Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Online | worcester.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Worcester State University occupies a suburban campus in Worcester, Massachusetts, situated approximately 45 miles west of Boston. The institution, which began as a teacher training school in 1874, evolved into a comprehensive public university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs through its six academic schools. The campus spans 58 acres featuring a mix of historic and modern facilities, including the recently constructed Wellness Center and the Ghosh Science and Technology Building. Academic programs in education, business administration, and nursing are among the university's prominent offerings, with nursing being particularly well-established in the region. The university maintains traditional residence halls housing students on campus, and competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Worcester State Lancers.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Worcester State University is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Worcester State University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#565 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#178 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Massachusetts
#547 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#33 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1008/1280 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,368 |
| Other Fees | $10,316 |
| Room and Board | $12,999 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,892 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,545 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,368 |
| Other Fees | $10,316 |
| Room and Board | $12,999 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,892 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,625 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Psychology | 15% |
| Health Professions | 14% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 7% |
| Biology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168430 IPEDS survey data for Worcester State University.
Current students may use the Worcester State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025