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Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg State University admits nearly everyone — 86.9% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether Fitchburg State University is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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Fitchburg State University occupies suburban Fitchburg, MA — a public campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $92,187 four years out. Faculty pay averages $131,676 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 2,752 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 69.5% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 1030 and 1220 — below the MA middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Fitchburg State University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
You can apply to Fitchburg State University without scores. Among admitted students who did submit, the middle half landed between 1030 and 1220; applicants below that range often simply apply without them.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 520 | 560 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 550 | 600 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 | 25 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Fitchburg State University received 4,353 applications and admitted 3,915 (89.9%), with 611 enrolling.
How Fitchburg State University compares
| Fitchburg State University | Massachusetts median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 86.9% | 70.7% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $11,346 | $46,700 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $53,874 | $62,832 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Fitchburg State University's median earnings are $53,874 — below the Massachusetts benchmark of $62,832. Weigh that against the $11,346 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, Fitchburg State University prices by residency: $11,346 in-state versus $17,426 out-of-state — a $6,080 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
Fitchburg State University enrolls 2,752 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Fitchburg State University's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
55.1% graduate within six years. Roughly 45% don't — ask a Fitchburg State University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Fitchburg State University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $92,187 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $75,879 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | $66,707 |
| Biology, General | $65,991 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $64,528 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $62,396 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $60,768 |
| Leisure and Recreational Activities | $54,813 |
| Human Services, General | $52,945 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $51,141 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | $50,089 |
| Psychology, General | $50,046 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $46,696 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $46,129 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $42,946 |
Median earnings for these 15 Fitchburg State University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $53,874 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 24 additional Fitchburg State University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Fitchburg State University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 1030–1220 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 86.9% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Fitchburg State University's acceptance rate?
89.9% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 3,915 admitted from 4,353 applicants.
How much does Fitchburg State University cost?
In-state tuition is $11,346; out-of-state students pay $17,426. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do Fitchburg State University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $53,874 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Massachusetts
- Curry College — 87.6% admitted
- Lesley University — 96.9% admitted
- Bridgewater State University — 87.8% admitted
- Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences — 85.2% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.