Fitchburg State University
- 4 Year
- FITCHBURG, MA
CollegeGrad School
Fitchburg State University
- 4 Year
- FITCHBURG, MA
- Rating 3.45 out of 5 731 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade C+
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade C minus
- Athleticsgrade C
- Party Scenegrade B
- Professorsgrade C+
- Locationgrade C minus
- Dormsgrade C+
- Campus Foodgrade C+
- Student Lifegrade C+
- Safetygrade B+
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About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference
Fitchburg State University Rankings
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FSU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
980-1180
ACT Range
18-25
Application Fee
$35
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$16,862 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$6,170 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
99%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade C+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
11:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
68%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 41 responses44%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 57 responses60%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 57 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Nursing143 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities98 Graduates
- Business96 Graduates
- Cinematography and Video Production58 Graduates
- Psychology53 Graduates
- Biology48 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies47 Graduates
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician28 Graduates
- Game Design and Interactive Media27 Graduates
- Human Services26 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
2
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
2
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,506 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
843
Undergrads Over 25
21%
Pell Grant
44%
Varsity Athletes
15%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
52%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 62 responsesPoll
52%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 84 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$45,700 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
57%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%85%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 34 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Fitchburg State University Reviews
Rating 3.45 out of 5 731 reviews
After 4 years as a trans and disabled student, I have lived in nearly every building on Fitchburg's campus. This is my quest to review all of them.
Simmonds: There's some very strong positives about this place, but there's also some very strong negatives. The suite's common area is the best on campus, with a full kitchen, a couple of small couches, and 2 private bathrooms. It also has the closest proximity to Dunkin, Crown, CVS, and the train/bus station. However, the rooms are all small singles (smallest I've lived in), it's very far away from classroom buildings (either 15-20 minute walk or wait for the bus,) and there are noise issues--one time my suitemate had a sitcom on his TV for 8 hours while he was sleeping and I could hear almost every word. It was like a podcast. The noise issues really freaked me out because there was a lot of yelling, and the door would always lock on me before I could open it, so it wasn't for me. You might like it though!
Simmonds: There's some very strong positives about this place, but there's also some very strong negatives. The suite's common area is the best on campus, with a full kitchen, a couple of small couches, and 2 private bathrooms. It also has the closest proximity to Dunkin, Crown, CVS, and the train/bus station. However, the rooms are all small singles (smallest I've lived in), it's very far away from classroom buildings (either 15-20 minute walk or wait for the bus,) and there are noise issues--one time my suitemate had a sitcom on his TV for 8 hours while he was sleeping and I could hear almost every word. It was like a podcast. The noise issues really freaked me out because there was a lot of yelling, and the door would always lock on me before I could open it, so it wasn't for me. You might like it though!
Fitchburg State University is a small, yet dynamic school that's located in the northern part of Massachusetts. This institution takes pride in their promotion of diversity and inclusiveness, its affordable housing, and their student-led organizations. Fitchburg State University also contains an array of popular undergraduate programs such as Game Design, Film & Video Production, Nursing, Computer Science, Business, etc.
From what I experienced on campus, the classes I took were quite small. Most courses contained fifteen to twenty students. It was extremely rare to be in a class with over twenty-five people. In addition to that, the campus buildings were close to one another, so the walking distance wasn't too bad.
Nonetheless, Fitchburg State University has a variety of problems. For example, the furniture in the dorms are relatively old and cheap. Another example is the food. The campus meals range from 'mediocre' to 'poor.' Their breakfast is, in my opinion, the worst offender.
From what I experienced on campus, the classes I took were quite small. Most courses contained fifteen to twenty students. It was extremely rare to be in a class with over twenty-five people. In addition to that, the campus buildings were close to one another, so the walking distance wasn't too bad.
Nonetheless, Fitchburg State University has a variety of problems. For example, the furniture in the dorms are relatively old and cheap. Another example is the food. The campus meals range from 'mediocre' to 'poor.' Their breakfast is, in my opinion, the worst offender.
I enjoy the nursing program and the students I am with. The profs are all very helpful. We as nursing students get clinical experience a year before most schools which is great! Freshman year I lived in a dorm. Since then I have been in an off campus apartment with my best friends and it has been great. The area around school is not the safest especially at night so it is important to travel with others and be aware of you surroundings. Classes are definitely tricky, but the teachers care about you. Any nursing school is difficult, but with time management, peers, and determination it is do able. I have made some friends I think I will have for life here! There are some events on campus such as shows, bingo which lots of people go to, sporting events, etc. It is a smaller school, but I prefer that. It was easier to get to know people and make friends in my opinion. Since classes are smaller there is more room to get help or ask questions. If you are considering nursing, it’s great!