Rankings, Awards & Distinctions

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Colleges of Distinction Awards

Westfield State University has been named a College of Distinction for the 2023-2024 academic year, marking its commitment to providing a high-quality undergraduate education that focuses on hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, a vibrant campus life, and successful outcomes.

Colleges of Distinction’s selection process comprises a sequence of in-depth research and detailed interviews with the schools, accepting only those that adhere to the Four Distinctions: Engaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant Community, and Successful Outcomes. As a College of Distinction, Westfield State University has shown excellence in each of these areas, providing its students with a well-rounded, practical education that prepares them for successful careers and lives.

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At Westfield State, we have many things to be proud of.

Rankings

Awards & Distinctions

  • One of the highest six-year graduation rates among the Massachusetts universities
  • One of the largest producers of new teachers among the Massachusetts state universities
  • Commonwealth Honors Program
  • Urban Education Program
  • Only public university in New England offering a bachelor of science in Regional Planning
  • Highest percentage of undergraduate students who choose to live on campus among the state universities
  • One of the largest employers in the City of Westfield
  • Only four-year public university in “New England’s Knowledge Corridor”
  • Enrolls students from every county in Massachusetts
  • Participant in New England Regional Program for tuition adjustment for students from adjacent states
  • Winner of 16 MASCAC athletics conference Smith Cup championships
  • Designated as a “Top Military-Friendly College” by Advanced Military Education Magazine
  • Designated as a military-friendly school by Victory Media