Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Fitchburg, Massachusetts |
| Online | fitchburgstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Fitchburg State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 3,414 prospective students applied, and 2,911 were granted admission. Of those admitted 567 enrolled in the school. 3,026 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,648 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $970 plus fees of $9,860. Fitchburg State is ranked 607 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Fitchburg State is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Fitchburg State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#607 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#208 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#9 in Best Public Colleges in Massachusetts
#56 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1180 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.29 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $9,860 |
| Room and Board | $11,490 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,620 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $9,860 |
| Room and Board | $11,490 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,700 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 16% |
| Business | 16% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 14% |
| Education | 8% |
| Health Professions | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=165820 IPEDS survey data for Fitchburg State University.
Current students may use the Fitchburg State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.