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Fairmont State University

Fairmont State College

Fairmont, West Virginia 26554-2470

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

Fairmont State University is a public institution in Fairmont with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 993, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.7K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,857 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,055.

Established
1865
Motto
"Scholarship, Opportunity, Achievement, Responsibility"
Mascot
Freddie
Type
Public university
Division
Division II

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99%Acceptance
993SAT Avg
2,690Students
12:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$46,857Earnings 10yr
$9,055Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Fairmont State University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate99.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 993

Reading & WritingMid: 510
450560
MathMid: 485
380480

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1723

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

99.2%

Trend

SAT Avg

993

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,454
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,372
Room & Board$11,486
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$18,091
Average Net Price$9,055
Median Debt at Graduation$21,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$223

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$8,019
$30–48K$8,713
$48–75K$9,166
$75–110K$10,588
$110K+$9,661

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

58.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

17

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (52)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

64%

Negative
  • •64% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,690
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%

Race & Ethnicity

White 87%
Black 5%
Hispanic 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate48.3%
Freshman Retention64.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,197
10 Years$46,857

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

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History & Fun Facts

  • •The first private normal school in West Virginia was established to train teachers in Fairmont in 1865 by John N.
  • •By 1892 the designation of "branch" had fallen into disuse.
  • •In 1923, Fairmont State Normal School first offered a four-year bachelor's degree program in education, making the school a college.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PIT Pittsburgh70 mi
IAD Washington Dulles149 mi
CMH Columbus149 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA515 mi · ~14h 53m drive
New York, NY336 mi · ~9h 42m drive
Hartford, CT423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Providence, RI486 mi · ~14h 2m drive
Albany, NY399 mi · ~11h 32m drive
Syracuse, NY323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Rochester, NY286 mi · ~8h 16m drive
Buffalo, NY244 mi · ~7h 3m drive
Philadelphia, PA268 mi · ~7h 45m drive
Pittsburgh, PA67 mi · ~1h 56m drive
Harrisburg, PA182 mi · ~5h 15m drive
Newark, NJ328 mi · ~9h 29m drive
Washington, DC172 mi · ~4h 58m drive
Baltimore, MD190 mi · ~5h 29m drive
Atlanta, GA460 mi · ~13h 17m drive
Charlotte, NC296 mi · ~8h 33m drive
Raleigh, NC269 mi · ~7h 46m drive
Miami, FL948 mi · ~27h 23m drive
Orlando, FL759 mi · ~21h 56m drive
Tampa, FL808 mi · ~23h 21m drive
Nashville, TN428 mi · ~12h 22m drive
New Orleans, LA865 mi · ~24h 59m drive
Richmond, VA199 mi · ~5h 45m drive
Chicago, IL425 mi · ~12h 17m drive
Detroit, MI248 mi · ~7h 10m drive
Minneapolis, MN769 mi · ~22h 13m drive
St. Louis, MO541 mi · ~15h 38m drive
Kansas City, MO771 mi · ~22h 16m drive
Indianapolis, IN320 mi · ~9h 15m drive
Columbus, OH154 mi · ~4h 27m drive
Cleveland, OH161 mi · ~4h 39m drive
Milwaukee, WI471 mi · ~13h 36m drive
Dallas, TX1035 mi · ~29h 54m drive
Houston, TX1092 mi · ~31h 33m drive
Austin, TX1179 mi · ~34h 4m drive
San Antonio, TX1251 mi · ~36h 8m drive
Los Angeles, CA2125 mi · ~61h 23m drive
San Francisco, CA2263 mi · ~65h 23m drive
San Diego, CA2102 mi · ~60h 43m drive
Seattle, WA2156 mi · ~62h 17m drive
Portland, OR2179 mi · ~62h 57m drive
Denver, CO1317 mi · ~38h 3m drive
Phoenix, AZ1811 mi · ~52h 19m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1670 mi · ~48h 15m drive
Honolulu, HI4657 mi · ~134h 32m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Pittsburgh (PIT)70 miles
Rental car
105 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
140 min$84-140
Washington Dulles (IAD)149 miles
Rental car
224 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
298 min$179-298

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