Fitchburg State University is a public 4-year college in Fitchburg, Massachusetts with 2,752 undergraduates. It admits 87% of applicants, costs an average of $13,803 a year after grants and graduates 53% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Fitchburg State University acceptance rate and admissions
Fitchburg State University admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 540 to 620, math 520 to 610). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Fitchburg State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $35 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Fitchburg State University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Fitchburg State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $11,886 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,966 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,060 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,437 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $13,803 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $13,803 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,634 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 Fitchburg State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Fitchburg State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 53% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $63,428 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,615 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 33% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Fitchburg State University majors and what graduates earn
Fitchburg State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 37 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($92,187).
All 37 majors at Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg State University
19 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 19 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 568 | $85,599 | $19,806 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 201 | $66,853 | $17,290 |
| Computer science | Master's | 189 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 76 | $62,005 | $23,080 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 67 | $71,874 | $18,026 |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 31 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 24 | $57,669 | $37,063 |
| Education | Master's | 19 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,752 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 53% women, 47% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize suburb
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Fitchburg State University?
Fitchburg State University admitted 87% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Fitchburg State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $11,886 for in-state students and $17,966 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $13,803 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Fitchburg State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 540 to 620 in reading and writing and 520 to 610 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Fitchburg State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Fitchburg State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Fitchburg State University?
53% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Fitchburg State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $63,428 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.