Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Frostburg, Maryland |
| Online | frostburg.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Frostburg State University is located in the Appalachian highlands of western Maryland, approximately 140 miles from both Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Originally established in 1898 as a state normal school for teacher training, FSU evolved into a comprehensive public university offering more than 100 programs across its three colleges. The 260-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, with Georgian-style architecture predominant throughout the main campus. The university maintains strong programs in education, business, and science fields, with particular recognition for its wildlife biology and engineering programs. Students typically reside in one of the university's six traditional residence halls or two apartment complexes, and the institution competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bobcats.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Frostburg State University is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Frostburg State University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#677 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#233 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Maryland
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Maryland
#18 in Best Value Colleges in Maryland
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1200 |
| ACT | 17/25 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Maryland Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,830 |
| Room and Board | $12,140 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,056 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,500 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,830 |
| Room and Board | $12,140 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,056 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,380 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 16% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| Education | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024