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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
Conference
Mountain East Conference (MEC)
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

Admissions

Acceptance Rate99.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 993

Reading & WritingMid: 510
450560
MathMid: 485
380480

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1723

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

Programs (52)

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
8 Years$42,893
10 Years$46,857

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$30,700
Men
$47,500

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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