Fairmont State University
Overview
Student Population
3,947| Location | Fairmont, West Virginia |
| Online | fairmontstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Fairmont, West Virginia, Fairmont State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,409 prospective students applied, and 2,283 were granted admission. Of those admitted 840 enrolled in the school. 3,217 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 730 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $5,408 plus fees of $2,106. Fairmont State is ranked 1411 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Extremely Easy| SAT | 900/1090 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
| GPA | 3.26 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
West Virginia Resident Tuition
$5,408| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,106 |
| Room and Board | $9,004 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,518 |
Out of State Tuition
$12,816| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,106 |
| Room and Board | $9,004 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,926 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$37,600 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
33% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Business | 18% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 10% |
| Education | 8% |
| Engineering Technology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=237367 IPEDS survey data for Fairmont State University.