Attending Framingham State costs most families far less than the published price. Full-time Massachusetts undergraduates are billed $12,590 a year as commuters or about $28,830 living on campus before aid, but most students pay much less. Financial aid reaches 91% of students, and the average net cost after grants is $2,990 a year. Students from Massachusetts families earning $85,000 or less pay no tuition or mandatory fees through the Framingham State Tuition Promise. See current rates on Tuition & Fees, check What FSU Really Costs for typical costs by household income, or get a personal estimate with the Net Price Calculator. To be considered for aid, complete the FAFSA. FSU's school code is 002185.
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Our goal is to counsel students and families through the financial process of higher education and help establish an individualized path to affordability. We are committed to providing quality service, transparency of costs and financial aid, along with various financing options so that families can make an informed decision on how to pay for college.
More than 50% of students who attend Framingham State University are Pell Eligible and pay nothing out of pocket in tuition and fees. After you complete the FAFSA, our team can provide you with a clear picture on exactly how much aid you qualify for.
What is the Framingham State Tuition Promise?
The Framingham State Tuition Promise covers full tuition and mandatory fees for admitted Massachusetts undergraduate students from families earning $85,000 or less per year. Eligibility is determined through the FAFSA, so there is no separate application. This does not include expenses like housing and meals, but additional financial aid is available for those who qualify.
See the Tuition Promise page for full eligibility requirements. If you don't qualify, you may still be eligible for significant financial aid. What FSU Really Costs shows what students in your income bracket typically pay.
What is Framingham State's FAFSA school code?
Framingham State University's FAFSA school code is 002185. Enter it on your FAFSA so your information is sent directly to FSU's Financial Aid Office.
The Impact of Financial Aid
State Aid is helping make Karen Araujo's dream of earning a college degree come true by dramatically cutting the cost for her to attend Framingham State.
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$30,000 less per year on average than private colleges.
According to data from U.S. News and World Report, Tuition and fees at FSU are about $30,000 less per year than the average sticker price at a private college (2023-2024).
Average grant aid per student is $9,600
Depending on your circumstances, financial aid can cover most or all of your expenses. Your grant aid could vary from this average.
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