C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

Western New England University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Springfield, Massachusetts 01119
Western New England University campus, Springfield, MA
Western New England University campus, Springfield, MA. Photo: Bpayne4001 at en.wikipedia, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 64%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
10/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,574
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Western New England University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$73,157
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$51,771
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,500
Median debt at graduation
64%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,192
Average SAT
28
Median ACT
24.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 76th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MA wage index 1.29). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Western New England University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration—$129,138+11%#6 of 29#13$19,500
Computer Science$79,990$100,055-6%#171 of 349#263$26,319
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$83,808$96,841-4%#158 of 258#245$25,000
Mechanical Engineering—$93,541+2%#119 of 318#289—
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians$69,326$89,642+9%#12 of 61#41$27,000
Management Information Systems and Services—$89,255+7%#54 of 166#104—
Biomedical/Medical Engineering$58,437$87,838-6%#92 of 118#112$27,000
Civil Engineering$67,726$86,375+-0%#102 of 233#221$27,000
Accounting and Related Services—$75,649-1%#339 of 796#617$21,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$70,525+3%#362 of 1176#750—
Biology—$62,871+10%#251 of 841#530$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$41,564$60,486+9%#130 of 660#423$26,000
Psychology$33,825$57,681+14%#149 of 1027#476$26,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$26,544$55,629+2%#228 of 610#471$27,000
Finance and Financial Management Services$54,474————$23,250
Business/Commerce$50,921—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Western New England University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $318,030
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,674/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01103 (9.1% cap, Springfield)

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🏆 Where Western New England University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Civil Engineering, Other
of 2 schools
#4
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 4 schools
#27
Pharmaceutical Sciences
of 27 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $43,380 $43,380
Total Cost (On-Campus) $64,390 $64,390

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
90%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,574
Total Students
47%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 12%
Black 6%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Western New England University?
Western New England University has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Western New England University?
Tuition at Western New England University is $43,380 for in-state students and $43,380 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Western New England University?
The graduation rate at Western New England University is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Western New England University a good school?
Western New England University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Western New England University?
Western New England University has a total enrollment of 3,574 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology