Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
89.94%
SAT Average
1,114
ACT Range
19-25
Fitchburg State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 89.94%. This means approximately 899 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,825 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
89.94%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,046 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,126 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $24,517 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,432 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 31.01% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 49.97% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Fitchburg State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,126
Room and board
$14,225
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$2,100
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$24,517
Average net price
$15,432
Average aid coverage
37%
$9,085 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Fitchburg State University pays approximately $15,432 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Fitchburg State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Fitchburg State University net price
$15,432
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Fitchburg State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,126 and average net price at $15,432. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,126
Current net price
$15,432
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.73%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,874
Undergraduates
2,825
10-Year Median Earnings - Fitchburg State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Fitchburg State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Fitchburg State University?
Undergraduates
2,825
Completion rate
52.73%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
31.01%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
49.97%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 31.01% of Fitchburg State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 49.97% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Fitchburg State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Fitchburg State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Fitchburg State University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Fitchburg State University is listed at 160 Pearl St, Fitchburg, MA 01420-2697. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Fitchburg State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitchburg State University | 89.94% | $17,126 | $15,432 | $53,874 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitchburg State University's acceptance rate?
Fitchburg State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 89.94%.
How much is Fitchburg State University tuition?
Fitchburg State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,126.
What is Fitchburg State University's average net price?
Fitchburg State University's average net price in the local dataset is $15,432.
What is Fitchburg State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,874 for Fitchburg State University.
Is Fitchburg State University accredited?
Fitchburg State University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Fitchburg State University?
The local dataset lists 2,825 undergraduate students at Fitchburg State University.
What percentage of Fitchburg State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Fitchburg State University in the local dataset is 31.01%.
What is the federal loan rate at Fitchburg State University?
The federal loan rate for Fitchburg State University in the local dataset is 49.97%.
Where should I verify Fitchburg State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Fitchburg State University or the latest official federal education data.