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Worcester State University

Worcester, Massachusetts 01602-2597

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

Worcester State University is a public institution in Worcester with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1145, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 4K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,624 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,738.

Established
1874
Mascot
Chandler H. Lancer
Type
Public university
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III

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48 upcoming visits · Next: Fri, Apr 10 · Accepted Students Day, Campus Tour, Information Session, Open House, Saturday Info Session, Transfer Decision Day
90%Acceptance
1145SAT Avg
3,963Students
15:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$60,624Earnings 10yr
$14,738Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Worcester State University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate89.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1145

Reading & WritingMid: 555
505635
MathMid: 557
503645

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

89.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1145

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$11,286
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,366
Room & Board$12,999
Books & Supplies$1,368
Total Cost of Attendance$21,586
Average Net Price$14,738
Median Debt at Graduation$19,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$207

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,035
$30–48K$10,061
$48–75K$12,665
$75–110K$17,378
$110K+$19,939

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$14,738

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

5200.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,916

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

31

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (56)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
3,963
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%

Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Black 9%
Hispanic 18%
Asian 6%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.5%
Freshman Retention76.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$50,233
8 Years$53,751
10 Years$60,624

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$48,100
Men
$58,300

Rankings

U.S. News
#450

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Lancers

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

143Very High

Estimated from MA state average + city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K
41 mi(71 min)
New Yorkpop. 8.3M
155 mi(269 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
235 mi(407 min)

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