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Worcester State University: Graduate Studies and Continuing Education

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Worcester State University: Graduate Studies and Continuing Education

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Worcester State University Graduate School is committed to advancing knowledge, leadership, and professional excellence through innovative, career-focused graduate programs.

06/24/2026

🏆 The Grad School Essentials World Cup is here!

Only one essential can take home the trophy, but they’ll need your votes to make it to the championship. Whether you love coffee-fueled mornings, color-coding your planner, or late-night snacks, we’re putting your must-haves in a knockout tournament!

☑️ Vote in our stories each round
👏🏻 Invite your friends to follow us and vote too!

Who’s your early pick? Drop it in the comments before the first match kicks off! ⬇️

[Image Description: A replica of the FIFA World Cup Trophy with the WSU logo faded on the globe sits on a stand reading “2026 Championship: Grad School Essentials”. There is a sports bracket shown, with the SoFi stadium faded in the background. The thought bubble in the bottom corner reads, “what is YOUR #1 grad school essential?”]

06/21/2026

Happy First Day of Summer, Lancers ☀️

Not around campus this summer? Here’s just a few of the views you’ve been missing!

[Image Descriptions:
1. Yellow and purple petunias potted by the benches between the Sullivan Academic Center and the Shaughnessy Administration Building. The Administration Building side entrance is blurred in the background.
2. Purple catmint grows in the front of the Shaughnessy Administration Building. The building entrance is blurred in the background.
3. Lake Ellie with its fountain running with a bright blue sky with clouds in the background.
4. The Wellness Center is shown with purple and yellow pansies lining the walkway. Yellow and blue umbrellas are on the patio, with a bright blue sky with clouds in the background.
5. The base of the electronic sign board is lined with purple and yellow petunias. “Worcester State University” is written along the wall.
6. Yellow daylilies are blooming with green shrubs under a tree by the WSU hedges in front of the Shaughnessy Administration Building.
7. Yellow daylilies and purple and yellow pansies line the walkway behind the Wellness Center.
8. A distant view of the Shaughnessy Administration Building showing yellow daylilies and pink shrub roses. A clear blue sky is in the background.
9. Yellow and purple petunias potted by the benches between the Sullivan Academic Center and the Shaughnessy Administration Building. The Sullivan Academic Center side entrance is blurred in the background.
10. Pink shrub roses blooming across from the Shaughnessy Administration Building entrance.
11. A vibrant, bright array of flowers in a planter outside of the Shaughnessy Administration Building entrance.]

06/16/2026

It’s never too late to continue learning! 🎓

Did you know? Massachusetts residents age 60 and older may be eligible for per credit tuition and fee waivers for in-person classes* on a space available basis.

☑️ You must provide a copy of your Massachusetts Driver’s License verifying your age
☑️ The Urban Action Institute assists with older student registration prior to fall and spring semesters
☑️ For winter and summer sessions, please speak with the Registrar’s Office (undergraduate courses) or the Division of Graduate and Continuing Ed (evening and graduate courses)
☑️ If you have previously taken a course at WSU using this tuition waiver, you do not need to document your age or residency

*Classes counting toward our fully-online degree programs at the graduate level are not eligible for tuition and fee waivers.

Reach out for more information on signing up today! ✍️

[Image Description: Pictured is Eileen Montecalvo, who crossed the commencement stage in May 2025. At 81 years (young), she’s the oldest woman ever to earn a graduate degree from Worcester State!]

06/10/2026

Looking to start your studies in Fall 2026? 📚

Whether you just graduated in May and are planning on continuing your studies, or you’re coming back to school after a break... Don’t wait to get your application submitted!

The priority* deadline for Fall 2026 applications (a September start date) is June 15th.
*This is a hard deadline for international students.

[Image Description: The Worcester State University Tiffany Gates are shown in the background. Text reads, “Fall is calling - Don’t miss the deadline! Apply for Fall semester today!” and states the application deadline of June 15th. Further text reads, “We can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish!” and, “Take the next step toward your future”.]

06/09/2026

Getting through grad school is no small feat! 🎓

Here are some of our graduate’s favorite memories of grad school, those they’d like to thank, and what they’d tell themselves on the first day of grad school.

06/04/2026

Whether you’re continuing with your education here at Worcester State’s grad school, heading to a different graduate school, or headed into the working world, we’re so proud of you! 🎓

Check out what a few of WSU’s students who celebrated at our Lavender Graduation Ceremony are up to next.

06/01/2026

⭐️ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT ⭐️

Meet Ansha, a graduate student in the Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology program! Ansha also just graduated in May with her Bachelor of Science degree in Speech-Language-Hearing-Sciences.

Other than being a student, you may have seen Ansha around campus as a Student Proctor in the Student Accessibility Services department, a former Student Peer Mentor, an Orientation Leader, OR the President of the Muslim Student Association!

To add to her impressive resume at Worcester State, Ansha also works here for the Graduate School as the Graduate Student Liaison. She is responsible for student outreach, graduate campus tours, recruitment events, and our social media pages. (You’ll be seeing lots of content she created right here!)

If you see Ansha around campus, make sure to say hello! 👋🏼 (She may even be on her way to interview you!)
Want a chance to be featured as a Student Spotlight? Visit the link in our bio! 🔗

05/29/2026

🌟 FEATURE FRIDAY 🌟

Worcester State University’s Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Educator program prepares nurses to lead with confidence, inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals, and drive meaningful change in patient care and education.

✔️ 100% Online
✔️ Designed for working professionals
✔️ Build expertise in leadership, evidence-based practice, healthcare technology, and culturally responsive nursing education
✔️ Prepare for roles such as Clinical Nurse Educator, Professor, Patient Education Coordinator, and more

🩺 Become a leader, advocate, and role model in the nursing profession through advanced education and CNE/CNEcl preparation.

[Image Description: A nurse educator is shown with her laptop and appears to be teaching. The image is an informational graphic, including details about the MSN Nurse Educator program.]

05/22/2026

🌟 FEATURE FRIDAY 🌟

🍎 Ready to take the next step in your education career?

Worcester State University’s 100% online Master of Education in Elementary Education is designed for working professionals who want to strengthen their skills and meet the needs of students in grades 1–6. 📚

In this flexible program, you’ll:
✔️ Deepen your understanding of educational theory and research
✔️ Learn from experienced faculty practitioners
✔️ Build practical skills you can apply right away
✔️ Create a professional portfolio that showcases your growth

With online coursework and pay-by-the-course tuition, earning your master’s can fit into your busy schedule.

[Image Description: A teacher helps a student with schoolwork at her desk. Information regarding the program surrounds the photo.]

Address

486 Chandler Street
Worcester, MA
01602

Opening Hours

Monday	8:15am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:15am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:15am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:15am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:15am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15089298127

Website