Nursing at Westfield State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, take a look at what Westfield State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Westfield State University is located in Westfield, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 36 nursing degrees were awarded at Westfield State University.
Featured schools near , edit
Online Class Availability at Westfield State University
Distance learning is available at Westfield State University. Of 4,588 students, 515 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,058 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Westfield State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Westfield State University’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #14 of 42 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #21 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #32 of 97 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #38 of 92 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #335 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1180 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Westfield State University
Graduates of Westfield State University’s Nursing program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,590 |
| 2 years | $68,331 |
| 3 years | $75,730 |
| 4 years | $84,941 |
| 5 years | $86,414 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Westfield State University report median earnings of $84,941, compared with $52,209 for all Westfield State University graduates — about 63% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nursing graduates from Westfield State University is $26,900.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Nursing graduates at Westfield State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at Westfield State University are 83% women (30) and 17% men (6).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Westfield State University
Among the 36 bachelor’s nursing graduates at Westfield State University, 83% were women (30) and 17% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Westfield State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Westfield State University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Westfield State University
This Nursing program at Westfield State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 36 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Westfield State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.