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At the core of everything we do is the conviction that widespread access to high-quality education is the cornerstone of a fair and just society, as well as a commitment to provide a learning environment in which every student, regardless of background or culture, can belong and thrive.
We encourage undergraduate students to apply to Worcester State, no matter their citizenship status. Undocumented applicants, with and without Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status, are welcomed like any other applicant and will have access to the same services and support as students who are US citizens and permanent residents.
Undocumented students should follow the same steps for applying as other students. If you are in high school or have never attended college, follow the instructions for First-Year Applicants. If you have graduated from high school and have taken some college courses, follow the instructions for Transfer Applicants.
The Massachusetts Tuition Equity Law provides access to in-state tuition rates and state financial aid to undocumented students who have attended high school in Massachusetts for at least 3 years and earned a high school diploma or its equivalent in Massachusetts. This access ensures students who are not US citizens, including undocumented students, will have access to in-state tuition rates and state financial aid at public colleges and universities in Massachusetts, including Worcester State University. Please refer to the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education’s information about the Massachusetts Tuition Equity Law for more information.
Students who are US citizens or permanent residents may also qualify for in-state tuition and state financial aid with 12 continuous months of Massachusetts residency prior to enrollment.
Students attending during the 2023-2024 academic year: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) now. The state financial aid application for undocumented students will be available in January 2024.
Students applying for a Fall 2024 start: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be available to complete in late December of 2023/Early January of 2024. The state financial aid application for undocumented students will be available in January 2024.
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