Admissions and Aid

We are now accepting applications for 2025.
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Fall Open House

Register for a Fall Open House on October 5 or 26 to learn all about what we have to offer you. Meet with faculty, staff and current students.

Admission to Fitchburg State is only the beginning. We know that applying to school can be a stressful experience and we're here to help you begin.  

Apply to an undergraduate program using the Fitchburg State Application

Apply to an undergraduate program using the Common Application

Note: You can apply to an undergraduate program for free using the Fitchburg State Application. There will be a $35 application fee if applying with the Common Application. Transfer students may only apply using the Fitchburg State Application.

Apply to a graduate program

Note: There is a $50 application fee to apply to a graduate program.

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Deposits

Fitchburg State University continues to accept deposits from both admitted First-year and Transfer students for the Fall 2024 semester for all programs except Nursing.

Discover all that Fitchburg State University has to offer in our undergraduate viewbook

More than 40 academic programs, 85 student clubs, Division III athletics and a picturesque New England campus located only a 75 minute train ride from Boston. Scholarships available.

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Undergraduate First Year

Here's everything you'll need to get started as you begin your college career. 

Undergraduate Transfer

Your next steps to continue your college career.

Undergraduate Evening and Online

When you need your education to be flexible and on your terms.

Continuing Education

Earn a certificate, advance your profession, grow your talent stack. 

International Admissions

Explore how you can earn a degree in the United States.

Graduate

Higher education doesn't always end with a bachelor's degree anymore.

Paying for College

Financial Aid

We are committed to making your education affordable. We base your eligibility for our financial aid on the total cost of attendance, not just the direct costs, so that you'll have a more realistic budget and financial aid package. 

Cost to Attend

Review the cost to attend whether you're from in-state or out of state, and review both direct and indirect costs. 

Financing Your Education

Multiple forms of financial aid are available, including merit-based and need-based programs (PDF).

 

Just the facts

90%
of students qualify for and receive financial aid
$40m
in financial aid awarded to our students every year
$14,717
average financial aid package from all funding sources

Ranked by U.S. News & World Report in Best Colleges 2025 for Top Public Schools (Regional Universities Public) and Social Mobility.

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