Westfield State University

Westfield State University

Located in Western Massachusetts, Westfield State University is a vibrant, caring, and committed campus community offering innovative programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies.  With an impressive 15:1 student to faculty ratio, you will receive personalized attention from our dedicated faculty who will mentor and assist you in achieving your educational and career goals.  As a public university, Westfield State is committed to access and affordability while providing our students a transformative college experience both in and out of the classroom.  Our students Explore, Experience, & Excel at Westfield State!
 

Academic Programs

  • Art & Design
  • Business
  • Communication
  • Computer Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Psychology
  • Regional Planning
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Social Work
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Distance/online learning
  • Honors Program
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

Westfield State evaluates first-year applicants based on high school academic performance and strength of course schedule as mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education.  First-year applicants are required to submit a high school transcript through junior year and in some cases, applicants may be required to submit their senior year grades.  Westfield State is test-optional for all students. 

The application fee will be waived for all first-year domestic applicants.  There is a $50 application fee for all International first-year applicants.
 

Visit us

Westfield State offers a variety of campus visitation options year-round to our prospective students and their families/champions.  Whether you want to take a tour of our beautiful campus with our student Owls or check out our Virtual Tour, we have something for everyone!  To learn more about our campus visitation options, click here

"Westfield State really feels like a family. That's one of the most beneficial things about my major and this university, is knowing that I have so many resources that actually care about me. The faculty are friendly and they want to see you succeed.

Samantha ('24), English Major
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Admissions office

Visit us

Address

577 Western Ave, PO Box 1630
Westfield, MA 01086-1630, United States of America

Phone number

413-579-3040

Region

New England

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