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Learn how your completed Retail Management Certificate (WAFC) provides you access to scholarships and can count as completed classes!

 

Made for working professionals. UMass Global offers 55+ degrees and certificates.  [1] 

91% of alumni would recommend UMass Global to friends. [2] 

How will a degree help me?

Check out some fast facts on why going back to school is a good option.

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bachelor's degree holders are half as likely to be unemployed as their peers who only have a high school diploma*
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Bachelor's degree holders make $1.2 million in additional earnings on average over their lifetime as their peers who only have a high school diploma*
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of workers will require training before 2027**

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Ways to Learn

UMass Global offers two learning formats that can work around your busy schedule; competency-based and course-based.

Competency-Based Programs (UMass Global MyPath™)

MyPath programs are 100% online, self-paced. The learning format helps save time and money since prior experience helps students master competencies faster. Unlimited courses and textbooks are also included for one flat tuition fee.

ALL CBE PROGRAMS

Start your student journey with these simple steps.

We can't wait to have you join our community of University of Massachusetts Global students! However, before that exciting first day of class, there's a few important steps to our enrollment process. But don't worry; we have a dedicated team of people who help working adults begin their degree completion journeys, and they look forward to helping you, too. 

How do I get started?

Applying to any university is a process – one that we try to make as painless as possible. Follow the steps below to ensure a strong start to school:

  • Speak with an Enrollment Coach: Discuss requirements, course schedules, and start dates. Call us at 800.746.0082 or fill out a request for information form. To submit for consideration of transfer units and count for classes, please provide a copy of your certificate and official transcripts to admissions at apply@umassglobal.edu. Discuss it and other prior learning with your Academic Advisor.
  • Complete Application: An Enrollment Coach will assist with the process of completing an Online Application
  • Receive Acceptance Letter: Congrats! Now that you are accepted into UMass Global, it's time to submit documents such as the employment verification forms, and a Scholarship Application Form. To submit for your scholarship, after applying, please fill out the scholarship form and provide a copy of your certificate and/or official transcripts showing your RMC certificate to scholarships@umassglobal.edu. Confirm with your One Stop Financial Specialists that your scholarship has been applied to your account.
  • Meet with a OneStop Specialist: Talk about the many sources of funding available with the goal of reducing your out of pocket costs. Now is the time to fill out your FAFSA. Confirm with your One Stop Specialists that your scholarship has been applied.
  • Enroll in classes: Now the fun part. You will be assigned an Academic Advisor and together you will develop a personalized education plan that fits your career goals. Once you have your ed plan you can enroll in classes.
  • Become a Student: Get ready to start class and become a student. 

Want to learn more?

Ask us now. We're here to help!

Sources:
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*Preparing for a Career with the Federal Bureau of Investigation | Federal Bureau of Investigation. (2019).
**Emergency Staffing Patterns (Health Care & Social Assistance) 2022 to 2026_US.xls
***World Economic Forum. (2023). Future of Jobs Report 2023.
****https://teamstage.io/training-statistics/

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