Fitchburg State University

If you are thinking about applying to Fitchburg State University, the fee for the application is $50. Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students with financial need may qualify for for fee waiver for their application.

Applying Early to Fitchburg State University?

Fitchburg State University does not offer early decision or early action..

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.

See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

How To Get Into Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg State University is aslightly difficult school to get into. Fitchburg State University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2021, Fitchburg State University accepted 88% of all applicants., around 2,638 of the 2,998 students who applied.

Schools that are slightly difficult to get into, like Fitchburg State University, MIN Admissions to nursing and communications/media programs is program moderately difficult.

Transfer student admissions is slightly difficult. Fitchburg State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important to Get In to Fitchburg State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengthsand any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg State University 2021-2022 Application Requirements

To apply, all applicants to Fitchburg State University must submit the following items. Double check with Fitchburg State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Fitchburg State University?

Students admitted to Fitchburg State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0.

Fitchburg State University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 65% of Fitchburg State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 4% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for Fitchburg State University?

The mean composite SAT score for a Fitchburg State University student is 1070.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Fitchburg State University students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Fitchburg State University students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

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What's a Good ACT Score for Fitchburg State University?

To be most competitive at Fitchburg State University, you should strive to earn between 17 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Fitchburg State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Fitchburg State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

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Transferring to Fitchburg State University

For transfer students, it is slightly difficult to get admitted to Fitchburg State University.Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Fitchburg State University during the following terms: Fall Term Spring Term

Fitchburg State University Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to Fitchburg State University?

Students who are admitted to Fitchburg State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department..

Does Fitchburg State University accept transfer credits?

Fitchburg State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Fitchburg State University accepts:

DSST/DANTES Life Long Learning Credit ACE recommendations for credit

Does Fitchburg State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

Fitchburg State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) creditsand Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Fitchburg State University?

No, Fitchburg State University is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average,, you may want not want to include them in your application..

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