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Is Worcester State a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$120,204 Avg Total Cost

Worcester State University Value Report

College Factual set out to determine if Worcester State is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.

Above Average Value Nationwide

Top 50% National Value
Top 50% National Quality
Good Price

Worcester State University is ranked #870 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Worcester State University is priced competitvely when compared to other colleges of similar quality. Based on this information we believe it is a good price for the type of education provided.

National Value Ranking  870 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  61.18 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

That Degree May Cost You $120,204 in Total

The average Worcester State student's degree will cost an estimated $120,204. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $27,825 and a typical 4.32 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$27,825
Average Years to Graduate4.32
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$120,204

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average Worcester State net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on Worcester State cost.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$91,221 In-State With Aid
$131,233 Avg Cost No Aid
4.32 Years to Graduate

The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how Worcester State value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$131,233#0F
All Students$120,204#870B-
Only Students Receiving Aid$109,175#1,334D+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$113,279#F
All Students$102,250#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$91,221#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Massachusetts.

About 94% of Worcester State students receive financial aid. Get more details on what Worcester State financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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