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Westfield State University

Westfield, MA · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb

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About Westfield State University

Westfield State University (commonly known as Westfield State) is a public university in Westfield, Massachusetts, United States. It was founded in 1839 by Horace Mann as the first public coeducational college in America.

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81%

Acceptance

$16,721

Net price

3,615

Enrollment

54%

Grad rate

Report Card

B-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C-

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

81%

Acceptance rate

SAT average

20

ACT midpoint

Cost & Financial Aid

$16,721

Average net price

$12,179

In-state tuition

$18,259

Out-of-state tuition

$14,018

Room & board

$1,200

Books & supplies

$27,649

Total cost of attendance

33%

Students receiving Pell grants

51%

Students with federal loans

$22,457

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$10,751
$30–48K
$11,517
$48–75K
$14,199
$75–110K
$18,201
$110K+
$23,286

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$57,346

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$46,861

Median earnings (6 yrs)

54%

Graduation rate

74%

Retention rate

82%

Earn more than a HS grad

$12,928

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

3,615

Total enrollment

12%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

31%

First-generation

Gender balance

55% women
45% men

Race & ethnicity

White
68%
Hispanic
16%
Black
7%
Two or more races
3%
Asian
2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Westfield State University FAQ

Is Westfield State University a public or private school?

Westfield State University is a public institution located in Westfield, MA.

What is the acceptance rate at Westfield State University?

Westfield State University has an acceptance rate of 81%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Westfield State University cost?

The average annual net price at Westfield State University is $16,721 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $12,179 in-state and $18,259 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Westfield State University?

About 54% of students at Westfield State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Westfield State University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Westfield State University students earn a median of $57,346 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Westfield State University?

Admitted students at Westfield State University have an ACT midpoint of 20. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Westfield State University?

Westfield State University enrolls about 3,615 students.

Campus

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