Weather Closure: Tuesday, January 26 Open or Close Alert Message
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Due to continued winter weather impacts and slow overnight recovery conditions, Western New England University will remain closed on Tuesday. All classes, offices, and in-person activities are canceled for the day. We expect to resume normal operations on Wednesday morning, and will provide updates should conditions change.

Campus Services During the Closure

While most in-person activities will pause, essential services will remain available for students living on campus. The following services are expected to remain open or staffed:

  • Residence Halls (RDs/RAs on duty)
  • Dining (modified hours as needed)
  • Public Safety
  • Facilities/Housekeeping
  • University Operator
  • Health Services (TBD by Director)

Students living on campus should continue to expect regular support from Residence Life and Public Safety.

Classes and Remote Work

Students

All offices and in-person activities are canceled for the day. In-person classes are canceled but may be held remotely at the discretion of faculty. Faculty will communicate directly, so please check your email and course site for updates. 

Classes that are already scheduled to be fully remote will continue as usual unless otherwise communicated by your instructor. 

Staff
Staff who are able to work remotely should coordinate with supervisors as appropriate. Staff whose work requires on-campus presence should follow supervisor guidance.

Staying Informed
The University’s Inclement Weather Policy is available on the WNE website via the homepage banner. Any changes or reopening information will be shared through WNE Alert, email, and the University website.

Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety of our campus community.  A special THANK YOU to the Facilities and Public Safety teams for all their hard work and dedication during this significant storm!

Campus in the fall

Graduate Admission Process

Start Your Next Step

The Graduate Admissions team will be available to assist you as you take the next steps to becoming a graduate student with Western New England University. Most of our programs do not have a deadline for applying and offer three entry terms annually. Admission decisions are typically released within 1-2 weeks of an application becoming complete. Additional details are provided below.

Not sure about what you want to study, or want to get a feel for what a graduate course will be like before enrolling in a program? You have the option to enroll in up to two graduate courses (six credits) as a nondegree student. Eligible credits can be used toward your degree requirements if you enroll in a degree program.

Application for Nondegree Study

Financial aid is not available to nondegree students. Students approved to register as a nondegree student must maintain a GPA of a “B” (3.0) in coursework completed at WNE to be eligible for admission.

Contact Information

Graduate Admissions
Western New England University
1215 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01119-2684

413-782-1517
800-325-1122, ext. 1517
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