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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

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

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.

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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%.