Fitchburg State University

Massachusetts, United States

Public University

Established in 1894

About

Fitchburg State University is a public institution founded in 1894 and is located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. The university offers more than 30 undergraduate and 22 master’s programmes to choose from and is home to five schools: the School of Arts and Science, School of Business, School of Education, Schools of Health & Natural Sciences & School of Graduate, Online and Continuing Education. The school is committed to excel in teaching and learning within a great environment.

Top University Highlights For Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg State University is the perfect place for students seeking higher education in a variety of fields. With a rigorous online curriculum and scholarships, it's easy to see why so many people have chosen to study here.

It provides countless learning opportunities for students seeking admission.
The school offers a diverse social life that incorporates athletics, cultural events, and engaging professional development activities.
Tuition is one of the cheapest in the country, making it easy to afford for any student.
The curriculum opens up opportunities for students of any field to excel in their future careers.
A supportive campus environment for all the students, faculty and staff helping them grow in their personal and professional spheres.

Cost

Average tuition fee

Economical

Living expenses

Average living expenses (Bachelors)

$ 13826

Average living expenses (Masters)

$ 13826

Admissions

Avg acceptance rate (Bachelors)

87%

Application Fee

$50

How to apply

To apply for Fitchburg university students need to follow the below mentioned steps:

First, create an application account by going on the university’s website and complete the entire application within the deadline.
You will then be required to pay $50 (INR 3827) as the application fee for the graduate program.
Then, get the required documents that include the official transcript of the bachelor's degree.

Exams accepted by the university

All undergraduate applicants not having English as their native language shall sit for an English proficiency test.

TOEFL iBT	80 (no part score under 17)
TOEFL iBT Home Edition	80 (no part score under 17)
TOEFL Essentials	9
IELTS	6.5 (no part score under 6.0)
IELTS Indicator	6.5 (no part score under 6.0)
Duolingo (DET)	105
ACT	English section score of 21
SAT	Reading score of 29 or an EBRW score of 540

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Transportation in the city

The students can avail buses to the university with Weston Auditorium (bus stop) being the closest stop at just a minute walking distance from the campus. The university also gives free shuttle transportation for its students that is serviced by MART. The shuttle service can be availed on weekdays as well as weekends at the time schedule mentioned on the website.

Note - The Shuttle service is not available on Weekends preceding a Monday holiday or Spring Break.

Services offered by the university

The University of Fitchburg State provides a wide range of services to its students.

On campus accommodation for students
An on-campus day care center
Health services for students and their children.
Career resources available for students including career guidance, job listings, and an alumni network.
Scholarships and financial aid opportunities.
Nursing and healthcare programs.

Student life

An extensive list of student support services including academic counseling, international student orientation, and career counseling.
Over 80 students run clubs and organizations.
Over 17 acres of athletic field area for students.
Numerous sports options for students interested in athletics.

On campus accomodation

The University offers a variety of on-campus accommodations for commuters. These include air conditioning, study lounges, laundry facilities, a gym and an outdoor pool. There are 4 residence halls in the campus area with 3 apartment communities. Students will find it comfortable staying on the campus as the same has been designed keeping in mind the different lifestyles and personalities students come from. There are room options starting but not limited to double occupancy, premium single, double suite and a lot more. The average cost of the accommodation comes out to be between 4000$ to 5500$ (INR 30,000 to INR 43,000) per semester excluding meals.

Living on campus should be simple, but every college has its quirks. Fitchburg State University is no exception. The university provides a list of room options for people who need accommodations to live on campus. In order to get their accommodation, however, students must talk to their advisor and complete the appropriate forms.