Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
89.86%
SAT Average
1,145
ACT Range
Not available
Worcester State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 89.86%. This means approximately 899 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,963 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
89.86%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,286 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,366 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $21,586 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,738 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 28.90% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 47.63% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Worcester State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,366
Room and board
$12,999
Books and supplies
$1,368
Other expenses
$1,892
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$21,586
Average net price
$14,738
Average aid coverage
32%
$6,848 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Worcester State University pays approximately $14,738 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Worcester State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Worcester State University net price
$14,738
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Worcester State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,366 and average net price at $14,738. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,366
Current net price
$14,738
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
55.51%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,624
Undergraduates
3,963
10-Year Median Earnings - Worcester State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Worcester State University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Worcester State University?
Undergraduates
3,963
Completion rate
55.51%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
28.90%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
47.63%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 28.90% of Worcester State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 47.63% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Worcester State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Worcester State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Worcester State University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Worcester State University is listed at 486 Chandler St, Worcester, MA 01602-2597. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Worcester State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester State University | 89.86% | $17,366 | $14,738 | $60,624 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Worcester
This local cluster focuses on nearby Worcester schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Worcester.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worcester State University's acceptance rate?
Worcester State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 89.86%.
How much is Worcester State University tuition?
Worcester State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,366.
What is Worcester State University's average net price?
Worcester State University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,738.
What is Worcester State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,624 for Worcester State University.
Is Worcester State University accredited?
Worcester State University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Worcester State University?
The local dataset lists 3,963 undergraduate students at Worcester State University.
What percentage of Worcester State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Worcester State University in the local dataset is 28.90%.
What is the federal loan rate at Worcester State University?
The federal loan rate for Worcester State University in the local dataset is 47.63%.
Where should I verify Worcester State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Worcester State University or the latest official federal education data.