Today, more than 14,000 students and 900 faculty members compose the core of UMass Boston, while over 150 academic programs for undergraduate, graduate, and non-degree-seeking students offer limitless opportunities. The university?s urban location allows UMass Boston?s students, faculty, and staff to actively engage with and serve the community through academic programs like nursing and education, research into complex urban issues, and the creativity and innovation that come with a diverse student body and devoted faculty.