Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Town
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About Fairmont State University
Fairmont State University is a mid-sized, public institution in Fairmont, WV, in a town setting. It enrolls about 2,590 students. The acceptance rate is 99%. 44% of students complete their degree on time. Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $46,857.
99%
Acceptance
$9,032
Net price
2,590
Enrollment
44%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
99%
Acceptance rate
996
SAT average
20
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$9,032
Average net price
$8,708
In-state tuition
$18,924
Out-of-state tuition
$11,656
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$20,018
Total cost of attendance
34%
Students receiving Pell grants
39%
Students with federal loans
$21,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$46,857
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$41,197
Median earnings (6 yrs)
44%
Graduation rate
67%
Retention rate
73%
Earn more than a HS grad
$8,719
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,590
Total enrollment
12%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
41%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Fairmont State University FAQ
Is Fairmont State University a public or private school?
Fairmont State University is a public institution located in Fairmont, WV.
What is the acceptance rate at Fairmont State University?
Fairmont State University has an acceptance rate of 99%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Fairmont State University cost?
The average annual net price at Fairmont State University is $9,032 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $8,708 in-state and $18,924 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Fairmont State University?
About 44% of students at Fairmont State University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Fairmont State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Fairmont State University students earn a median of $46,857 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Fairmont State University?
Admitted students at Fairmont State University have an average SAT score of 996 and an ACT midpoint of 20. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Fairmont State University?
Fairmont State University enrolls about 2,590 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Carol M. Highsmith · Public domain. Additional images are representative.
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