by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Westfield ranks among other schools offering degrees in general business.
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The bachelor's program at Westfield was ranked #147 on College Factual's Best Schools for general business list. It is also ranked #8 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Westfield State University handed out 150 bachelor's degrees in general business/commerce. This is a decrease of 30% over the previous year when 214 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of general business students who receive their bachelor's degree at Westfield is $40,669. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $42,524 for all general business students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Westfield, general business students borrow a median amount of $26,000 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all general business bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $27,000.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the general business program at Westfield is $167 per month.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the general business majors at Westfield State University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 150 general business majors earned their bachelor's degree from Westfield. Of these graduates, 60% were men and 40% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Westfield are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 75% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Westfield State University with a bachelor's in general business.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 8 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 |
| White | 113 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 13 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 9 |
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