Total Enrollment 3,710
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 15 : 1

Western New England College

http://www.wnec.edu
1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, Massachusetts 01119-2684
(413) 782-3111

The hallmark of the Western New England experience is an unwavering focus on and attention to each student’s academic and personal development, including learning outside the classroom. Faculty, dedicated to excellence in teaching and research, and often nationally recognized in their fields, teach in an environment of warmth and personal concern where small classes predominate. Administrative and support staff work collaboratively with faculty in attending to student development so that each student’s academic and personal potential can be realized and appreciated. Western New England develops leaders and problem-solvers from among our students, whether in academics, intercollegiate athletics, extracurricular and cocurricular ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 5%
 
School Costs

At Western New England College, 92.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 76.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $11,862), and 68% receive loans ($6,991 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $10,980.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Western New England College is $29,533 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 4,769 people applied to Western New England College. Of the applicants, 81.0% were admitted (79.0% male & 84.0% female ) and 18.0% accepted (20.0% male and 15.0% female)

Of the 2,739 undergraduate students at Western New England College, 10.0% are part-time. A majority (91.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 59.0% of the 971 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     39.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     74.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     50.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     55.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     63.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     54.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 800-325-1122
Admissions Office Email ugradmis@wnec.edu
Admissions Office Address Western New England College Admissions Office 1215 Wilbraham Rd Springfield, MA 01119-2684
Admissions Transfer URL http://www1.wnec.edu/admissions/index.cfm?selection=doc.16
Admissions Website http://www1.wnec.edu/admissions/index.cfm?homeleft=true (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www1.wnec.edu/admissions/apply_online/index.cfm?fid=1     Click here to request free info
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Western New England College, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 470
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 560
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 600
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 25
 
Western New England College Programs & Course Catalog
Master of Education in Curriculum The online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction is offered through our widely respected School of Arts and Sciences. The hallmark of the Western New England College experience is ...show more »

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