Weather Closure: Monday, February 23 Open or Close Alert Message
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Due to the expected winter storm, the University will close campus Monday, February 23.  We expect to resume normal operations on Tuesday morning. If conditions change, we will share updates promptly.

Campus Services During the Closure

While most in-person activities will pause, essential services will remain available. Public Safety and Facilities will be on campus throughout the storm, and the following services are expected to remain open or staffed:

• Residence Halls (RDs/RAs on duty)
• Dining
• Computer Labs
• Facilities/Housekeeping
• Health Services (TBD by Director)

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

Classes and Work During the Closure

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. We will communicate any changes or reopening details through WNE Alert, email, and the University website.

Thank you for your cooperation and flexibility as we work to keep our community safe during the storm.

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MSMS Admissions Requirements

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Applications to the MSMS program may be submitted via PharmGrad.org or the Western New England University free application.

  • Bachelor’s degree: A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • Preferred Bachelor’s degree majors: Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Dental Surgery, Health Sciences, Health Studies, Medical Engineering, Medicine, Medical Lab Technology, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Surgery, or Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry.
  • Minimum GPA: An undergraduate GPA of 2.70 or foreign equivalent is preferred. Candidates with a lower GPA will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts from all colleges attended must be submitted. International applicants may be required to provide a foreign course-by-course degree evaluation prior to matriculation.
  • Recommendations: Two letters of recommendations are preferred; if provided, we prefer one recommendation be from a professor.
  • Essay question: How would obtaining an MSMS degree from WNE help you obtain your career goals?
  • A current résumé or CV must be submitted.
  • Qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and complete a writing sample.

English-language test scores are required for all applicants who are non-native English speakers UNLESS they have completed a bachelor's degree or graduate degree following three or more years of campus-based post-secondary instruction in the United States.

  • Applicants may use any of the following standardized tests to meet our English language requirement:
    • TOEFL – 80 IBT
    • IELTS – 6.5
    • PTE Academic – 56
    • STEP Eiken – 1
    • iTEP – 4.5
    • Duolingo – 105 DET
  • List of countries in which English language testing would be waived because it is the primary language:
    • Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, and the United Kingdom.

Qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview and complete a writing sample.

Contact Information

Master of Science in Medical Sciences Admissions

413-796-2528
413-796-2266 (fax)
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