Established in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption, Assumption University is a Catholic coeducational institution known for its classic liberal arts curriculum and strong academic programs.
Assumption University is a place of big ideas and generous hearts, people who inspire you to grow as a student and as a human being. The educational experience is grounded in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition, which cultivates both the intellect and the personal values that students need to meet the demands of a constantly changing world. Undergraduates and graduate students closely interact with faculty members and staff in a thriving community that forms graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service.
At Assumption, 85 percent of our 2,000 undergraduates live on campus and housing is guaranteed for all four years. The campus is lively seven days a week with academic programming, activities sponsored by student clubs and organizations, community service opportunities, campus ministry programs and intercollegiate, intramural and club sports.
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500 Salisbury St
Worcester, MA 01609
Experience College Life
Living Learning Center
Plourde Recreation Center
Charlie's Cafe
D'Alzon Library
Other popular places on campus include: Tsostis Family Academic Center, Tinsley Campus Ministry Center, Chapel of the Holy Spirit, Duck Pond
Worcester Art Museum
Solomon Pond Mall
DCU Center
Wachusett Mountain - Skiing & Hiking
Other popular places off campus include: Canal District and Dining District Shrewsbury Street, Blackstone Valley Shopping Center, Crompton Collective
Campus Tours
8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m.
866-477-7776
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
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Admissions
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Application Review Process:
The Admissions Committee understands that grading standards vary from school to school, or from one course to another. Class rank provides some context in which to place the grades of students applying from a given school. Some schools also provide grade distribution charts. Finally, the Admissions Committee also considers whether the applicant's grade-point average or rank-in-class is weighted or unweighted.
The number of solid academic courses, including the number of honors or Advanced Placement-level courses, are considered during the application review process. Submission of standardized test scores (SAT-1 or ACT) is optional and applicants who choose not to submit SAT or ACT test scores will not be penalized in the review for admission.
Application Requirements:
A completed Common Application
An official high school transcript including senior grades
A letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher
Standardized test scores (optional). Should you want your test scores included in your application review, the school code for the SAT is 3009 and the ACT code is 1782. Test scores must be submitted from the testing center.
A $50 non-refundable application fee
Application Deadlines:
Early Decision: November 15 (extended from November 1)
Early Action: November 15 (extended from November 1)
Early Action II Deadline is December 15
Regular Decision Deadline is February 15
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Deadlines
Early Decision — November 15
Early Action — November 15
Regular — February 15
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Academic GPA
Application Essay
Selectivity Rating
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Academic Programs
With 35 majors and 49 minors including new programs in cybersecurity, data analytics, health sciences, neuroscience, and nursing, you are sure to find an academic area of interest to you – whether you enter college knowing what that is, or if you figure it out once you get here.
And with a dedicated faculty that will guide you each step of the way, your path to success will be clearly lit.
Assumption offers various areas of study – from diverse major and minor combinations to unique partnership programs, pre-professional to accelerated master's degrees.
Accounting
Accounting – Fraud Examination & Forensic
Actuarial Science
Applied Behavior Analysis
Art
Art History
Biology
Biotechnology & Molecular Biology
Biology w/ Neuroscience and Behavior concentration
Business
Chemistry
Clinical Health Professions
Communication and Media
Communications
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Community Service Learning
Computer Science
Core Texts and Enduring Questions (CTEQ)
Creative Writing and Magazine Design
Criminology
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Economics
Economics w/ Business concentration
Education (elementary, middle school, secondary, special)
Engineering Science
English
English w/ Literature concentration
Environmental Science
Environmental Science w/ Environmental Policy concentration
Environmental Studies
Finance
French
German Studies
Global Studies
Graphic Design
Health Sciences
Health Sciences w/ Communication Sciences & Disorders concentration
Health Sciences w/ Patient Advocacy concentration
Health Sciences w/ Pre-Clinical Health Professions concentration
Health Sciences w/ Pre-Occupational Therapy concentration
Health Sciences w/ Pre-Physical Therapy concentration
History
Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies
Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies w/ Working with Children and Adolescents in a Community Setting concentration
Information Technology
International Business
Italian Studies
Latin American and Latino Studies
Law and Economics
Law, Ethics and Constitutional Studies
Management
Marketing
Marketing w/ Digital Marketing concentration
Mathematics
Medieval and Early Modern Studies
Modern and Classical Languages and Cultures
Molecular Biology
Music
Neuroscience
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Organizational Communication
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy
Physical Therapy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Psychology w/ Child and Adolescent Development concentration
Psychology w/ Mental Health and Pre-Clinical Counseling concentration
Psychology w/ Neuroscience of Human Behavior concentration
Sciences
Sociology
Spanish
Sport Management
Studio Art
Theology
Undecided
Women's Studies
Writing
Assumption Accelerated Master's Degrees
5th Year Special Education Program
6-in-5 MBA
6-in-5 Rehabilitation Counseling
Special Programs
Common Pursuit of Academic and Social Success (COMPASS)
Honors Program
Pre-professional Programs
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental/Pre-Vet
Rome Campus
SOPHIA (SOPHomore Initiative at Assumption University)
Study Abroad
Articulation Agreements
Optometry
Physical Therapy
Podiatry
Engineering
Environmental Science
Law
Dual Degree Programs
BA/MA Applied Behavior Analysis Dual Degree Program
BA/MA Clinical Counseling Psychology Dual Degree Program
BA/MA Rehabilitation Counseling Dual Degree Program
BA/MA School Counseling Dual Degree Program
BA/MA Special Education Dual Degree Program
BA/MBA (5-year Accelerated Dual Degree)
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Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Latin American Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biotechnology.
Molecular Biology.
Neuroscience.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Actuarial Science.
Business Administration and Management, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Organizational Communication, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
Computer Science.
