86%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,810 |
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| Declined | + 424 |
| Total Received | 3,234 |
| SAT | 3518 |
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| ACT | 1902 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Worcester State University | Worcester, MA |
| Emerson College | Boston, MA |
| Salem State University | Salem, MA |
| Springfield College | Springfield, MA |
| Rivier University | Nashua, NH |
| Plymouth State University | Plymouth, NH |
| Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY |
| Boston University | Boston, MA |
| Bridgewater State University | Bridgewater, MA |
| Merrimack College | North Andover, MA |
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Fitchburg State University, founded in 1894, is a public, comprehensive university. Its 45-acre campus is located near downtown Fitchburg, 50 miles northwest of Boston.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 7,200 |
| Established in | 1894 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • IACBE (International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • NEASC (New England Assn. of Schools and Colleges) |
45-acre campus in Fitchburg (population: 40,793), 25 miles from Worcester and 50 miles from Boston. Served by bus and train; major airport serves Boston. School operates transportation to bus and train stations. Public transportation serves campus.
Fitchburg State University
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420-2697
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| Application fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline |
March 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Neither |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Required of some |
86%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,810 |
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| Declined | + 424 |
| Total Received | 3,234 |
Secondary school record
Essay
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Class rank
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
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Jinawa McNeil
Director of Admissions
P: 800 705-9692
F: 978 665-4540
admissions@fitchburgstate.edu
75%
$11,376
| Tuition | $970 |
| Room | $7,390 |
| Board | $1,800 |
| Additional fees | $9,535 |
| Books & supplies | $1,200 |
| Total | $20,895 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $11,376 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $9,519 |
Need-based
| Federal | $7,568,580 |
| State | $2,154,400 |
| Institutional | $2,236,917 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $11,959,897 |
|---|
Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $600,136 |
| Institutional | $777,897 |
| Other external | $508,942 |
| Total | $1,886,975 |
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FAFSA
P: 978 665-3156
F: 978 665-3559
finaid@fitchburgstate.edu
Denise Brindle
Dean of Enrollment Management
dbrindl1@fitchburgstate.edu
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Matthew Burke (men's)
Director Of Athletics
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
90
Minimum transfers must complete
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 8 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China India Kenya Vietnam The Dominican Republic |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Nelly Wadsworth
Director, International Education
978 665-3599
nwadswor@fitchburgstate.edu
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