How to Apply/Enroll

If you are new to MassBay, or have taken some classes here and now want to pursue a degree or certificate, submit an Admissions Application by clicking above.

Other things to know:

• MassBay admits students to our degree and certificate programs on a rolling basis. Online applications are typically processed in about a week, and we will contact you if we require any additional information.
• The one general requirement for admission to a degree or certificate program is high school graduation (or equivalent). If you are a high school senior you are welcome to apply. If you completed high school outside the United States, MassBay requires that your educational documents be evaluated by an educational evaluation agency such as any evaluation agency listed here.
• A few of our programs do have a secondary selective admissions process — including most of our Health Sciences programs, all of our Automotive Technology programs, and our Direct Support Certificate. If the program you select has additional requirements, we will let you know.
• Official copies of college transcripts can also be submitted to the Admissions Office for consideration for transfer credit.
• For information on how to send forms, see How to Submit Admissions Forms. To contact the MassBay Admissions office with questions, start a live chat with us during our business hours by clicking the blue button located on the bottom right corner of this page, call 781-239-2500, or email admissions@massbay.edu.
• Visit Next Steps for other important tasks you need to complete to start classes at MassBay.

Returning MassBay students applying for readmission follow different admissions processes, depending on how long you have been away from MassBay.

• If you have been away from MassBay for less than two years you may not need to reapply. Try logging in to your BayNavigator account to see if you are still active in the system. If you need assistance, start a live chat with us during our business hours by clicking the blue button located on the bottom right corner of this page or call the Office of Admissions: 781-239-2500
• If you know you are no longer an active student at MassBay, please complete the online application - Apply Now
• Current MassBay students changing their major — or adding a major — must meet with their advisor, who will review current and proposed programs to check for additional credits required. If the program you select has additional selective admissions requirements, attend a special information session for the program.

You do not need to submit an application if you are planning to just take a few classes for college credit and don’t plan to earn a degree from MassBay. Simply choose a class and submit the Registration Form.

Other things to know:

• You must satisfy our Placement Requirements before registering for a math or English class. 
• Review our Tuition and Fees and payment information. Financial aid is not available for non-degree students, even if you receive federal aid at another college. There is a payment plan available.
• If you would like assistance choosing a class please visit an Academic Advisor.

If you are new to MassBay, or have taken some classes here and now want to pursue a degree or certificate, submit a general admissions application.

Other things to know:

• MassBay admits students to our degree and certificate programs on a rolling basis. Online applications are typically processed in about a week, and we will contact you if we require any additional information.
• The only general requirement for admission is high school graduation (or equivalent). If you completed high school outside the United States, MassBay requires that your educational documents be evaluated by an educational evaluation agency on the education evaluation agency list.
• A few of our programs do have a secondary selective admissions process — including most of our Health Sciences programs, all of our Automotive Technology programs, and our Direct Support Certificate. If the program you select has additional requirements, we will let you know.
• Official copies of college transcripts may be submitted to the Admissions Office for consideration for transfer credit.  Submit by email to admissions@massbay.edu.
• For information on how to send forms, see How to Submit Admissions Forms. To contact the MassBay Admissions office with questions, start a live chat with us during our business hours by clicking the blue button located on the bottom right corner of this page, call 781-239-2500, or email admissions@massbay.edu.
• Visit Next Steps for other important tasks you need to complete to start classes at MassBay.

International applicants must submit a general admissions application, and provide additional documentation required for the student visa process.

Complete instructions and information about the advantages of studying at MassBay are provided on our International Student pages.

We are now accepting applications for entry in Spring, Summer and Fall 2025.  Please visit www.massbay.edu/courses-for-high-school-students for course options.  If you hope to have classes satisfy high school graduation requirements, or if you are under the age of 16, a Dual Enrollment Application is required.  

If you are over the age of 16 and simply wish to take a college class, you may choose a class and submit a MassBay Registration.

Other things to know:

• You must satisfy our Placement Requirements before registering for a math or English class. Request assistance with signing up for Placement Testing.
• Please review our payment information.