Worcester State University: what international applicants need

What are Worcester State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Worcester State University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on March 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Worcester State University's acceptance rate?

88% for students who started in fall 2024: Worcester State University admitted 4,537 of its 5,156 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Worcester State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Worcester State University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (March 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Worcester State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 493–618 in Math and 533–665 in Reading and Writing (7% of them sent SAT scores).

• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Worcester State University's application fee for international students?

Worcester State University's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Worcester State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Worcester State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Worcester State University accept?

Worcester State University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Worcester State University accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Worcester State University lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and PTE Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Worcester State University require?

Worcester State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Worcester State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Worcester State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Worcester State University have?

80 of Worcester State University's 4,868 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Worcester State University cost for international students?

Worcester State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $17,866 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $11,786). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $14,307. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $35,433 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source