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Western New England University [WNE] Springfield Admission, Criteria & Application Deadlines

Springfield, MassachusettsLocation

UniversitySchool type

Estd1919established year

3792enrollment

Private (Not for Profit)

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Western New England Universityoffers a wide range of programs at undergraduate and graduate level to choose from. The University is a renowned institute in the US Education System that has a great impact on international students when seeking admissions to study in the USA.

For admission in fall, the university received a total of 6,862 undergraduate applications out of which 85% were accepted and 12% enrolled. The University accepted 84% of the male applicants and 87% female applicants. Western New England University has a total enrollment of 3,825 students representing 40 states and territories in the U.S. out of which 2,698 are undergraduate students, 326 are law students, 462 are graduate and adult students, 243 pharmacy students and 95 are occupational therapy students.

Some important highlights of the process of admission at Western New England University are as follows:

The University accepts applications throughout the year on a rolling basis.
Applications for fall semester are reviewed from October.
Early action applicants can expect an admission decision by November 15.
Applicants are advised to apply early as a large volume of applications are received from mid-November to mid-January which delays the response time.
The review process approximately takes 2-3 weeks from the time when the application is completed.
The University does not offer any on-campus English program. However, students may receive a conditional offer if they do not fulfill the English language proficiency requirements.
Students admitted to the Western New England University had an SAT score between 1080 and 1242 or an ACT score of 23 and 28.
SAT/ ACT scores as well as letters of recommendation are not required for admission to the university.
GMAT waiver may be granted to applicants of the business school on a case-by-case basis.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online
Application Fee	For UG Applications: 40 USD  For Graduate Applications:50 USD
Acceptance rate	85%
Average SAT score	1161 10
Average ACT score	25.4
Mode of Payment	MasterCard and Visa
Academic Calendar	Semester based
Financial Aid	Loans, Grants and Scholarships available

Western New England University International Student Admissions

Western New England University accepts international applications from nearly 30 countries. The basic requirements for admission are the same as for domestic students. 

Application portal: The students can either apply using the University Application or Common Application portal.

Application fee: The application fee is 40 USD for undergraduates and 50 USD for graduate applicants.

Basic Admission Requirements:

Official high school transcripts translated in English by an official authority.
English proficiency proof. 
Copy of passport.
Affidavit of support.
Proof of financial aid

Contact details of the university for international admissions

413-782-1321
international@wne.edu

English proficiency test scores

The international students applying to the University have to demonstrate English language proficiency. The table below shows the minimum scores required by the students in the standard language tests.

Test   accepted	Undergraduate scores	Graduate scores
SAT (critical reading)	450	Not applicable
ACT (verbal score)	18	Not applicable
IELTS	6	6.5
TOEFL (iBT)	79	79
PTE Academic	53	58
STEP Eiken	Pre 1	2A
iTEP	4	4
Duolingo (DET)	105	110

Visa Process for International Students

The students can apply for a visa to study in the USA. Once the application is accepted the university will issue an I-20 form which will be mailed to the permanent address of the student. The students will then be required to pay the SEVIS fee, submit the required documents, and schedule an interview with the US embassy. 

The required documents are: 

Passport 
DS-160 Confirmation page 
SEVIS fee payment receipt 
Photo 
I-20 
Financial documentation

Western New England University Undergraduate Admissions

Western New England University offers undergraduate courses in various disciplines like Accounting, Computer Science, Engineering, etc. 

Where to Apply: WNE Application or Common Application

Application Fee: None

Admission Requirements: The admission requirements for undergraduate programs are:

Complete application form
Official high school transcripts or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
English proficiency test scores (for international applicants)
SAT/ ACT scores are not required.
Letter of recommendations are also not required.

For admission to courses offered by the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business and Engineering, applicants are required to successfully complete minimum preparatory units as given in the table below:

Department	Minimum Preparatory Units
College of Arts and Sciences	4 units English 1 unit laboratory science 2 units mathematics equivalent to algebra I, geometry or algebra II 1 unit United States history
College of Business	4 units English 1 unit laboratory science 3 units mathematics equivalent to algebra I, geometry, and algebra II 1 unit United States history
College of Engineering	4 units English 1 unit United States history 1 unit laboratory science and 1 unit physics or chemistry 4 units mathematics equivalent to algebra I, geometry, algebra II and an additional year beyond algebra II

Western New England University Graduate Admissions

The University offers various graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Engineering for aspirants across the globe seeking to study in the USA. Professional degrees are also offered through the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and the School of Law. Four terms are offered for graduate studies: fall, winter, spring, and summer. 

Application portal: The students have to apply online on the website of College.

Application fee: 50 USD (can be waived if the application form is signed by a WNE alumnus)

Admission requirements: 

Scored of standardized Tests (GMAT or GRE)
Copy of official transcripts in English submitted directly by the institutions attended. 
Proof of English proficiency.
Requirements for the student visa.

Each graduate course has specific requirements. Here are some popular graduate courses at the University: 

Requirements	MBA	MS Mechanical Engineering	MA Mathematics for Teachers	MSc Accounting	MS Law
Official transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
Personal statement	Required (500 words)	Not required	Required (one page)	Required (500 words)	Required (1-2 pages)
Letters of Recommendation	Required (2 letters)	Required (2 letters)	Required (2 letters)	Required (2 letters)	Required (2 letters)
Resume or CV	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
GRE or GMAT scores	Required	GRE required	Not required	Required	Not required

International students must be enrolled in 18 credits over four terms to meet the eligibility. The students have to submit the test scores using the University codes:

GMAT Codes - 4ZX-WX-72 (MBA),  4ZX-WX-01 (MSA), 4ZX-WX-76 (MSOL)
GRE Code - 3962

Documentation sent via mail should be sent to: 

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

Western New England University takes 2 to 3 weeks to process graduate applications and 1 to 2 weeks for undergraduate applications. Those who are accepted are strongly recommended to login to their application status page regularly to receive important updates. The University is slightly selective but if the applicants do not fall well below average, they have a great possibility of securing a place. The admissions not only depend on GPA, SAT, or other scores but also on coursework difficulty, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and personal statements equally. 

FAQs

Ques. Is Financial Aid available for international students at Western New England University ?

Ans. Yes, international students are eligible for merit based Scholarships at Western New England University. They will be informed about their eligibility and other requirements in the Admission letter.

Ques. Can I work On-campus when enrolled at Western New England University?

Ans. Yes, the students are given various employment opportunities on-campus at Western New England University. However, you can work only for 20 hours a week.

Ques. Can I stay on-campus residence during breaks at Western New England University?

Ans. Yes, Residence halls at Western New England University are generally open during breaks. However, you will have to arrange your own food plans. Also, you will get a form for break housing 15 days before the break starts.

Ques. When should I apply for admission at Western New England University?

Ans. The Admissions at Western New England University are on a rolling basis, meaning, on the basis of available seats. However, University starts accepting applications in August and mails the decisions starting from November.

Ques. Can I get an application fee waiver at Western New England University?

Ans. Yes, you can get a fee waiver at Western New England University if your school counselor mails the Admission Office regarding the same. You can also get it waived if your family financial conditions are weak.