Undergraduate Students

In SBS, you’ll study human behavior through the lens of the social sciences, and you’ll gain deep knowledge about individuals, societies, and cultures to help solve the most pressing issues of the day. The college houses thirteen majors and an Exploratory Track to help focus your interests. Whatever major you choose, you’ll become a critical thinker, challenging the status quo to impact future generations.

Fraud Alert for International Students

Some UMass international students have reported receiving phone calls that spoof UMPD’s number, with the caller impersonating either UMPD or other government officials. They know where you are from, and may speak to you in your home language. One student …

By Carol Sharick
Carol Sharick Exec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
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How to Work in the UK as an International Student

Students from around the world go to the United Kingdom (UK) to study at its top-tier universities. Many international students also take part in internships or other work opportunities as part of their studies to gain real-world career experience before …

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Unemployment Benefits for Green Card Holders: Who Qualifies and What to Know

Losing a job is stressful. For immigrants, it can also raise serious questions about status and future plans. The good news is that unemployment benefits for green card holders are often available, as long as you meet state eligibility rules.

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Managing Pre-Law Stress: Finding a Healthy Outlet

Managing Pre-Law Stress: Finding a Healthy Outlet

Both your brain and your body need to take a break from the work of your law school applications — …

Managing Pre-Law Stress: Finding balance

Managing Pre-Law Stress: Finding balance

There are two main elements to finding balance between your work (applications, LSAT prep, law school, and eventually, lawyering) and …

Managing Pre-Law Stress: Face down your worst case scenarios

Managing Pre-Law Stress: Face down your worst case scenarios

This is probably the most successful and most popular stress management tool used by litigators and other lawyers. Part of …

Overview: Applying to Law School

Overview: Applying to Law School

The law school application process should ideally begin about a year and a half before you intend to start law …

Law School Application Check List

Law School Application Check List

The Check List for Fall 2026 Admission is organized topically. Click here to get the same list organized chronologically. Go …

Law School Application Time Line

Law School Application Time Line

This recommended Time Line for Fall 2026 admission assumes that you will complete and submit your applications by Thanksgiving-ish 2025.…

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