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Westfield State University

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Overview

Established in 1838, the Westfield State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Westfield (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Westfield State University (WSU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Westfield State University (WSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 185-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. WSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Westfield State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Westfield State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Westfield State University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Westfield State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym WSU
Founded 1838
Colours Blue and white
Mascot Nestor
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University Location

Address 577 Western Avenue
Westfield
01086-1630 Massachusetts
United States
Westfield State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Westfield State University Phone Number +1 (413) 572 5300
Westfield State University Fax Number +1 (413) 572 0520

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Westfield State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Westfield State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Westfield State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Westfield State University.

Westfield State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Westfield State University's admission information.

Westfield State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Westfield State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Westfield State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Westfield State University's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is recommended

Source: IPDES


Westfield State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Westfield State University's Admission Office Admission Office

577 Western Ave.
Westfield 01086
(413) 572 5218


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Westfield State University.

Westfield State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Westfield State University has an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Westfield State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Westfield State University's Control Type Control Type

Westfield State University is a public higher education institution.


Westfield State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Westfield State University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Westfield State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Westfield State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Westfield State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Westfield State University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Westfield State University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Westfield State University's main facilities:


Westfield State University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Westfield State University's Library

Westfield State University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 133,188 physical volumes, 3,571 physical media, 160,607 digital/electronic media and 201 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 37 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. Westfield State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Westfield State University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Westfield State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,396 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Westfield State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Westfield State University's main services:


Westfield State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Westfield State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Westfield State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Westfield State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Westfield State University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Westfield State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Westfield State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1957


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Westfield State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Westfield State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Massachusetts System of Public Higher Education (MSPHE)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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