Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Fitchburg, Massachusetts |
| Online | fitchburgstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Fitchburg State University, established in 1894, is a public institution nestled in the city of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, approximately 50 miles from Boston. The university showcases a blend of traditional and modern architecture across its urban campus, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs with a notable emphasis on nursing, education, and criminal justice. While maintaining a broadly inclusive admissions policy, Fitchburg State provides housing options to students through its residence halls and apartment-style living. The university is not particularly known for its athletic programs but does field teams under the mascot name Falcons across various sports in the NCAA Division III.
In the most recent statistical year 3,084 prospective students applied, and 2,654 were granted admission. Of those admitted 486 enrolled in the school. 2,895 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,659 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $970 plus fees of $9,951. Fitchburg State is ranked 549 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Fitchburg State is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Fitchburg State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#549 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#168 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#35 in Best Colleges in Massachusetts
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Massachusetts
#558 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#30 in Best Value Colleges in Massachusetts
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1220 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.29 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Massachusetts Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $9,951 |
| Room and Board | $13,516 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,737 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $9,951 |
| Room and Board | $13,516 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,100 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,817 |
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.