Worcester Facts
Worcester sits at the crossroads of the region’s major highways, conveniently close to Boston and Springfield, Massachusetts; Providence, Rhode Island; Hartford, Connecticut; and Manchester, New Hampshire. A mere one hour's distance from Boston, Worcester is a popular “reverse commute” for many employees who live in the Boston area and commute to work here in Worcester.
Once among the pre-eminent manufacturing cities in the nation, Worcester has transformed itself into a leader in biotechnology, health care and medical research, information technology and advanced manufacturing. The City of Worcester and the surrounding towns boast some of the finest public school systems in New England and Central Massachusetts is also home to some of the regions finest private schools. Fifteen area colleges and universities — including University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Holy Cross, Clark University, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, Assumption College, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and Worcester State College — attract world-renowned faculty and scholars, and more than 35,000 students from around the world.
Worcester and the surrounding towns boast some of the finest public school systems in New England, and Central Massachusetts is also home to some of the region’s most prestigious private schools. Worcester municipal services are outstanding and among cities of comparable size, Worcester ranks as one of the safest in the country.
The area colleges contribute to the cultural vibrancy of the region, which features world-class museums and concert halls, theatres, galleries, college and professional sports, a wealth of performing groups, ethnic festivals, and artists of every discipline. There is always something happening in the Greater Worcester area!
To learn more visit the Websites for the City of Worcester, the Worcester Cultural Coalition, the Colleges of Worcester Consortium, or the Central Masachusetts Convention and Visitors Bureau.
