by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Western New England worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Western New England is ranked #2,813 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #60 of 85 for value.
These Western New England majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Retail Management | #16 of 18 |
| Business Information Systems | #16 of 17 |
| Information Resources Management | #16 of 17 |
| Marketing | #41 of 53 |
| Other Marketing | #41 of 53 |
| Management Information Systems | #112 of 121 |
| Bioengineering & Biomedical Engineering | #135 of 156 |
| Biomedical Engineering | #135 of 156 |
| Engineering | #135 of 156 |
| Biology | #143 of 179 |
Read the full Western New England value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Western New England University is ranked #31 out of #96 in Massachusetts for quality and #60 out of #85 for Massachusetts value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Western New England financial aid page to be sure.
Western New England University is ranked #2,813 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Western New England University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Western New England costs about $27,947. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $111,787 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $60,123 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $27,290 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $27,947 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $111,787 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Western New England net price and the factors that affect it.
What Western New England costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Western New England degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $240,492 | — | — |
| All Students | $111,787 | #2,813 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $109,160 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $240,492 | — | — |
| All Students | $111,787 | #60 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $109,160 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Western New England shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $28,987 |
| $30K–$48K | $26,284 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,102 |
| $75K–$110K | $30,277 |
| Over $110K | $33,983 |
About 98% of Western New England undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,114 per year. Get more details on the Western New England financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Western New England cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.