Framingham State University
Framingham, Massachusetts · Public
Framingham State University admitted 85% of 4,342 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1070–1255 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 50% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Framingham State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- June 30, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Framingham State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Framingham State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $28,994 in-state and $35,074 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $16,640 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Framingham State University’s acceptance rate?
Framingham State University admitted 85% of applicants: 3,685 of 4,342 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Framingham State University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular decision is due June 30, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Framingham State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1070 to 1255, with a median around 1150. A score at or above 1150 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Framingham State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Framingham State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Framingham State University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Framingham State University asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (two optional short answers, up to 250 words each). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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