Fitchburg State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 86.93%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1150. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $11,346
- Out-of-State Tuition: $17,426
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Fitchburg State:
- Total Enrollment: 5,892, including 2,745 online students
- 3,027 Undergraduate, 2,865 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.7% men, 60.3% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 55%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 25%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 69%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 125 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 57 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 36 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
Fitchburg State Overview
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 tuition & fees is $11,346 for Massachusetts residents and $17,426 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 72% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,819.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,892 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
Fitchburg State's acceptance rate is 86.93% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 13.53%. The median SAT score is 1150.
Fitchburg State ranked 43rd in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Fitchburg State University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Fitchburg State University is $11,346 for in-state students and $17,426 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $6,246 for in-state students and $6,246 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,654 for Massachusetts residents and $17,731 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,246 for Massachusetts residents and $6,246 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,346 | $17,426 |
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| Graduate | $6,246 | $6,246 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,654 | $17,731 |
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| Graduate | $6,246 | $6,246 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
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 |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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