Fairmont State University is a public 4-year college in Fairmont, West Virginia with 2,590 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, costs an average of $14,599 a year after grants and graduates 55% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Fairmont State University acceptance rate and admissions
Fairmont State University admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 450 to 560, math 360 to 510). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Fairmont State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $8,708 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $13,064 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,434 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $20,519 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,599 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $14,599 a year after grants and scholarships, $5,920 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Fairmont State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Fairmont State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,370 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,392 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 37% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Fairmont State University majors and what graduates earn
Fairmont State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($86,071).
All 34 majors at Fairmont State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Fairmont State University
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 65 | $48,294 | $30,357 |
| Health administration | Master's | 23 | n/a | $42,765 |
| International relations | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 6 | $70,006 | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,590 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fairmont State University?
Fairmont State University admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Fairmont State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $8,708 for in-state students and $13,064 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $14,599 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Fairmont State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 450 to 560 in reading and writing and 360 to 510 in math, and 17 to 23 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Fairmont State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Fairmont State University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Fairmont State University?
55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Fairmont State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,370 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.