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Framingham State University

Framingham, Massachusetts · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$46,611

Acceptance Rate

85%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$11,630

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Framingham State University earn a median of $52,349 ten years after entry — 3% below the national median. Acceptance rate 84.9%, average SAT score 1180, in-state tuition $11,630.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,556

Retention Rate

72%

Faculty Ratio

11

Financial Aid

55%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,180

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

570–650

SAT Math (middle 50%)

530–630

Institution Overview

Framingham State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 84.9%. The university has a student body of 2,556. The in-state tuition is $11,630. The median debt for graduates is $25,000, and 54.8% of students receive financial aid.

The university's graduation rate is 52%, and the retention rate is 71.5%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $43,743. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $46,611, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $52,349.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 45% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Framingham State University graduates earn a median salary of $43,743. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $46,611, and after ten years, the median salary is $52,349. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Framingham State University has an 84.9% acceptance rate and a 52% graduation rate. The retention rate is 71.5%. The in-state tuition is $11,630, and 54.8% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Psychology, General

Graduates 118 / yr
Median Salary $34,353

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 74 / yr
Median Salary $50,775

Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services

Graduates 59 / yr
Median Salary $41,932

Criminology

Graduates 56 / yr
Median Salary $41,431

Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language

Graduates 52 / yr
Median Salary $57,240

Bioethics/Medical Ethics

Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $108,704

Biology, General

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $42,472

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $31,613

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 44 / yr
Median Salary $37,188

Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other

Graduates 39 / yr
Median Salary $36,763

Sociology

Graduates 37 / yr
Median Salary $33,885

Apparel and Textiles

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $31,574

Marketing

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $39,218

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 34 / yr
Median Salary $49,830

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $62,819

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $95,426

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $63,538

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $28,843

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 22 / yr
Median Salary $52,512

Political Science and Government

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $37,661

Public Administration

Graduates 19 / yr
Median Salary $59,568

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $55,930

History

Graduates 16 / yr
Median Salary $34,836

Management Information Systems and Services

Graduates 15 / yr
Median Salary $54,918

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Campus Location

Framingham, Massachusetts

Framingham, MA 01701-9101

Framingham State University is located in Framingham, Massachusetts. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Framingham State University has an acceptance rate of 84.9%.