About FSU

Rooted in reform and more relevant than ever, Framingham State's mission has always been to democratize access to a first-rate education. We offer an eye-opening, life-changing experience to all who are chasing a dream. Unapologetically defined by our public status, our ethos to serve the public good is as vital today as it was when we first opened our doors. It’s the power of a being a public university that allows us to impact our students in a way that dramatically changes who they are and who they can become.

A power that creates a ripple effect from our students to their families and beyond. A power that allows us to truly serve the unique Framingham community we live and learn in – and allows that community to provide a rich learning landscape and endless network of opportunities for our students.

Live to the Truth

Since 1839, when Cyrus Peirce closed each of his lessons at what was then The Normal School with the phrase “live to the truth,” the Framingham State community has embodied this motto. The phrase ties into our founding mission of expanding public access to high-quality education and preparing graduates to lead with integrity. Nearly two centuries later, that mission endures and the call to live to the truth is more urgent than ever. Learn More