by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Worcester State University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Worcester State University amounted to $11,786 for the year. For students from out of state the figure was $17,866. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees added up to $10,816 in-state and $10,816 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $970 | $7,050 |
| Fees | $10,816 | $10,816 |
| Total | $11,786 | $17,866 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much does Worcester State University cost if you attend part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To see where that lands, here is how Worcester State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In MA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Worcester State University sits close to the national average.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Review the Worcester State University Financial Aid page for more.
The table below shows how tuition at Worcester State University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $970 | $7,050 |
| Two Years Ago | $970 | $7,050 |
| One Year Ago | $970 | $7,050 |
| Most Recent Year | $970 | $7,050 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Worcester State has shifted across recent years.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 3.65%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $12,216. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 2.35%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $18,285.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $12,216 | $18,285 |
| In 2 Years | $12,662 | $18,714 |
| In 3 Years | $13,124 | $19,153 |
| In 4 Years | $13,603 | $19,602 |
| In 5 Years | $14,099 | $20,062 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — at this pace, four years of out-of-state tuition and fees projects to about $75,754, compared with about $51,605 for in-state students.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For more on the aid available at Worcester State University, go to the Worcester State University Financial Aid page.
