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Join us for a Fall Open House

Our Fall Open Houses on Oct. 4 and 25 are your opportunity to learn all about what Fitchburg State University has to offer you.  

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Let us show you what makes us special. See all the ways you can visit us.

Apply to Fitchburg State

We are accepting applications for 2026 (both for Spring and Fall semesters).

 

 

Spotlight on Academics

Exercise and Sports Science

A degree in Exercise and Sports Science opens up career opportunities in exercise performance and many healthcare professions. Our classes offer a diverse opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in a scientific and applied exercise and sports setting.

Education

Become an active, contributing citizen in a global society as we prepare you to shape tomorrow's minds. We offer a variety of specialized teacher education area programs including Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Education, Special Education and Educational Studies

Digital Media Innovation

With the Digital Media Innovation degree you will develop a wide range of new digital skills that span social media, multimedia storytelling, information design, data and digital media studies, coding, and more to meet the needs of a flexible and changing global economy.

School of Graduate, Online and Continuing Education

Cybersecurity Concentration, Computer Science, MS

The Cybersecurity concentration will provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe.

Graduate Education Programs

Prepare for advanced classroom or leadership roles in education with hybrid and online graduate degree or certificate options.  

Online Master's in Criminal Justice

Gain experience in leadership and management to advance your career in policing, courts, corrections, victim services, social services and other public service related fields.

Center for Professional Studies

Using Technology to Support Students with Disabilities

This course will focus on how technology tools and applications support students with disabilities in the classroom.

AI-Enhanced Educator Micro Badge

Earn this micro badge by completing both the Harnessing Technology and Generative AI: Connecting Educators for Enhanced Teaching and Learning and the Design and Deliver with Canva for Education courses, demonstrating your expertise in integrating AI tools and Canva for dynamic teaching.  

Wilson Reading System® Introductory Course

This 16.5 hour introductory course provides participants with an overview of the Wilson Reading System® (WRS) and serves as the prerequisite for the WRS Level I Certification Training. 

Academic Schools

School of Arts and Sciences

Our foundation in the liberal arts helps you achieve the greatest potential in programs like our Political Science, Professional Writing, Game Design, 4+1 in Criminal Justice, or Interdisciplinary Studies where you can design your own major to meet your specific interests and career goals.
Read more about: School of Arts and Sciences

School of Business and Technology

We have graduate and undergraduate degree and certificate programs in Accounting, Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship  available both in-person and 100% online to meet your needs and schedule. 
Read more about: School of Business and Technology

School of Education

We are proud of our historic mission as a “teachers” university, within the context of a liberal arts university. We offer a variety of specialized teacher education area programs including Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Education, Special Education and Educational Studies.
Read more about: School of Education

School of Health and Natural Sciences

From the Antonucci Science Center, Exercise Science labs, the Landry Arena and new laboratories for psychological studies at the McKay School, you will engage in integrative, hands-on and applied learning that prepares you to be scientifically educated individuals for future careers in healthcare, public service, as classroom teachers, fitness professionals or in industry.
Read more about: School of Health and Natural Sciences

School of Graduate, Online and Continuing Education

We offer graduate degrees and certificates as well as 4+1 programs, online learning, and undergraduate degree completion programs. We're dedicated to helping you achieve your goal of an advanced education.
Read more about: School of Graduate, Online and Continuing Education

Tell Us Your Story

If you have a story about how Fitchburg State has made a difference, whether you're a student, faculty member, staff, or alumni, we want to hear from you. 

Fitchburg State Magazine

Check out our digital storytelling platform, Fitchburg State Magazine.

Burg Blog

Follow our Burg Blog to stay updated on all things happening in and around Fitchburg State.

You fit here

Nobody goes it alone when you're here. Fitchburg State offers a rich landscape of support inside and outside the classroom.
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