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    Admissions at a Glance

    Westfield is one of a kind, combining big school features with small school advantages

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    Student Life at a Glance

    With 60% of full-time undergrad students living on campus, there’s always something happening at Westfield

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    About Westfield University

    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.

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    Basics

    • Bookstore
    • Location
    • Campus Map & Directions
    • NECHE Accreditation
    • Sustainability

    Who We Are

    • Mission, Vision, and Values
    • President & Leadership
    • Strategic Plan
    • Civic Engagement
    • History

    News & Notable

    • Why Westfield State?
    • Rankings, Awards & Distinctions
    • News
    • Events

  • Info For:

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    Prospective Students

    We have high-quality academics and a gorgeous campus—and we have accessible faculty, providing personal attention.

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