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About Worcester State University

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Worcester State University is a public university in Worcester, MA, known for its public masters university, health sciences focus, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 88%, Worcester State is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 799 students each year. Worcester State is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1060–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Worcester State offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $5,470 per year; the sticker price of $32,302 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Worcester State University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

88%
Overall Accept Rate
1135
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1060 – 1210 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Worcester State University

Essay Strategy
Worcester State puts moderate weight on essays, so write something honest and direct about why you want to study in Worcester and how the university fits your specific academic goals. Skip the lofty language and focus on concrete plans, since admissions readers here respond to students who have done their homework about the school.
Demonstrated Interest
Worcester State does not track demonstrated interest in its admissions decisions, so you do not need to stress about emailing admissions or attending every information session. Put that energy into polishing your grades and course rigor instead.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Worcester State University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$32k/yr$8.8k
30k-48k~$32k/yr$9.6k
48k-75k~$32k/yr$9.5k
75k-110k~$32k/yr$13.7k
110k+~$32k/yr$19.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

56%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$50k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,005
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

59%White
19%Hispanic
10%Black / African American
6%Asian
3%Two or More Races
2%International
2%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender40% Men · 60% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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