Assumption University

Assumption University Overview

Assumption University is a private, religious school in the suburban setting of Worcester, Massachusetts. Assumption University was founded in 1904 and enrolls around 2,283 students per year year, which includes 1,910 undergrads. Assumption University provides on-campus housing for up to 1,675 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing.

📆 Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2023 is February 15. Regular decision applicants for Fall 2023 should receive admissions decisions by March 31.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Assumption University!

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Assumption University's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Assumption University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Assumption University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Assumption University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Assumption University on the Student Life page.

2022 Assumption University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	72%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	89%
Early Action Acceptance Rate	94%
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting ACT scores	94%
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	10.1%
Tuition	$46,680
Percent of Need Met	77.7%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$36,240

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Is Assumption University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how selective a college is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a better idea of what Assumption University offers and if it might be the right college for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for Assumption University

Assumption University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 72% of applicants get into Assumption University each year. Last year, 4,018 students applied to Assumption University and 5,560 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Assumption University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Assumption University, around 82% return for their sophomore year. 71% of Assumption University undergrads graduate within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Assumption University Grads

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers. 51% of graduates from Assumption University recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Check with Assumption University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Assumption University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Assumption University's endowment was $101.8 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $9,865 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Assumption University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Assumption University meets 77.7% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Assumption University full-time are awarded $36,240 a year in financial aid, on average.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Assumption University.

Based on this information, how does Assumption University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Assumption University a good school for you?

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Where is Assumption University?

Assumption University is located in the suburban setting of Worcester, Massachusetts, in the suburbs of Boston.

If you are interested in seeing Assumption University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 290 to Worcester, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Worcester Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Assumption University and Worcester are like without leaving home.

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