About | Westfield State University

Who We Are

Westfield State University’s 256 acre campus lies just west of Springfield in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts, surrounded by mountain views and tree-lined streets. Building on our founding vision as the first college in America offering an education without barriers of race, gender, or economic status, Westfield offers excellent undergraduate and graduate programs in liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies.

Known for: business, education, criminal justice, psychology, communication, nursing
Centrally located in Massachusetts
Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
Rankings, Awards & Distinctions
Led by President Linda Thompson, DrPH
Founded in 1839 by Horace Mann

#1

MOST AFFORDABLE COLLEGE WITH BEST OUTCOMES IN MA
4,300

TOTAL ENROLLMENT
33 MAJORS

14 MASTERS PROGRAMS

Our Students

Westfield has a vibrant student community with 60% of students living on campus. Beyond the classroom Owls are active in over 70 clubs and organizations and almost half play intramural sports or Division III athletics. They serve the community through over 300 projects each year.

About 4,300 total enrollment
86% undergraduate, 14% post-graduate
55% female / 45% male
23% students of color
Average High School GPA 3.20

Student Body Profile

Smiling student looking at camera while working on laptop in the campus center

What We Value

Westfield is here to help students develop the knowledge, skills and character essential to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens. Our shared values of diversity, excellence, access, and civic engagement strengthen our common bond and commitment to one another