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Framingham State University

Framingham State University is a medium, public institution located in Framingham, ma. Founded in 1839, Framingham State University offers undergraduate degrees in 68 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 2,712 undergraduates
cost $11,380 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Framingham State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 87.4%
SAT score average 1105
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.08
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Framingham State University is known for one of its top majors: Education, Other. Their student-faculty ratio is 11:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
11 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Engineering and Technology
Computer Science and Information Technology

Popular majors

Education, Other
Psychology, General
Business/Commerce, General
Criminology
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Biology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,380
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,160
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $2,380
Cost of attendance* $28,120
Average financial aid package $12,078
Estimated cost $16,042 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $17,460
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,160
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $2,380
Cost of attendance* $34,200
Average financial aid package $12,078
Estimated cost $22,122 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Framingham State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,712, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

4,111

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
38%
African American %
12%
Hispanic American %
14%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
31%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Framingham State University, students love their Dance Club. Student athletes compete in Division 3 sports.

Campus info

map 100 State Street, Framingham, MA 01701-9101
phone 508-620-1220
address www.framingham.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Dance club

Student union activities board

Gatepost (student newspaper)

Student government association

Hilltop players (theater group)

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Framingham State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Framingham State University?

Framingham State University is located in Framingham, ma.

What is the acceptance rate at Framingham State University? 

The acceptance rate for Framingham State University is 87%.

What’s the average GPA for Framingham State University?

The average high school GPA for Framingham State University students was 3.08.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Framingham State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Framingham State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $112,480.

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