Fitchburg State University (Fitchburg State) is a four-year, public school located in Fitchburg, MA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Fitchburg State's 2024 tuition & fees is $11,046 for Massachusetts residents and $17,126 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,904.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 6,554 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).

Fitchburg State's acceptance rate is 89.94% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.61%. The median SAT scores is 1110 and the ACT socre is 24.

Fitchburg State ranked 43rd in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Fitchburg State University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Fitchburg State University is $11,046 for in-state students and $17,126 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $6,246 for in-state students and $6,246 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,172 for Massachusetts residents and $17,252 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,246 for Massachusetts residents and $6,246 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,046$17,126
Graduate$6,246$6,246
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,172$17,252
Graduate$6,246$6,246

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »89.94% Acceptance Rate / 15.61% Yield
Test Scores »1,110 SAT / 24 ACT
Graduation Rate »56%
Transfer-out Rate24%
Retention Rate72%(full-time), 50% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio8.33% (12 to 1)
Student Population »6,554 (3,168 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$6,904

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Fitchburg State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Fitchburg State
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Fitchburg State University Directory Information

Address160 Pearl St, Fitchburg, MA 01420-2697
Phone978-345-2151
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree

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