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ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Western New England University was established in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1919. The goal of the University’s founders was and remains to provide outstanding academic programs with a professional focus that prepares our graduates to become leaders in their fields and in their communities. Western New England University is now ranked among National Universities by U.S. News and World Report in its “Best National Universities 2022” and among the Top 100 Undergraduate Engineering programs. The University is also recognized as a Doctoral/Professional University from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

MILESTONES

Established as the Springfield Division of Northeastern University

Received independent charter and became Western New England College

Purchased 34 acres of land to develop Wilbraham Road Campus

First Day Division established in engineering

First building opened (today’s Emerson Hall)

Day Division in business launched

School of Arts and Sciences opened

Full-time law program established

Total campus acreage reaches 215 acres

First PhD Program (Behavior Analysis) Introduced

College of Pharmacy established (and Health Sciences established 2017)

College became Western New England University

University Commons—largest construction project in history—opened

Western New England University Celebrates its Centennial

MORE...INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT

Small class sizes make a big difference in helping students to connect with professors and classmates. An undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1 provides a more personal university experience to help students excel. The University’s acclaimed First Year Program engages upper-class student and faculty mentors to help new students successfully transition to University life. Graduate students are supported and guided through the Center for Graduate and Advanced Studies and in professional programs.

Average class size: 18 students

MORE...ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Western New England University educates leaders and innovators to face the challenges of an increasingly complex world. With the program breadth and depth of a comprehensive university, supported by individualized attention, WNE readies students to adapt, compete, and thrive in careers yet to be imagined.

Approximately 91 academic programs (45 undergraduate)

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY

Our Alumni

• More than 45,000 alumni

• Alumni reside in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, the Virgin Islands, and 57 foreign countries. Our Faculty/Staff

• Student/faculty ratio 13:1

• 213 full-time faculty

• 124 adjunct faculty

• 414 full-time staff

• 56 part-time staff

Our Students

• 2,522 full-time undergraduates

• 61 part-time undergraduates

• 395 law students

• 392 graduate and adult learners

• 203 pharmacy students

• 74 Occupational Therapy students

TOTAL: 3,674 students from 38 U.S. states and territories and 22 countries

Undergraduate Profile

• 58% of full-time students are men and 42% are women

• 48% of full-time students are from out-of-state

• 56.8% of full-time students live on campus (75.6% of freshmen live on campus)

• Nearly 190 scholarship programs available to undergraduate full-time students

• 95% of students receive financial assistance

• Average class size: 18 students

• Average freshman SAT scores: Critical Reading & Math: 1203 (national average 1060)

• Average high school GPA of entering class: 3.49

FACILITIES

• The main campus has expanded from its original 34 acres to its current 215 acres.

• The campus contains 28 major buildings and numerous athletic and recreational fields, including Golden Bear Stadium.

• Residence halls feature traditional dormitories as well as suites, townhouses, and apartments.

• The D’Amour Library provides access to more than 163,000 print volumes and digital books, journals, and media. The Law Library has more than 361,000 volumes and current digital collections.

• The University’s Caprio Alumni Healthful Living Center is a 123,000-squarefoot athletic and physical fitness complex.

MORE...INVESTMENT IN OUR CAMPUS

Named among “The 30 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the Fall,” Western New England University offers an outstanding private education in a picture perfect location. In this challenging, yet supportive environment, students embark on an amazing intellectual journey as hands-on learning prepares them for a fulfilling career. Since 2011, more than $100 million have been invested in new classroom, laboratory, residence, dining, and athletic construction and modernization projects. $100+ million investment in facilities

MORE...ADVANCED PROGRAMS

The Center for Graduate and Advanced Studies offers students a pathway to a diverse range of master’s, doctoral, dual, and certificate programs. Students are supported as important members of a community of scholars actively engaged in furthering their education and contributing to the body of research in their disciplines. Studying online, on campus, or a blend of both, students are prepared to advance in their careers and gain the personal satisfaction to enjoy a more fulfilling life.

46 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and dual degrees

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Undergraduate Programs

Actuarial Science

American Studies

Biology+

Chemistry+

Communication+

• Health Communication

• Media and Journalism

• Public Relations

Computer Science+

Creative Writing+

Criminal Justice+

• Administration of Justice

• Criminal Investigation

• Homeland Security and Terrorism

• Victim Studies

Economics+

Education+

• Elementary

• Secondary

English+

Forensic Biology

Forensic Chemistry

Health Sciences+

Health Studies

History+

Information Technology+

International Studies+

Law and Society

Mathematical Sciences+

Neuroscience+

Political Science+

Pre-occupational Therapy

SCHOOL OF LAW

Juris Doctor

Master of Science in Elder Law and Estate Planning

LLM in Elder Law and Estate Planning

Dual graduate degree programs.

