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Facts & Stats

Western New England was established in 1919 and became a university in 2011. The main campus has expanded from its original 34 acres to 215 acres, containing 28 major buildings and numerous athletic and recreational fields.

Our Students

  • 2,522 full-time undergraduates
  • 61 part-time undergraduates
  • 395 law students
  • 392 graduate and adult learners
  • 203 pharmacy students
  • 74 occupational therapy students

TOTAL: 3,647 students from 38 states and D.C. and 22 countries

Undergraduate Profile

  • 58% of full-time students are men and 42% are women
  • 48% of full-time students are from out of state
  • 56.8% of full-time students live on campus (75.6% of freshmen live on campus)
  • Nearly 170 scholarship programs available to full-time students
  • 95% of students receive financial assistance
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Average freshman SAT scores: Critical Reading & Math: 1203 (national average: 1060)
  • Average high school GPA of entering class: 3.49

Our Faculty/Staff

  • Student/faculty ratio 13:1
  • 213 full-time faculty
  • 124 adjunct faculty
  • 414 full-time staff
  • 56 part-time staff

A Vibrant Student Body

Approximately 56.8% of full-time undergraduates live on campus (75.6% of freshmen) to become invested members of our institution. The University has a growing international enrollment from over 20 countries who enrich our living and learning community and serve as global ambassadors of our unique educational experience.

Student Affairs

Supporting Your Goals

About 95% of students receive some form of financial aid through our Merit Scholarship program, need-based scholarships, grants, campus employment, and loans.

Merit Aid

Alumni Affinity

Western New England University has more than 45,000 alumni, of which more than 8,000 are graduates of the School of Law. While our alumni reside in all 50 states and in 48 countries around the world, they maintain strong bonds of affinity to our institution, supporting our Annual Fund, donating their time to mentor current students, or hiring our graduates.

Alumni

More About Us

  • Explore Our Outstanding Academic Offerings

    Whether you are a high school student engaged in the college search process or professional seeking an advanced degree, Western New England has the depth and breadth of academic offerings to pursue your interests and goals.

    Academics

  • Our History Speaks Volumes

    Just a century ago, our vision was to offer an educational experience that changed peoples lives and open doors for them to seek greater opportunities. While a lot has changed, our University History reflects how our core values and vision still resonate today.

    History

  • Financial Statements

    • University Audited Financial Statements
    • University Federal (990) Tax Returns