Worcester State University
Worcester, MA · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1026 and 1283 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 24
Popular programs at Worcester State University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psychology, General. | 176 | |
| 2 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 172 | |
| 3 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 97 | |
| 4 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 71 | |
| 5 | Biology, General. | 68 | |
| 6 | Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | 67 | |
| 7 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 50 | |
| 8 | Communication and Media Studies. | 49 | |
| 9 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 44 | |
| 10 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 42 | |
| 11 | Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | 34 | |
| 12 | History. | 34 | |
| 13 | Sociology. | 32 | |
| 14 | English Language and Literature, General. | 21 | |
| 15 | Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | 21 | |
| 16 | Visual and Performing Arts, General. | 19 | |
| 17 | Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | 18 | |
| 18 | Biotechnology. | 15 | |
| 19 | Chemistry. | 15 | |
| 20 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 13 |
Showing top 20 of 27 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Worcester State University?
Worcester State University has an acceptance rate of 88% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Worcester State University?
Admitted students at Worcester State University typically score between 1026 and 1283 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Worcester State University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Worcester State University is approximately $13,381 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Worcester State University?
4-year graduation rate data for Worcester State University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
