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Worcester State University

Worcester, Massachusetts · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$50,233

Acceptance Rate

90%

Graduation Rate

57%

Annual Tuition

$11,286

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Worcester State University earn a median of $60,624 ten years after entry — 12% above the national median. Acceptance rate 89.9%, average SAT score 1150, in-state tuition $11,286.

At a Glance

Total Students

3,963

Retention Rate

77%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

48%

Median Debt

$19,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,150

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

533–665

SAT Math (middle 50%)

493–618

Institution Overview

Worcester State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 89.9%. The university enrolls 3,963 students. The graduation rate is 57.1%, and the retention rate is 76.5%. The median debt for graduates is $19,500, and 47.6% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Worcester State University is $11,286. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $43,290. Five years after graduation, the median earnings increase to $50,233, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $60,624.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$43k

1 YEAR

$50k

5 YEARS

$61k

10 YEARS

Top 32% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Worcester State University alumni earn a median salary of $43,290. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $50,233, and ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $60,624. The median debt for graduates is $19,500.

Worcester State University has a student body of 3,963 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 89.9% and a graduation rate of 57.1%. The retention rate is 76.5%. The in-state tuition is $11,286, and 47.6% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 218 / yr
Median Salary $46,660

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 173 / yr
Median Salary $42,313

Psychology, General

Graduates 133 / yr
Median Salary $38,169

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 113 / yr
Median Salary $41,132

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 79 / yr
Median Salary $75,249

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Graduates 76 / yr
Median Salary $60,795

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 62 / yr
Median Salary $37,345

Biology, General

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $44,450

Sociology

Graduates 53 / yr
Median Salary $33,636

History

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $38,028

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $34,235

Biotechnology

Graduates 39 / yr
Median Salary $70,124

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 33 / yr
Median Salary $33,022

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $54,477

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $43,996

Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $39,234

Mathematics

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $43,169

Economics

Graduates 12 / yr
Median Salary $50,463

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Campus Location

Worcester, Massachusetts

Worcester, MA 01602-2597

Worcester State University is located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Worcester State University has an acceptance rate of 89.9%.