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Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg State
Fitchburg, Massachusetts 01420-2697
Visit websiteKnown for health sciences — excellent value
Fitchburg State University is a public institution in Fitchburg with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1114, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.8K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,874 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,432.
Established
1894
Motto
Perseverantia
Mascot
Falcon
Type
Public university
Division
Division III
Campus Visits
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90%Acceptance
1114SAT Avg
2,825Students
11:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$53,874Earnings 10yr
$15,432Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate89.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1114
Reading & WritingMid: 540
520620
MathMid: 540
510600
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
1925
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,046
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,126
Room & Board$14,225
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$24,517
Average Net Price$15,432
Median Debt at Graduation$24,239
Monthly Payment (10yr)$257
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,430
$30–48K$10,705
$48–75K$15,224
$75–110K$19,690
$110K+$22,603
Programs (76)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,825
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%
Race & Ethnicity
White 62%
Black 13%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate52.7%
Freshman Retention72.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$41,999
8 Years$53,950
10 Years$53,874
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$44,400
Men
$51,000
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Source: Wikipedia