Western New England Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Western New England University is a private research university in Springfield, Massachusetts, serving roughly 2,603 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 83.48% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $73,157 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $47,820
- 2024 Average Net Price: $27,290 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 83.48% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,603 97.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.98%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 24.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 60.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1192
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,766
- Applicants (IPEDS): 6,534
- Room & Board: $15,570 annual estimate
Western New England University: what the data shows
Common questions about Western New England University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Western New England University?
Western New England University is located in Springfield, MA (ZIP 01119-2684).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Western New England University public or private?
Western New England University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Western New England University cost?
Published tuition: $47,820.
Average net price after aid: $27,290.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,726 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,471 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,205 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $28,660 |
| $110,001+ | $29,794 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $191,280.
How hard is it to get into Western New England University?
Admission rate: 83.48%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1192 and midpoint ACT 28.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Western New England University?
Total enrollment: 2,603 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,766 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,058 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Western New England University?
150%-time completion rate: 63.98%.
First-year retention: 74.0%.
What do graduates of Western New England University earn?
Median earnings: $51,771 six years after entry; $73,157 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,500.
24.46% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Western New England University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Management Information Systems, General (121 completions)
- Law (110 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other (60 completions)
- Psychology, General (39 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (37 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (36 completions)
- Pharmacy (35 completions)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (34 completions)
- Finance, General (34 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (31 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Western New England University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 83.48%; completion rate 63.98%; median earnings $73,157 at 10 years; net price $27,290. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$47,820
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Western New England University was $47,820.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$27,290
2024 Value
In 2024 Western New England University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,290.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$109,160 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$27,290 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$191,280 4-Year Tuition
$15,570 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$64,390 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$257,560 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Western New England University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
24.46% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
77.94% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Western New England University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Western New England University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $33,020 | $33,020 | $28,517 |
| 2014 | $33,466 | $33,466 | $28,213 |
| 2015 | $34,030 | $34,030 | $28,053 |
| 2016 | $34,874 | $34,874 | $28,705 |
| 2017 | $35,740 | $35,740 | $29,694 |
| 2018 | $36,804 | $36,804 | $29,941 |
| 2019 | $37,990 | $37,990 | $30,079 |
| 2020 | $39,216 | $39,216 | $30,594 |
| 2021 | $40,380 | $40,380 | $29,806 |
| 2022 | $44,500 | $44,500 | $30,137 |
| 2023 | $46,430 | $46,430 | $31,170 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
83.48% Acceptance Rate
6,534 Total Applicants
5,440 Students Admitted
731 First-Time Students Enrolled
13.44% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1192
ACT Average: 28
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Western New England University reported total enrollment of about 2,603 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (65.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.1%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (7.2%). About 24.46% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 24.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Western New England University in 2024 is 2,603 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,766 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,058 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 65.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.39% 100% Completion Time
63.98% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.39% of students graduating from Western New England University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Management Information Systems, General: 56% male / 44% female
- Law: 30% male / 70% female
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other: 82% male / 18% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Western New England University.
Return on Investment
$25,500 Median Student Debt
$73,157 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
34.86% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
570.18% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Western New England University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 60 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Management Information Systems, General: 121 completions
2. Law: 110 completions
3. Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other: 60 completions
4. Psychology, General: 39 completions
5. Business/Commerce, General: 37 completions
6. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 36 completions
7. Pharmacy: 35 completions
8. Applied Behavior Analysis: 34 completions
9. Finance, General: 34 completions
Most popular programs at Western New England University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Western New England University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Western New England University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 60.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,676
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,651
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Western New England University is a private non-profit institution located in Springfield, MA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Management Information Systems, General, Law, Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other. Enrollment is approximately 2,603 students. Student body composition includes White (65.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.2%). The admission rate is 83.48%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1192. The 150%-time completion rate is 63.98%. Approximately 24.46% of students receive Pell Grants. About 24.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Springfield, MA 01119-2684
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 60 distinct degree programs, Western New England University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Western New England University located?
Western New England University is located in Springfield, MA.
What is Western New England University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Western New England University is 83.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 6,534 applicants and 5,440 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Western New England University cost?
Reported tuition is $47,820 and average net price is $27,290 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,570 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Western New England University?
Western New England University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,766 students, White (65.7%), Hispanic or Latino (12.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Western New England University?
About 24.5% of students at Western New England University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Western New England University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Western New England University reports midpoint SAT about 1192 and midpoint ACT about 28.
What do graduates of Western New England University earn?
Median earnings are $51,771 six years after entry and $73,157 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Western New England University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 64.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Western New England University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,500.
Is Western New England University public or private?
Western New England University is a private nonprofit institution located in Springfield, MA.
Is Western New England University an HBCU?
No. Western New England University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Western New England University a tribal college?
No. Western New England University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Massachusetts college costs
- Massachusetts colleges by ROI
- Springfield, Massachusetts city profile
- New England regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Massachusetts
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.