Information for Guidance Counselors
Welcome Guidance Counselors!
Thank you for your interest in Westfield State University. We are one of nine state universities in the Commonwealth and admission to Westfield is highly competitive. We offer 31 majors and our classes are taught by a diverse and distinguished faculty who are well-known in their field and are committed to our students’ total educational development. At Westfield, there are numerous opportunities to extend the learning experience beyond the classroom including:
- A flagship internship program which includes a variety of authentic, real world opportunities with leading-edge companies, government institutions and not for profit organizations such as Walt Disney World, the U.S. Marshal’s Office, and the American Cancer Society.
- A highly-regarded Study Abroad Program with great schools in more than 35 countries around the world including China, France, Italy, and Ireland.
- Many opportunities to be part of Westfield’s lively and diverse campus life including more than 75 student clubs and organizations and 45 intramural and club sport programs.
Not only do we provide our students with an outstanding education at an affordable price but we also take great pride in knowing that our retention and graduation rates are among the highest of the Massachusetts state universities.
Helpful Links
- Academic Programs of Study
- University Catalog
- Application
- AP Exam Course Equivalencies
- Special Admission Opportunities
- Urban Education
- Learning Disabilities
- Decisions and Deadlines
- Cost of Attendance
- Financial Aid
- Merit Scholarship Information
- Honors Program
- Class of 2015 Profile
- 2010-2011 Career Services Experiential Education Report (PDF)
Additional Resources
- Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
- College Board
- Center for Student Opportunity
- Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority
- Travel Schedule
- Campus Tours
- Winter Newsletter from the Office of Admission
Contact the Office of Admission
admissions@westfield.ma.edu
(413) 572-5218
