Worcester State University has received the 2025-26 Silver Military Friendly® School and Military Friendly® Spouse designations for the second year in a row for its commitment to military-affiliated students. The Military Friendly® designations are awarded through a rigorous evaluation process that analyzes internal and publicly available data of participating institutions. Administered by Military Friendly®, this […]
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Worcester State ValuePlus
Worcester State believes that high-quality, higher education adds value to our students, our community, and the world. For 150 years, we have been empowering individuals to reach their full potential by making high-quality higher education accessible and affordable.
Beginning in the Fall of 2025, students who qualify for Worcester State ValuePlus can attend Worcester State for $0 in tuition and fees. To qualify, students must be Massachusetts residents and Pell eligible (adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less). Those who qualify will have all tuition, fees, and books covered by a combination of federal, state, and institutional aid.
Read More Beginning in the Fall of 2025, students who qualify for Worcester State ValuePlus can attend Worcester State for $0 in tuition and fees. To qualify, students must be Massachusetts residents and Pell eligible (adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less). Those who qualify will have all tuition, fees, and books covered by a combination of federal, state, and institutional aid.
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Students explore environmental issues with PBS filmmaker and alum Brian Skerry
Veteran National Geographic photographer, filmmaker, and Worcester State alumnus Brian Skerry has spent decades documenting the wonders and the woes of the world’s oceans. Skerry returned to his alma mater recently to present a special compilation of his latest work, a three-part PBS documentary series, Sea Change: The Gulf of Maine in Eager Auditorium, Sullivan Academic Center.
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