Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg State University is a public university located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. It offers career-focused professional undergraduate programs combined with a liberal arts foundation in fields such as nursing, criminal justice, and communications media.
Acceptance rate
87%
Undergrad enrollment
3,030
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$35
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular DecisionNursing priority deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionSpring term application deadline | January 13, 2027 |
| Financial AidFAFSA priority filing deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| ScholarshipPriority scholarship deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidPriority document verification deadline | May 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Applicants to the Honors Program may be evaluated on their academic motivation, leadership, and resilience based on high school transcripts, recommendation letters, their personal essay, and other submitted materials. The additional items are highly encouraged but not required. Additionally, applicants may elect to briefly explain why they would be a good fit for this program:
Are there any special circumstances that you feel have negatively affected your academic performance? Please provide a written explanation of the circumstances that you feel have negatively affected your academic performance: