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Facts & Stats

By the Numbers

Western New England was established in 1919 and became a university in 2011. The main campus has expanded from its original 34 acres to 215 acres, containing 28 major buildings and numerous athletic and recreational fields.

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Our Students

  • 2,433 full-time undergraduates
  • 151 part-time undergraduates
  • 353 law students
  • 429 graduate and adult learners
  • 164 pharmacy students
  • 44 occupational therapy students

Total: 3,574 students from 45 states, territories, and the District of Columbia, and from 29 countries

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Undergraduate Profile

  • 54% are men and 46% are women
  • 42% are from out of state
  • 67% live on campus (67% of first-year students live on campus)
  • Over 200 scholarship and grant programs available to full-time students
  • 99% of students receive financial assistance
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Average first-year SAT scores: Critical Reading & Math Composite: 1,224 (national average: 1,028)
  • Average high school GPA of entering class: 3.68
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Our Faculty/Staff

  • Student/faculty ratio 13:1
  • 195 full-time faculty
  • 210 part-time faculty
  • 379 full-time staff
  • 69 part-time staff

More About Us

Outstanding Academic Offerings

Whether you are a high school student engaged in the college search process or professional seeking an advanced degree, Western New England has the depth and breadth of academic offerings to pursue your interests and goals.

Academics

Our History Speaks Volumes

Just a century ago, our vision was to offer an educational experience that changed peoples lives and open doors for them to seek greater opportunities. While a lot has changed, our University History reflects how our core values and vision still resonate today.

History