Boston, MA · Westfield, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| University of Massachusetts-Boston | Westfield State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 83.8% | 81.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $15,908 | $12,179 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $38,125 | $18,259 |
| Average Net Price | $17,768 | $17,406 |
| Graduation Rate | 49.0% | 54.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 15,575 | 4,588 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 15 | 17 |
GradFax Analysis
University of Massachusetts-Boston accepts 83.8% of applicants. Westfield State University accepts 81.4%. University of Massachusetts-Boston's in-state tuition is $15,908. Westfield State University's is $12,179. Westfield State University is cheaper. University of Massachusetts-Boston graduates 49% of students in 6 years. Westfield State University graduates 54%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Westfield State University. It accepts 81.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Westfield State University, on average. After aid, students pay $17,406/year versus $17,768/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Westfield State University: 54% of students finish in 6 years. University of Massachusetts-Boston is at 49%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.