Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to UMass

Lost or stolen dorm room keys cost $160 dollars to replace.

If you are unable to register for a course online or via telephone, approach the professor and ask to be admitted.

Fake IDs do not work well here.

Buying anything but the most basic meal plan is a waste.

Time management.

Just because you need a course doesn't mean you'll get it.

Going on exchange for a semester is comparable in cost to attending UMass for that same amount of time.

Don't skip orientation.

One bad grade can really bring down your GPA.