School Summary

Worcester State University


General Information:

Founded in 1874, Worcester State University is seated on 58 acres located in Worcester county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 13:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 2 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 270. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

486 Chandler Street

Worcester, MA
01602-2597
For more information call: 508 929-8040. This school has a website at https://www.worcester.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://www.applyweb.com/worcest/index.ftl


Application Deadline: May
Application Fee: $50
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
No Application Requirements available.


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $970.00 $7,050.00
Room and Board $14,037.00 $14,037.00
Fees $10,816.00 $10,816.00
Total $25,823.00 $31,903.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.worcester.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: 3-2 Degree Program, No degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
No Competition - Virtually all applicants accepted regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 4% 0%
600-699 27% 0%
500-599 49% 0%
400-499 14% 0%
300-399 5% 0%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 20%
24-29 40%
18-23 40%
12-17 0%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% N/A
11-25% N/A
26-50% N/A
Under 50% N/A



Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Equestrian sports, Field hockey, Golf, Ice hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Basketball, Football, Soccer, Softball, Table tennis, Volleyball

Basketball, Football, Soccer, Softball, Table tennis, Volleyball



No intercollegiate male scholarships found.


No intercollegiate female scholarships found.


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,909
Female 2,825
Total 4,734


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 2,060
Female 3,551
Total 5,611

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 6%
African American 9%
Hispanic 17%
Native American 0%
White 61%
Other 7%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 87%
At Least 25 Years Old 13%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 96%
Out Of State 4%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 33%
Live Off Campus 68%


Multicultural Festival, Homecoming, SGA Auction to Benefit The Homeless

SS (Student Senate), SEC (Student Events Committee), TWA (Third World Alliance), WSCW (Radio Station), DC (Dance Company/Club)


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 09.0900                                           Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 50.0101                                           Visual and Performing Arts, General
  • 51.0001                                           Health and Wellness, General
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 30.2001                                           International/Globalization Studies
  • 09.0102                                           Mass Communication/Media Studies
  • 03.0104                                           Environmental Science
  • 51.0201                                           Communication Sciences and Disorders, General
  • 26.1103                                           Bioinformatics
  • 45.1201                                           Urban Studies/Affairs
  • 26.1201                                           Biotechnology
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 19.0707                                           Family and Community Services
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 13.0101                                           Education, General
  • 05.0207                                           Women's Studies
  • 05.0200                                           Ethnic Studies
  • 40.0101                                           Physical Sciences, General
  • 19.0708                                           Child Care and Support Services Management
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 45.0701                                           Geography
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 30.0101                                           Biological and Physical Sciences
  • 10.0202                                           Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
  • 51.2306                                           Occupational Therapy/Therapist
  • 51.1504                                           Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
  • 13.1311                                           Mathematics Teacher Education
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 51.3803                                           Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 09.0199                                           Communication and Media Studies, Other
  • 09.0499                                           Journalism, Other
  • 51.9999                                           Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
  • 44.0799                                           Social Work, Other

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