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Frostburg State University

Frostburg, Maryland · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,638

Acceptance Rate

89%

Graduation Rate

51%

Annual Tuition

$9,998

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Frostburg State University earn a median of $55,493 ten years after entry — 3% above the national median. Acceptance rate 89.4%, in-state tuition $9,998.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,849

Retention Rate

66%

Faculty Ratio

13

Financial Aid

38%

Median Debt

$21,105

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Frostburg State University is a public institution with a student body of 2,849. The university has a high acceptance rate of 89.4%. The graduation rate is 50.7%, and the retention rate is 66.1%. The in-state tuition is $9,998.

One year after graduation, alumni earn $43,388, with earnings of $43,638 after five years and $55,493 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $21,105, and 37.8% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$43k

1 YEAR

$44k

5 YEARS

$55k

10 YEARS

Top 57% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Frostburg State University alumni earn a median of $43,388. Five years after graduation, earnings are essentially unchanged at $43,638. However, ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $55,493. The median debt for graduates is $21,105.

Frostburg State University has a student body of 2,849 students, with an acceptance rate of 89.4%. The graduation rate is 50.7%, and the retention rate is 66.1%. The in-state tuition cost is $9,998, and 37.8% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 158 / yr
Median Salary $83,407

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 148 / yr
Median Salary $82,617

Education, General

Graduates 85 / yr
Median Salary $56,800

Psychology, General

Graduates 77 / yr
Median Salary $27,213

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 66 / yr
Median Salary $51,236

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 58 / yr
Median Salary $40,844

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 52 / yr
Median Salary $32,889

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 41 / yr
Median Salary $28,720

Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $28,945

Zoology/Animal Biology

Graduates 40 / yr
Median Salary $29,851

Engineering, General

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $62,968

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $23,291

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $49,013

Sociology

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $32,165

Social Work

Graduates 22 / yr
Median Salary $37,836

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $40,214

Political Science and Government

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $41,332

Biology, General

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $33,192

Fine and Studio Arts

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $24,649

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

Graduates 16 / yr
Median Salary $51,247

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Graduates 10 / yr
Median Salary $25,345

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 8 / yr
Median Salary $41,611

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Campus Location

Frostburg, Maryland

Frostburg, MD 21532-1099

Frostburg State University is located in Frostburg, Maryland. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frostburg State University has an acceptance rate of 89.4%.