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Undergraduate Admissions
Shaughnessy Administration Building
Suite A-248
admissions@worcester.edu
508-929-8040
508-929-8183
Mailing Address
Undergraduate Admissions
Suite A-248
486 Chandler St.
Worcester, MA 01602

Congratulations on your acceptance to Worcester State University!

We are excited to welcome you to Worcester State. Here, you will find a diverse, motivated community of scholars and faculty and a dynamic campus with outstanding facilities and plenty of opportunities for rewarding academic and extracurricular activities.

With 5,300 enrolled students and a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Worcester State offers a tight-knit campus environment where you can reach your full potential. Students get the training they need for professional success and personal growth through Worcester State’s MajorPlus program—a program that provides an excellent return on investment by allowing students to graduate with two majors, or a major and minor, within four years without added time, credits, or expense.

Tuition and fees that are 35% lower than other area colleges means a better return on your education investment. And Worcester State is committed to keeping tuition costs low, so there’s no need to worry about costs rising substantially before you graduate.

And the opportunities don’t end at graduation. With 20,000 alumni in Worcester County, graduates will have access to a strong network of professionals.

Follow our checklist to navigate the steps you will need to take before you arrive on campus.

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At A Glance
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14:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
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68% / 32%
Commuter/resident students
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40
Student Clubs & Organizations
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20
NCAA Division III Athletics Teams
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80+
Majors & Minors
94%
94%
Graduates employed or in graduate school or both within 6 months of graduation
4478
4478
Undergraduate enrollment
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$11,286
Cost of attendance: tuition and fees for MA residents
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$10,256
Average Financial Aid award
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What is MajorPlus?
MajorPlus is Worcester State's new flexible academic framework which gives students the ability to focus on two areas of academic study without adding time to their degree.
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Why Worcester State?

There are many qualities which make a Worcester State education an outstanding choice, both in the classroom and beyond. Whether it's getting involved in undergraduate research alongside our faculty, studying abroad to experience different cultures and perspectives, participating in one of our leadership programs, competing in one of our 20 NCAA teams, or making friends with like-minded peers in our clubs and organizations - Worcester State provides a wealth of opportunity.
Why Worcester State?

Affordability

Choosing Worcester State gives students the opportunity to earn a degree from a respected institution while keeping costs as low as possible.
Why Worcester State?

Expertise

Our intentionally small class sizes let students make the most of our faculty's experience and dedication, and tap into their expertise.
Why Worcester State?

Facilities

Through a process of continual improvement, Worcester State offers students exceptional facilities and the resources of a first-class liberal arts and sciences university.
Why Worcester State?

Readiness

Worcester State provides students with programs and opportunities designed to provide hands-on learning, collaboration with industry partners, and career readiness.
Live on campus! Explore the Residence Halls!
Take a tour of Worcester State's four residence halls with students who lived there. See the different room options, the facilities available, and the amazing views across campus.
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Chandler Village
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Sheehan Hall
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Wasylean Hall
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Dowden Hall

A note from the President…

  • Dear family members,

    Congratulations on your student’s acceptance to Worcester State University! The choice of which university to attend is a big decision for the entire family. As a father of three, I have gone through this process and I know firsthand the significance of the college selection process. You should feel confident in your choice of Worcester State – one of New England’s top-ranked institutions according to The Princeton Review, U.S. News and World Report, and Money Magazine. Your student will follow the path of many successful alumni who started their educational journey at Worcester State and I look forward to welcoming them as a member of the incoming class!

    Worcester State is proud to be the home of Major Plus, our unique academic framework that allows all new students to complete TWO academic programs in the same four years at no extra cost. With great opportunities for leadership characteristic development, Major Plus gives Worcester State graduates an advantage after college.

    As you have likely read in the news, the U.S. Department of Education’s changes to the FAFSA form experienced unforeseen setbacks in its early release. This will impact when universities like Worcester State will receive student information to assemble financial aid award letters. For this reason, we have made the decision to extend our deposit deadline for all accepted students to June 1, 2024. If your student is ready to secure their spot at Worcester State for the fall, I encourage them to pay their deposit before June 1 to begin the enrollment process.

    I hope you and your student will join me for Congratulations Day for Accepted Students on Saturday, April 6, 2024. To RSVP, go to worcester.edu/congratsday. After attending this celebratory and informative event, you will have the opportunity to secure your student’s spot for fall 2024. I am confident your student will be successful and supported during their time at Worcester State and I look forward to welcoming them to campus this fall. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach me at presidentsoffice@worcester.edu. I will be happy to hear from you.

    Sincerely,

    Barry M. Maloney
    President

Living on Campus
There's plenty going on to keep students busy and engaged!
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Campus life at Worcester State
Hear current students talk about all the amazing opportunities happening on and off campus.
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Welcome to #WooLife?
Worcester State's Residence Life is so welcoming and action packed it has its own name: #WooLife
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Living In Worcester
Worcester is a great place to go to college. What makes The Big Woo distinct?
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Athletics & wellness at #WooState
Worcester State is proud of the Lancers - 21 Division III men's and women's teams across a variety of disciplines, and a Wellness Center that has everything from yoga to batting cages.

Questions?

Email Admissions
Contact Us
Undergraduate Admissions
Shaughnessy Administration Building
Suite A-248
admissions@worcester.edu
508-929-8040
508-929-8183
Mailing Address
Undergraduate Admissions
Suite A-248
486 Chandler St.
Worcester, MA 01602