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Westfield State University ranks among Massachusetts' top public universities in the 2022 U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges" list. It's tied as the highest-ranking public university in New England for the second consecutive year and is positioned at 85th among 171 institutions in the "Regional Universities–North" category, jumping five spots from last year. Additionally, it's ranked #24 in the "Top Public Schools" list and 72nd in "Best Value Schools" among regional universities, surpassing its peer Massachusetts state universities.

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Celebrating Westfield State's Additional Distinctions

At Westfield State, our dedication to excellence extends beyond academic rankings. We take pride in our numerous distinctions that highlight our commitment to student success and community engagement:

  • One of the highest six-year graduation rates among the Massachusetts universities.
  • One of the largest producers of new teachers among the Massachusetts state universities.
  • Commonwealth Honors Program.
  • Lead Scholars Program (Formerly known as the Urban Education Program)
  • Only public university in New England offering a Bachelor of Science in Regional Planning.
  • Highest percentage of undergraduate students who choose to live on campus among the state universities.
  • One of the largest employers in the City of Westfield.
  • Only four-year public university in “New England’s Knowledge Corridor."
  • Participant in New England Regional Program for tuition adjustment for students from adjacent states.
  • Designated as a “Top Military-Friendly College” by Advanced Military Education Magazine.
  • Designated as a military-friendly school by Victory Media.