C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
34/100 · earnings-weighted

Framingham State University

4-Year Public
📍 Framingham, Massachusetts 01701
Framingham State University campus, Framingham, MA
Framingham State University campus, Framingham, MA. Photo: Daderot, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
C
53/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
31/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,028
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
$16,640
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Framingham State University ▼

1% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$710,566
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,903
1-Year Change
+2.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Framingham State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$52,349
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,611
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
47.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,180
Average SAT
29
Median ACT
36.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 17th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MA wage index 1.29). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Framingham State University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$95,426$96,620+9%#175 of 966#598—
Computer and Information Sciences$63,538$82,590-11%#255 of 459#369$25,000
Accounting and Related Services$49,830$75,038-2%#353 of 796#632$25,000
Marketing$39,218$68,603-1%#217 of 516#413$24,454
Mathematics—$66,170-5%#199 of 309#262—
Finance and Financial Management Services$52,512$63,582-24%#416 of 452#445$26,000
Business/Commerce$50,775$62,467-9%#182 of 271#245$25,000
Criminology$41,431$59,857+8%#28 of 113#80$25,000
Management Information Systems and Services$54,918$59,717-28%#156 of 166#163—
Biology$42,472$59,676+4%#347 of 841#635$22,500
Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services$36,763$59,555+24%——$24,000
Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services$41,932$59,202+8%#15 of 50#39$23,125
Natural Resources Conservation and Research$35,032$57,280+4%#107 of 265#189—
Apparel and Textiles$31,574$57,124-1%#31 of 57#46$26,000
Psychology$34,353$53,937+6%#307 of 1027#703$25,000
Geography and Cartography—$53,840-7%#91 of 117#108—
English Language and Literature$37,188$53,400+10%#164 of 576#347$25,750
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$31,613$50,600-5%#286 of 476#416$20,500
History$34,836$49,656-2%#257 of 459#403$26,997
Sociology$33,885$49,451-6%#303 of 462#420$27,000
Fine and Studio Arts$28,843$43,582+5%#157 of 423#301$24,960
Political Science and Government$37,661—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Framingham State University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $710,566
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,903/mo — vs ~$987/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01752 (3.5% cap, Marlborough)

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🏆 Where Framingham State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Nursing Education
of 22 schools
#15
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
of 22 schools
#26
Education, Other
of 45 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $970 $7,050
Room $8,880
Board $4,930
Total Cost (On-Campus) $28,994 $35,074

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
68%
Take Out Loans
$16,640
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,802
$30,001 - $48,000$11,399
$48,001 - $75,000$15,863
$75,001 - $110,000$21,658
$110,001+$23,914

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Education, Other 68 grads/yr Psychology, General 57 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 45 grads/yr Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General 41 grads/yr Criminology 39 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 33 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 30 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 30 grads/yr Nursing Education 29 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 24 grads/yr Knowledge Management 23 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 23 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 22 grads/yr Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other 21 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 20 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 19 grads/yr Accounting 19 grads/yr Dietetics/Dietitian 18 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 18 grads/yr History, General 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Framingham State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Teachers and instructors, all other
$65k/yr 153,800 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr 5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs

Student Demographics

4,028
Total Students
62%
Women
81%
Traditional Age (18-24)
1%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 21%
Black 13%
Asian 5%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 79%
Off-Campus (Renters) 1%
With Family 20%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~44 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 81%
25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Framingham State University?
Framingham State University has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Framingham State University?
Tuition at Framingham State University is $970 for in-state students and $7,050 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $16,640.
What is the graduation rate at Framingham State University?
The graduation rate at Framingham State University is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Framingham State University a good school?
Framingham State University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Framingham State University?
Framingham State University has a total enrollment of 4,028 students. Most students (81%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Framingham State University?
Yes! Approximately 1% of students at Framingham State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 44 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology