're back on campus, schedule time with your career advisor to map out your path. Your future self will thank you! 💪

03/12/2026

📣 NOW HIRING: Course Registration Assistants for Summer 2026! 📣

Help support new students accomplish tasks such as:
• Navigating SPIRE and Schedule Builder
• Selecting General Education courses
• Learning about academic experiences such as RAP, first-year seminars, and other opportunities within the schools/colleges

12-20 hours per week for the New Student Advising and Course Registration period, June 9 to July 25, 2026. Some schools/colleges may require additional availability in August. $15 per hour. In person and remote positions available!

Apply here!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7-u7SpNMoEuBkMJr8rCsoBZy3Zvdqu3K53g3-dhLqeBG98w/viewform

03/06/2026

March is full of things that scream for attention. Pause, breathe, and spend 30 minutes on something that matters—not just something that’s urgent. 🌿

For more, check out the Student Success Planner: https://umass.edu/studentsuccess/planner

03/03/2026

First-Gen? Transfer Student? You've got mail! 📭️

Spring is approaching! After a very cold and very snowy February, temperatures are beginning to warm up, the days are getting longer and we are settling into spring semester.

In this month's newsletters you'll get:
- Information about upcoming campus events
- An introduction to Credit and Credit Cards
- Tips for prioritizing your time
- First-Gen and Transfer Graduation Cord Preview
- First-Gen and Transfer community spotlights

02/23/2026

When should you start preparing for your future career? Now! Part of the college experience is building the skills to join the workforce post-graduation. Connecting with career prep resources and building a relationship with folks career centers across campus early, can help you:

- Identify what you want to do after college
- Practice developing strong application materials
-Prepare for job interviews
- Find internship opportunities while you're still at UMass

Get started today on Handshake, your one-stop shop for all things career support! umass.joinhandshake.com/login

02/19/2026

🔔 🔔 🔔REMINDER: Today, Thursday 2/19, is a Monday class schedule!

02/17/2026

Nothing says "I have my life together" quite like a collection of forms with alphanumeric code names. W-2? 1098-T?

This February, we’re using iGrad to demystify the seasonal alphabet soup. Whether you’re trying to avoid a penalty or making sure you get your refund, iGrad has lots of resources to help.

Action plan:

Log in to iGrad (Link in bio!).

Search for: "Tax Prep Checklist."

Breathe a sigh of relief from all the clarity.

If you have any questions, please schedule a free Peer Financial Coaching meeting with a Smart About Money staff member via Navigate!

02/16/2026

The UMass Amherst Campus is closed today, Monday February 16,
in honor of the Presidents’ Day Holiday.

The USSC will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday February 17.

Enjoy the holiday!

02/12/2026

The FAFSA priority deadline for UMass Amherst is March 1st—but don't panic if you need more time! 🗓️

Submitting your FAFSA by March 1st means you'll receive your financial aid offer earlier and be considered for all available funding at the best time. However, filing after March 1st won't affect your eligibility for aid. You still have until May 1st to meet the Massachusetts state deadline and June 30, 2027 for the federal deadline.

Here's how to get it done:

Start or renew your application - Head to studentaid.gov to fill out your FAFSA. If you filed last year, you can renew it quickly.

Gather your documents - You'll need your 2024 tax returns and W-2 forms handy while you're filling it out. Having these ready makes the process much smoother.

Add UMass Amherst - Make sure UMass Amherst is listed as one of your schools. Our Federal School Code is 002221.

Need help? We've got you covered:

Financial Aid Services is your go-to resource for any questions about your aid package, application issues, or FAFSA deadlines. Visit them in Whitmore Administration Building, Room 243; call them; or find resources online at umass.edu/financialaid. Don't hesitate to reach out—they're here to help you navigate the process! 💚

02/10/2026

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: W.E.B. DU BOIS 💡

Home to 25 floors of books, technology and resources, the W.E.B. Du Bois Library is one of the centerpieces of UMass Amherst.

But who was W.E.B. Du Bois, and why is our largest library named after him?

Swipe to learn a bit about who Du Bois was and understand his legacy.

TO DO THIS MONTH:

✔️Visit the UMass W.E.B. Du Bois Center on the 22nd Floor of the W.E.B. Du Bois Library

✔️Get familiar with our library’s namesake by watching W.E.B. Du Bois: His Legacy at UMass and Beyond

✔️Check out Credo: the digital archive of W.E.B. Du Bois

✔️Explore one text or work or Du Bois that interests you. Maybe you want to read some of his poetry, or view his incredible data visualizations

✔️Reflect on ways that you can honor Du Bois’ legacy in recommitting to equity, justice and the fight against discrimination

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667 Goodell, 140 Hicks Way
Amherst, MA
01003

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14135776767

Website

https://www.umass.edu/studentsuccess/

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