Is Westfield State University worth it?
Westfield State University is a public, four-year institution in Westfield, Massachusetts (large suburb). It awarded 1,075 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in criminal justice, social work and psychology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$40,719
Median earnings 4 years after
$59,434
Median earnings 10 years after
$57,346
Average net price
$16,721
Completion rate
54%
Completions (2024)
1,075
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
3,615
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $41,862 | $66,889 | 314 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $42,228 | $67,363 | 301 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $35,004 | $51,730 | 204 |
| Social Work | Master's | $56,882 | $70,061 | 150 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,179 | $54,484 | 145 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $32,134 | $56,349 | 118 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $35,090 | $51,049 | 109 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $81,136 | $93,248 | 89 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $32,456 | $55,828 | 75 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $42,776 | $64,904 | 67 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $35,809 | $51,547 | 64 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $38,596 | $55,699 | 51 |
| Economics | Bachelor's | $41,085 | $72,539 | 44 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $36,577 | $60,025 | 42 |
| History | Bachelor's | $24,879 | $51,439 | 41 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 150 |
| Social Work | Master's | 101 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 72 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 45 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 39 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 36 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 35 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Bachelor's | 34 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 34 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | 32 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 22% | 2,152 |
| Educational Services | 20% | 2,034 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 903 |
| Public Administration | 9% | 864 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 586 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 534 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 520 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 499 |
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Sources: federal figures for Westfield State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Massachusetts. Counts under 10 are not published.
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