Worcester State University

Worcester State University requires at least 120 credits to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Worcester State University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Worcester State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 59% of students who start college at Worcester State University complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Worcester State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At Worcester State University?

Worcester State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Worcester State University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with Worcester State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Worcester State University

When choosing a major, Worcester State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Worcester State University.Worcester State University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Worcester State University false.Worcester State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Worcester State University

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Does Worcester State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Worcester State University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Worcester State University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Worcester State University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Worcester State University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Worcester State University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Worcester State University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Worcester State University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Worcester State University.

Does Worcester State University Require Internships?

🟨 Worcester State University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Worcester State University

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Worcester State University Library

The main library on campus is the Learning Resource Center.

Dual Degree Programs at Worcester State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Worcester State University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration with Master of Science in Communication and (Clark University) Master of Science in Management (Worcester State)

•3-2 dual degree program in nursing with Master of Science in Nursing (Worcester State)

•Master of Science in Nonprofit Management Master of Public Administration and Policy Master of Public Management Master of Science in Biotechnology M.Ed. in Middle School Education with Initial License M.Ed. in Secondary School Education with Initial

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Worcester State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Worcester State University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Worcester State University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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