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Worcester State University

Worcester State University is a medium, public institution located in Worcester, ma. Founded in 1874, Worcester State University offers undergraduate degrees in 56 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 4,025 undergraduates
cost $10,786 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Worcester State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 87.7%
SAT score average 1135
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA 3.4
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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November
05
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Worcester State University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
14 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Biology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $10,786
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,245
Books & supplies $1,368
Other expenses $1,700
Cost of attendance* $27,099
Average financial aid package $10,562
Estimated cost $16,537 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $16,866
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,245
Books & supplies $1,368
Other expenses $1,700
Cost of attendance* $33,179
Average financial aid package $10,562
Estimated cost $22,617 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Worcester State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,025, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

5,611

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
49%
African American %
7%
Hispanic American %
14%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
23%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Worcester State University, students love their DC (Dance Company/Club). Student athletes compete in Division 3 sports.

Campus info

map 486 Chandler St, Worcester, MA 01602-2597
phone 508-929-8040
address https://www.worcester.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Dc (dance company/club)

Ss (student senate)

Twa (third world alliance)

Enactus

Sec (student events committee)

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Worcester State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Worcester State University?

Worcester State University is located in Worcester, ma.

What is the acceptance rate at Worcester State University? 

The acceptance rate for Worcester State University is 88%.

What’s the average GPA for Worcester State University?

The average high school GPA for Worcester State University students was 3.4.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Worcester State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Worcester State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $108,396.

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