Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid. Strong support for lower-income students.
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What You'll Pay at Worcester State University
Select your family income to see your estimated cost
The Cost Formula
Tuition
$18K
+
Room
$14K
+
Books
$1,368
=
Sticker Price
$22,874
$18K+$14K+$1,368=$22,874
Your Family Income
Sticker
$22,874
−
Your Aid
$13,334
=
Net Price
$9,540
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
Worcester State University Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price)
$22,874
Tuition and Fees
$17,866
Room and Board
$14,307
Books and Supplies
$1,368
Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
-$9,493
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$13,381
Worcester State University Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$8,793
$30–48k
$9,629
$48–75k
$9,540
$75–110k
$13,658
$110k+
$19,679
Understanding Your Aid Package
Worcester State University has a sticker price of $22,874 per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
Sticker price: $22,874/year
Average aid: $9,493 in grants & scholarships
$48–75K families pay: ~$9,540/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$8,793/year
30% of students receive Pell Grants
Financial Aid Profile
💰
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
Lower-income students receiving federal aid
🎓
36%
First-Generation Students
Parents without bachelor's degree
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