Worcester State University
Worcester, Massachusetts · Public
Worcester State University admitted 88% of 5,156 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 970–1200 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 56% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Worcester State University
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Application deadlines
Worcester State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- March 1, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Worcester State University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Worcester State University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Worcester State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Worcester State University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Worcester State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- First generation
Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Legacy
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.41 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $27,545 in-state and $33,625 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,307 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Worcester State University’s acceptance rate?
Worcester State University admitted 88% of applicants: 4,537 of 5,156 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Worcester State University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular decision is due March 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Worcester State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 970 to 1200, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Worcester State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Worcester State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Worcester State University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Worcester State University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Does Worcester State University have supplemental essays?
No. Worcester State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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