JD/Master of Business Administration

JD/Master of Regional Planning

JD/Master of Science in Accounting

Pre-optometry

Pre-physician Assistant Psychology+

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Business Administration*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Organizational Leadership*

3+3 Health Studies/OTD

3+3 Law Program*

Graduate Programs

Master of Arts in English for Teachers

Master of Arts in Mathematics for Teachers

Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis

Doctoral Program

Doctor of Philosophy in Behavior Analysis

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY AND HEALTH SCIENCES

Doctor of Pharmacy

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics

+ Offered as both a major and minor

* Combined Degree

JD/Master of Science in Engineering Management

JD/Master of Science in Organizational Leadership

JD/Master of Science in Social Work

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Undergraduate Programs

Accounting+

Business Analytics and Information Management

Finance+

General Business

Human Resource Management+

Management and Leadership

Marketing+

Marketing Communication/

Advertising

Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business

Sport Management

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Business Administration*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Accounting*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Organizational

Leadership*

Four-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Accounting*

3+3 Law Program*

Graduate Programs

Master of Business Administration

Master of Science in Accounting

• Forensic Accounting & Fraud Investigation Concentration

Master of Science in Organizational Leadership

Master of Science in Sport Leadership and Coaching

+ Offered as both a major and minor

* Combined Degree

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Undergraduate Programs

Biomedical Engineering

Civil Engineering

• Civil

• Environmental

• Railway

• Reservoir

Computer Engineering

Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

• Mechanical

• Mechatronics

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Civil Engineering*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Construction Management*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Electrical Engineering*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Engineering Management*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Industrial Engineering*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering*

Five-year Bachelor/MBA*

Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Organizational Leadership*

Six-year Engineering/Law*

Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science in Construction Management

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

• Mechatronics Concentration

Master of Science in Engineering Management

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering

• Acoustic Processing for Cell and Gene Therapy

• Mechatronics

Doctoral Programs

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Management

Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering

ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

MEN

Baseball

Basketball

Cross country

Football

Golf

Ice hockey

Lacrosse

Soccer

Tennis

Wrestling

WOMEN Basketball

Cross country

Field hockey

Ice hockey

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Swimming

Tennis

Volleyball

Wrestling

MORE...ACTIVE PARTICIPATION

Western New England University cultivates a culture of engagement and commitment to setting high personal standards and using education to transform our world. Clubs, athletics, professional organizations, student government, service, and participation in University traditions present opportunities for students to become an integral part of our campus and local community as they build lifelong interests in serving others.

70+ undergraduate clubs and organizations and 21 Division III varsity sports

FINANCES

Annual Operating Budget $105,824,116

The University’s endowment has a market value of $71.33 million.

Full-time Undergraduate Tuition 2022-2023

Tuition

Tuition for Incoming Students $41,750

Tuition for Returning Students in the College of Engineering $41,750

Tuition for Returning Students in the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Business $40,250

Room and Board $14,670

Fees $2,750*

Part-time Undergraduate $1,390 per credit hour

*Does not include health insurance fee

Graduate

Graduate—Education Programs $425 per credit hour

Graduate— Applied Behavior Analysis $1,275 per credit hour

Graduate—Business $975 per credit hour

Graduate—Engineering $1,275 per credit hour

MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences Year 1 $32,175

MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences Year 2 $11,700

MS in Pharmacogenomics $975 per credit hour

Law

Full-time Law $46,050

Part-time Law $34,538

LLM $1,600 per credit hour

MS in Elder Law and Estate Planning $1,115 per credit hour

MS in Law $1,115 per credit hour

Doctoral Programs

Doctorate in Behavior Analysis $1,525 per credit hour

Doctor of Pharmacy $44,180

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Year 1 $44,550

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Year 2 $41,580

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Year 3 $21,780

Through Merit Scholarships, grants, and need-based financial aid, we are committed to keeping our high-quality educational experience within the reach of working families.

More than 250 scholarship programs are available to full-time students in our undergraduate, pharmacy, and law programs.

ACCREDITATIONS

• The University has been accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges since 1972.

• The College of Business has been accredited by AACSB International — The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business since 2004.

• The College of Engineering: the Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering undergraduate programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, www.abet.org.

• The School of Law has been accredited by the American Bar Association since 1978.

• The Doctor of Pharmacy program of the College of Pharmacy is accredited by the ACPE.

• Education programs are approved by the Massachusetts Board of Education.

• The PhD in Behavior Analysis program has been accredited by the Association of Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) since 2014.

• The entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program has applied for accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 208143449. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is 301-652-AOTA and its Web address is www.acoteonline.org.

MORE PREPARED FOR THE FUTURE

“At Western New England University, excellence in student learning goes hand-in-hand with the development of personal values such as integrity, accountability, and citizenship. Students acquire the tools to support lifelong learning and the skills to succeed in the global workforce. Equally important, all members of our community are committed to guiding students in their development to become informed and responsible leaders in their local and global communities by promoting a campus culture of respect, tolerance, environmental awareness, and social responsibility. “

–From the University’s Mission Statement

MORE...VALUE AND FINANCIAL AID

Western New England University has been ranked in the top 3% of colleges and universities among the top 1,275 public and private institutions reviewed in the United States by The Economist magazine. The rankings analyzed which institutions offered the “best value” for the education received. In a survey of the Class of 2021, 98% were employed or offered employment, or were accepted to graduate school within six months of graduation. Today, more than 90% of undergraduates and law students receive some form of financial aid. A generous undergraduate Merit Scholarship program offers a “bottom line” tuition comparable with many public universities. 96% of freshmen receive some form of financial aid

In a rapidly changing world, WNE is ready to be a model for the new traditional university that educates leaders, problem solvers, and lifelong learners to adapt, compete, and thrive in careers yet to be imagined.

Our student outcomes demonstrate not only the preparedness of graduates to launch successful career, but also their determination to be industry leaders on the cutting edge of their fields.

In our most recent survey of the Class of 2021, 98% of seniors reported post-graduation employment or were pursuing graduate school.

The WNE PharmD Class of 2021 earned a high first-time pass rate (91.5%) on the NAPLEX Exam, greater than the national average (83.6%). This marks our fourth consecutive year of having a pass rate greater than 90%, making WNE one of only three programs in the northeast to achieve these results.