Tuition & Fees for Graduate & Part-Time Undergraduate
Whether you're pursuing a graduate degree, earning a certificate, advancing your career, or taking a course for personal enrichment, Westfield State University offers affordable pathways to meet your goals. Below you'll find current tuition rates, fees, and payment information for Graduate and Continuing Education programs so you can plan with confidence.
Tuition and Fees
| 2026-2027 Tuition and Fees – per credit | Rate |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate (0100-0400 level courses) | $388/credit (Effective Fall 2026) |
| Graduate (0500-0600 level courses) | $442/credit (Effective Fall 2026) |
| Masters of Social Work | $576/credit (Effective Fall 2026) |
| Master of Science, Athletic Training | $525/credit (Program start Fall 2027) |
| Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | $690/credit (Effective Fall 2026) |
| RN-to-BSN Program | $377/credit (Effective Fall 2026) |
| Audit | $50/credit (undergraduate) $50/credit (graduate) |
| Student Teaching/School Counseling Practicum Fee | $250 per placement |
| Psychology Practicum Fee | $100 |
| MBA/Business Certificate Program Technology Fee | $250 per term |
| Cost includes per-credit tuition ($85 undergraduate; $105 graduate), a $75 Registration Fee, a $75 Educational Service Fee, and applicable instructional fees. | |
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Tuition and fee information for the Physician Assistant Studies program is available on the PA program Cost of Attendance website.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Prices are subject to change without advance notice.
Tuition cost for all DGCE courses, including Military TA Students and tuition waivers:
Undergraduate Tuition Cost per Credit: $85.00
Graduate Tuition Cost per Credit: $105.00
Payment Options: We accept checks, money orders, American Express, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover Credit Cards; cash is accepted in the exact amount only. (Only U.S. currency accepted). Credit and debit card payments of educational expenses will be charged a 3% service fee. To avoid this fee, consider paying via e-check when making an online payment. To learn more about the fee, read the Credit Card Fee FAQ's.
Withdraw and Refund Schedule
Information on course withdraw and refunds for DGCE offered courses.
Other Fees
| Fees | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Post-Baccalaureate and Graduate Application Fee | $50 |
| Graduate Program Deposit for Social Work, Applied Behavior Analysis and Counseling (Non-Refundable) | $150 |
| New Student I.D. Card (validated each semester) | $20 |
| Replacement I.D. Card | $40 |
| Lab Fee | $40 |
| Art Fee | $40 |
| Late registration fee - 2 weeks prior to the term start date | $50 |
| Late Payment Fee | $100 |
| Late Withdrawal Fee (if approved) | $25 |
| Reinstatement Fee | $50 |
| Nursing Fee- 4-year BSN program students only (does not apply to RN-BSN program) | $1,794 (full year) |
| International Student Program Fee | $250/semester (J-1 Visa) $500/ semester (F-1 Visa) |
| PA Program Enrollment Fee | $1,000 |
| Health Insurance (Coverage from August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027) *Price subject to change each academic year | $4,962.44 (full year) |
| Delayed Payment Fee (non-refundable) | $100 |
| Returned Check Fee | $25 |
| Commencement Fee (assessed semester of graduation) | $75 |
| Parking fee (full year/half year) UG students | $100 / $50 |
| Parking fee (full year/ half year) GR students | $60 / $30 |
| Optional Fitness Center Fee | $78 per semester |