Western New England University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Springfield, Massachusetts with 2,603 undergraduates. It admits 84% of applicants, costs an average of $27,077 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Western New England University acceptance rate and admissions
Western New England University admitted 84% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 540 to 650, math 550 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Western New England University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Early action II | Feb 15, 2027 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Western New England University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Western New England University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $49,490 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,060 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $61,896 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,077 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,077 a year after grants and scholarships, $34,819 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Western New England University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Western New England University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $81,107 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Western New England University majors and what graduates earn
Western New England University awarded bachelor's degrees in 43 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from pharmacy ($129,138).
All 43 majors at Western New England University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Western New England University
24 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 24 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Professional doctorate | 110 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Professional doctorate | 35 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 29 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 24 | $71,440 | n/a |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies | Master's | 21 | n/a | n/a |
| Business | Master's | 19 | $88,100 | n/a |
| Civil engineering | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 14 | $89,492 | n/a |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | 12 | $103,018 | n/a |
| Industrial engineering | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Doctoral | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Professional doctorate | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 8 | $50,626 | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Doctoral | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Industrial engineering | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Legal studies | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,603 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 44% women, 56% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Western New England University?
Western New England University admitted 84% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Western New England University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $49,490. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,077 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Western New England University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 540 to 650 in reading and writing and 550 to 650 in math, and 21 to 28 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Western New England University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Western New England University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Western New England University?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Western New England University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $81,107 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.