Informatics.
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EDUCATION.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Rehabilitation Science.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Criminology.
Economics, General.
International Economics.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Theology/Theological Studies.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Graphic Design.
Music, General.
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Tuition $43,178
Room and Board $13, 590
Fees $1,800 (Required fees $800 | Books and supplies $1,000)
Financial Aid
More than 90 percent of Assumption students receive some form of financial assistance, and we're committed to providing you with a consistent level of institutional grants and scholarships all four years. Assumption University's financial aid counselors will work with you and your family throughout your four years to pursue federal, state and private funding.
The Assumption University Academic Scholarship Program is based on academic and cocurricular merit, not financial need. It reflects the University's commitment to promoting a culture of academic excellence and leadership. All students who are accepted for admission to Assumption University are considered for are considered for academic scholarship awards up to $26,000.
In line with our mission, Assumption's $27,000 Light the Way Scholarship is awarded to up to 50 students who utilize their abilities to Light the Way for others. Whether it's community service to help people in need, innovation to improve society, or volunteering to heal our planet, this scholarship recognizes and supports students who positively impact the world in their own meaningful way.
To apply for financial aid, families must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority filing deadline of January 15.
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Our campus buzzes with activity. There is an abundance of events and campus traditions to celebrate as a Greyhound. From attending lectures by renowned speakers, to cheering on the Greyhounds, to grabbing a cup of coffee with friends at the Dunkin' Donuts in Hagan Campus Center, Pup Cup to Spring Concert, Homecoming to Midnight Madness. There's always something happening on the Assumption campus.
Students are encouraged to get involved, you can participate in more than 60 student-run clubs and organizations, whether academic clubs or service groups, theatrical productions or the incredibly popular intramural sports teams.
Academic Honor Societies
Academic/Professional Clubs
ADAPT (Disability Awareness)
Advocates for Life
African Dance
Anime Club
Art
Assumption Against Cancer
Band
Baseball
Basketball
Best Buddies
Board Game Club
Campus Activity Board
Campus Ministry
Cheerleading
Chinese and Friends Student Association
Choir/A Capella
Community Service
Crew
Cross Country
Dance
Diversity Programs
Drama
Environmental Club
Equestrian
eSports
Exercise - Fitness
Field Hockey
Figure Skating Club
Food Recovery Network
Football
Golf
Hiking
Ice Hockey (Men's)
Ice Hockey (Women's)
Interfaith Conversations
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship
Intramurals
Jazz Band
Lacrosse
Latin Dance Team
LGBTQ - AC Allies
Love Your Melon
Martial Arts
Men's Group
Moot Court (Mock Trial)
Music Literacy
Music, Singing, Concerts
Newspaper
Orchestra
Outdoor Activities
Peace and Justice Organizations
Peer Ministry
Philanthropy Club
Playing an Instrument
Political Clubs
Pool, Ping Pong, Billiards
Racquet Sports
Religious/Fellowship Group
Residence Hall Association
ROTC
Skiing
Soccer
Softball
Step and Dance Club
Student Ambassadors
Student Government Association
Swimming (Men's)
Swimming (Women's)
Television Production - ACTV
Tennis
Theatre, Acting
Track & Field
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Volleyball
Volunteering
Water Sports
Wellness
Women's Group
Writing, Poetry
Yearbook
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Location
Assumption University is located on a 185 acre private campus, nestled in a beautiful, residential neighborhood. When you step onto the campus you will feel the immediate sense of community.
The campus is just minutes from downtown Worcester, a bustling metropolitan mecca for the more than 35,000 students attending area colleges and universities. Businesses, government offices and nonprofit organizations provide our students with numerous internships and job opportunities. Assumption students also enjoy access to first-class restaurants and shops, museums, local sports teams and entertainment venues. Students enjoy the best of both worlds – a secure suburban setting with easy access to urban advantages.
Assumption offers a unique study abroad opportunity at its own campus in Rome, Italy. Staffed by full-time Assumption faculty, this semester-long experience lets students explore the country as a "living classroom."
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Assumption is dedicated to providing enhanced, or new, learning and student life facilities.
Construction is currently underway for a 41,000+ square foot health sciences building which will house Assumption's new health professions offerings, the nursing and physician assistant programs. Not only will this facility feature state-of-the-art equipment, students will also have access to clinical skills laboratories, simulations suites, and exam rooms.
The new Tsotsis Family Academic Center, a 60,000-square-foot state-of-the-art academic building, contains 13 high-tech, flexible classrooms, seminar rooms, common study spaces, a 400-seat performance hall, a rehearsal room, a multi-purpose space, faculty offices for the Assumption Core Texts and Enduring Questions Program, the Business Studies Department, the Honors Program, the Center for Teaching Excellence, and a new Center for the Study of Ethics.
More than half a million dollars in renovations were completed in Taylor Dining Hall, the primary dining facility on campus that offers students an array of meal options for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The 8,800-square-foot Tinsley Campus Ministry Center expands and enriches programs that contribute to the spiritual formation of students.
The campus of the University's top-ten ranked study abroad program in Rome, Italy, underwent a $1 million renovation, creating a modern living and learning environment for students spending a semester studying in Rome.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Assumption encourages students to expand their horizons. In addition to the Rome campus, undergraduates can spend a semester or a year studying abroad – from France and England, to Japan, the Czech Republic and Australia, to name a few locations. Many students also augment their education and hone professional skills through local, regional, national and international internships. Assumption students have worked at diverse organizations around the globe, from the Department of Commerce, Central America Bureau and the Department of State (NAFTA Agreement), to Smith Barney, Fidelity, Morgan Stanley, ABC News, and the Alliance Francaise in Paris.
Campus Life
Housing Options
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
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Student Activities
Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Worcester Polytechnic Institute
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Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/