Assumption University
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, Assumption University offers a quintessential close-knit campus experience that feels like home – while being just a short drive away from all the opportunity and vibrancy of New England’s second largest city.
Assumption offers an educational experience deeply rooted in the Catholic liberal arts tradition – one that shapes graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good.
The University offers more than 35 majors and 50 minors, as well as a thriving Division II athletic program with 26 teams.
Assumption offers an educational experience deeply rooted in the Catholic liberal arts tradition – one that shapes graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good.
The University offers more than 35 majors and 50 minors, as well as a thriving Division II athletic program with 26 teams.
Accepts first-year applicationsNew EnglandPrivateSuburbanMedium (2,001 to 14,999)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
Requirements
- A completed Common Application, including a personal statement or essay
- An official high school transcript including senior grades (must be submitted directly from your high school)
- A letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher
- Standardized test scores are optional.
- Nursing applicants also need to complete the Froelich School of Nursing specific essay question in the Common Application.
- Early Action deadline: November 15
- Early Decision deadline (binding): November 1
- Nursing application deadline: December 1
- Regular Decision deadline: April 1
Transfer
Requirements
- A completed Common Application, including a personal statement or essay
- An official college transcript
- If you have earned less than 14 credits, submit an official high school transcript
- A letter of recommendation from a professor, college administrator, or employer
- Common App College Report
- Fall semester - Rolling Admissions
- Spring semester - December 1
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Additional information
Assumption awards close to $50 million in scholarships and grants each year, benefiting more than 99% of our students. All first-year students who are accepted for admission are considered for an academic scholarship of up to $35,000 per year. Other scholarship opportunities include athletic scholarships, band and vocal scholarships, honors scholarships and a scholarship for graduates of catholic high schools. Transfer students who are accepted for admission are automatically considered for an academic scholarship of up to $26,000 per year. Learn more about our scholarship opportunities at www.assumption.edu/scholarships.
Visit us
Explore the Assumption experience for yourself and embark on a student-led campus tour. Discover our vibrant community and picturesque New England-style campus and learn why thousands of students are proud to call Salisbury Street home.
Campus tours are offered each weekday and most Saturdays. Tours last for an hour and half and you’ll tour academic, residential, and recreational areas of Assumption with a current student.
Throughout the year, we also offer academic preview days and several special events for prospective students and their families. Use this link to schedule your visit:
www.assumption.edu/visit.
Campus tours are offered each weekday and most Saturdays. Tours last for an hour and half and you’ll tour academic, residential, and recreational areas of Assumption with a current student.
Throughout the year, we also offer academic preview days and several special events for prospective students and their families. Use this link to schedule your visit:
www.assumption.edu/visit.
Assumption University is a community of friends united by a common goal—the formation of our students and the pursuit of truth. The result is a unique education that is timelessly valuable for students and graduates in every sense.