Framingham State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 83.61%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1180. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $11,920
- Out-of-State Tuition: $18,000
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Framingham State:
- Total Enrollment: 4,002, including 1,070 online students
- 2,782 Undergraduate, 1,220 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39% men, 61% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 48%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 1%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 71%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 85 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 27 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's.
Framingham State Overview
Framingham State University (Framingham State) is a four-year, public school located in Framingham, 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 Framingham State's tuition & fees is $11,920 for Massachusetts residents and $18,000 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 64% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,369.
The school has a total enrollment of 4,002 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Framingham State's acceptance rate is 83.61% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.49%. The median SAT score is 1180.
Framingham State ranked 45th in Massachusetts Colleges rankings. Framingham 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 Framingham State University is $11,920 for in-state students and $18,000 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,965 for in-state students and $13,470 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,217 for Massachusetts residents and $18,295 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,112 for Massachusetts residents and $13,617 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,920 | $18,000 |
|---|
| Graduate | $10,965 | $13,470 |
|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $12,217 | $18,295 |
|---|
| Graduate | $11,112 | $13,617 |
|---|
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Framingham 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 Framingham State
| Learning Opportunities |
|---|
| ROTC | Army |
|---|
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
|---|
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
|---|
| Study Abroad | Yes |
|---|
| On-Campus Services |
|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
|---|
| Employment services for students | Yes |
|---|
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
|---|
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
|---|
Framingham State University Directory Information
Tools for analyzing and comparing Framingham State