Our Commitment to Affordability

We’ve rewritten the rules of college pricing.
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Free Tuition and Fees for families with a household income of less than $85,000

For eligible full-time, in-state residents whose total family earnings are less than $85,000 and file the FAFSA on-time, tuition and fees are covered in full. 

Lowest Tuition and Fees

With the lowest tuition and fees of all nine MA State Universities, by an average of 10%, or $1,300, we set the bar for affordability. For 2026-2027, full-time, in-state tuition and fees are only $11,886 for the year. And that’s before our generous financial aid and scholarships are applied.

New England Regional Discount

Residents of New England pay only $485 a year more in tuition and fees than Massachusetts residents. This means that you’ll often pay less at Fitchburg State than you would in your home state. For 2026-2027, full-time, in-state tuition and fees are only $12,371 for the year, and that’s before financial aid is applied.

And that’s not all…

Falcon Tuition Discount

Full-time, matriculated students from outside of New England receive a $5,000 tuition discount. For 2026-2027, tuition and fees for eligible students are only $12,966 for the year. 

Explore Undergraduate Tuition Costs

We invite you to compare. With over 50 career-focused academic programs and a vibrant campus, this is everything you’ve been looking for: a top-tier education, a place to belong, and a price that makes it all possible.

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