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Western New England University Admission Requirements

Springfield, Massachusetts

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Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

88%
Admission Difficulty for Western New England University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Western New England University is 88%.  Its admission rate is the 57th lowest in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Western New England University and can you get accepted?

Western New England University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,393 out of the 6,128 who applied were admitted.

Western New England University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.49. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 11% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Western New England University?

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Western New England University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.49 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1190 on the SAT
  • Score 26 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Western New England University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.49

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Western New England University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Western New England University are to have around a 3.49 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.49 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Western New England University accepts 88% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Western New England University is 3.49 on the 4.0 scale. 31% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #28 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Western New England University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Western New England University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 31.3% Good
3.75 to 3.99 12.9% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 11.5% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.2% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.3% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 15.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.7% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.1% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Western New England University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Western New England University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 22% of students submitted SAT scores and 1% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1090-1280

Applicants Submitting SAT 

22%
SAT Scores for Western New England University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 540
Math 25th Percentile 550
Composite 25th Percentile 1090
SAT Scores for Western New England University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 640
Math 75th Percentile 640
Composite 75th Percentile 1280
Average SAT Score 1190

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Western New England University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Western New England University is 1190 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1090-1280. Students who get into Western New England University score in the top 43 percent of all SAT test takers..  Western New England University ranks #32 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1190 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Western New England University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1090 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1090, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 990, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Western New England University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1190 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1185, you have around a 88% chance of being admitted. A 1280 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 93% chance of getting in.

Western New England University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1280 and Above Good >93%
1185 to 1280 Avg + 88%-93%
1090 to 1185 Avg - 79%-88%
995 to 1090 Reach 67%-79%
Less than 995 Low <67%
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Western New England University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-29 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

1%
ACT Scores for Western New England University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 22
Math 25th Percentile 26
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for Western New England University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 28
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 29
Average ACT Score 26

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Western New England University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Western New England University is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 29.  The school ranks #32 in Massachusetts for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

1 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Western New England University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Western New England University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Western New England University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 88% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 29 ACT score.

Western New England University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
29 and Above Good >94%
26 to 29 Avg + 88%-94%
24 to 26 Avg - 81%-88%
22 to 24 Reach 72%-81%
Less than 22 Low <72%
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High School Class Rank

54% of Western New England University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Western New England University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 24%
Top 25% of class 54%
Top 50% of class 87%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Western New England University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,765 3,363 6,128
Accepted 2,445 2,948 5,393
Acceptance Rate 88% 88% 88%
Enrolled 239 350 589
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 10% 12% 11%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Western New England University is $40.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Western New England University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Western New England University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Western New England University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Western New England University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.49 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1190 and ACT of 26 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168254 IPEDS survey data for Western New England University.

Last updated February 24, 2024