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At аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê, we are a diverse community of leaders and problem-solvers from across аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê and around the world. We prepare our students to be innovative thinkers and doers, ready to take on real-world challenges and make an impact in our community and beyond.
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Why аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State?
Shaping the future of our communities and world since 1874.
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Enact meaningful change in your community and the world.
At аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State, we dare to dream big when it comes to community impact.
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The world needs more inspiring leaders, both on and off the аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State campus–do you have what it takes?
As a Lancer, you will have access to the tools, resources, and professional guidance to become a leader in your chosen area.
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From clubs to teams to events and more, there’s always a place for you on аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State’s campus.
From the moment you step foot on campus, you will experience a warm and welcoming campus environment that values mutual respect and community.
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When you combine 2 areas of study, magic happens –and you graduate with an invaluable competitive advantage.
Two programs. Four years. Endless opportunities.
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See all the places your #WooState journey can take you.
See all the places your #WooState journey can take you.
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аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State Student Ellie Poitras-Cote
I've found my passion here at аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State, and it's allowed me to believe I can contribute to something larger than myself.
— Ellie Poitras-Cote, Education
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I'm so happy that I attended аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State–I was able to form professional and personal relationships with so many great people in the аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê community and beyond.
— Moises Chauca, Psychology
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What makes аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State unique is the sense of community that exists here. Everybody–faculty, students, alumni–wants to help us succeed and become the best versions of ourselves. You are never alone at аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State.
— Marissa Luchini, Spanish
аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State Student Gloria Liseno
аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State is located in a residential area, which allowed me as a lower-income student to work, afford housing, and not compromise on the quality of my education. I got a top-notch education without the name-brand price tag.
— Gloria Liseno, Biology
аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State student Nhu Le
What makes аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State unique is its respectful community, where everybody is welcomed regardless of race, identity, or background culture. аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State is a place of exploration and opportunity that puts students on the right track for their career goals.
— Nhu Le, Chemistry
аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State student Ryan Lindsay
The campus is stunning, the class sizes are small, and the professors truly want to help you learn–and the price really can't be beat.
— Ryan Lindsay, Chemistry
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The school is small enough that it feels like a family, but large enough that you can experience diverse courses taught by people from different walks of life.
— Debbie Hall, Nonprofit Management Graduate Student
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аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê recognized with 2024 Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification
The American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching announced today that аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê has achieved renewal of its Elective Classification for Community Engagement through 2032. The national distinction recognizes the university’s continued excellence in building and strengthening mutually beneficial collaborations and partnerships within the community.
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When You #WooLife, You're Home
Welcome to the country's most vibrant and livable mid-sized city! With a population of more than 200,000 and more than 35,000 college students, аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê is the second largest city in New England. Centrally located, the City is under an hour from Boston, Providence and Hartford.
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98%
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Students employed, enrolled in graduate school, or both within 3 months of graduation
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Full-time & Part-time Undergrads
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First-Time, First-Generation students
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Of Full-time Faculty have Doctorate Degrees or Equivalent
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Jul 18 2024

Starting this summer, every visitor to аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State’s campus will be able to enjoy a magnificent, one-of-a-kind stained glass artwork recently created by аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê State alumna Judy Roy ’64, M.S. ’67. The 24 x 32 in. stained glass of the Helen Shaughnessy Administration building was gifted to the university during the Class of 1964 Reunion […]

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