UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
Welcome to Admissions at Westfield! We understand that selecting a college is an important decision and that is why we are available to guide you throughout the process. Please feel free to call us if you have any questions or concerns so that our experienced and dedicated staff can assist you. We can be reached at (413) 572-5218.
Admission Decisions
Admission is selective and decisions are made on an individual basis by the Westfield admission staff in accordance with guidelines established by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education (DHE). Because of the quantity and quality of applicants, the College has reserved the right to set higher minimum standards than those published by the DHE. When considering applications, the following are the most important criteria.
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grades earned
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cumulative grade point average calculated using BHE standards
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the level of difficulty and distribution of coursework
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SAT-1 or ACT scores (when required)
The staff also looks at other criteria, including:
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co-curricular activities
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community involvement
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leadership skills
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letters of recommendation (optional)
Fall Applicants:
The freshman application filing deadline is March 1. Most freshman applicants will receive decision letters by March 15. All applicants who completed their files by the filing deadline will receive decision letters by the end of March.
The transfer application filing deadline is March 1. Completed transfer application files will be reviewed and decisions will be made beginning at the end of February. Transfer file review will continue as long as space remains available, or until our fall processing deadline of June 4, whichever occurs first.
Spring Applicants:
The application filing deadline is November 15. Completed applications will be reviewed beginning in October.
Admission applications for the full-time undergraduate day division are no longer being accepted for the spring 2010 semester.
Qualified applicants are accepted to the college as long as spaces remain available.
Application Deadlines:
Carefully read the instructions on the 'How to Apply' page before attempting to fill out your application for admission. Be sure to answer every item pertaining to your applicant type.
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Fall Freshman Application - March 1
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Fall Transfer Application - March 1
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Spring Application - November 15