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Western New England University

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Springfield, Massachusetts 01119-2684

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

Western New England University is a private institution in Springfield with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1231, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.5K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $73,157 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $31,170.

Established
1919
Motto
Latin: Scientia Integritas Servitium
Mascot
Spirit
Type
Private university
Division
Division III

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83%Acceptance
1231SAT Avg
2,508Students
12:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$73,157Earnings 10yr
$31,170Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Western New England University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1231

Reading & WritingMid: 600
570650
MathMid: 604
560660

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28
2527

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

83.3%

Trend

SAT Avg

1231

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$46,430
Room & Board$14,900
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$58,933
Average Net Price$31,170
Median Debt at Graduation$25,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$270

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$28,987
$30–48K$26,284
$48–75K$27,102
$75–110K$30,277
$110K+$33,983

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$31,170

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

19.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

20

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (93)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
2,508
Gender Split
43% / 57%
Women / Men
First Generation
25%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 71%
Black 6%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate63.9%
Freshman Retention74.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$51,771
8 Years$68,753
10 Years$73,157

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$54,300
Men
$66,000

Rankings

U.S. News
#283

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Varsity Sports — Bears

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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