Framingham State University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 2,566 students.
About This School
Framingham State University is a public institution located in Framingham, Massachusetts with approximately 2,566 undergraduate students enrolled. Framingham State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 84%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,114 per year. The graduation rate is 48%, and the typical graduate earns $49,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
Framingham State University (Framingham State or FSU) is a public university in Framingham, Massachusetts. The university, previously known as the Normal School in Lexington was founded in 1839 as the first state-supported normal school in the United States before becoming a full-fledged university. It offers undergraduate programs as well as graduate programs, including MBA, MEd, and MS.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $16,698/year average net price and $17,224 in median debt at graduation, the affordability is genuinely strong for a Massachusetts public university. However, only 50% of students graduate, and the 72% freshman retention rate suggests a meaningful number of students either leave or struggle — worth asking the admissions office directly about academic support. If you're cost-conscious, realistic about needing a supportive environment to stay on track, and interested in programs like education or business, this can be a solid choice — but go in with eyes open.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 15% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,566 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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