by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 4,958 undergraduates in 2020, Worcester State is a public university located in Worcester, Massachusetts. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Worcester State offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Worcester State can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Worcester State Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Individuals with disabilities make up 10.0% of the student population at Worcester State. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Worcester State Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Worcester State does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information, check out our Worcester State for Veterans Guide.
Worcester State offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
There were 4,958 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 3,871 (78.1%). Part-time attendance was 1,087 (21.9%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 3,871 | 1,087 | 4,958 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Worcester State is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Worcester State #1747 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Worcester State by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Worcester State Diversity Guide.
Worcester State has a total of 531 student athletes, 304 men and 227 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $1,541,125 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $1,484,320 |
| Net | $56,805 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Worcester State University Athletics