School Summary

Fairmont State University


General Information:

Founded in 1865, Fairmont State University is seated on 120 acres located in Marion county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1350. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

1201 Locust Avenue

Fairmont, WV
26554
For more information call: 304 367-4000. This school has a website at https://www.fairmontstate.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://www.fairmontstate.edu/apply


Application Deadline: August
Application Fee: $0
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: Immunization record (Require for some: College transcripts)
Application Requirements:
Tests Required for some Students: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $8,424.00 $18,648.00
Room and Board $9,470.00 $9,470.00
Fees $1,986.00 $1,986.00
Total $19,880.00 $30,104.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.fairmontstate.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Lower competition - Most freshmen were not in the top 50 % of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or below 19 on ACT; up to 95% of applicants accepted (not 100%).

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 0% 2%
600-699 0% 9%
500-599 0% 53%
400-499 0% 32%
300-399 0% 4%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 1%
24-29 21%
18-23 59%
12-17 19%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 10%
11-25% 23.00%
26-50% 36.00%
Under 50% 31.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Wrestling, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Badminton, Baseball, Bowling, Basketball, Football, Golf, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Table tennis, Wrestling, Cross-country running

Badminton, Bowling, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Table tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Softball, Swimming and diving, Tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,350
Female 1,847
Total 3,197


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,350
Female 1,847
Total 3,197

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 1%
African American 5%
Hispanic 0%
Native American 0%
White 85%
Other 8%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 19%
At Least 25 Years Old 81%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 91%
Out Of State 9%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 28%
Live Off Campus 72%


Homecoming, Student Leadership Conference, Alcohol Awareness Week

Alpha Phi Omega, Circle K, Society for Non-traditional Students, Criminal Justice Club, Honors Association


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 19.0101                                           Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 13.1001                                           Special Education and Teaching, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 50.0402                                           Commercial and Advertising Art
  • 04.0902                                           Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
  • 51.2207                                           Public Health Education and Promotion
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 52.0213                                           Organizational Leadership
  • 11.0401                                           Information Science/Studies
  • 43.0406                                           Forensic Science and Technology
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 16.0901                                           French Language and Literature
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 49.0101                                           Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 13.0101                                           Education, General
  • 23.1304                                           Rhetoric and Composition
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 45.0902                                           National Security Policy Studies
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 15.0000                                           Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
  • 10.0305                                           Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
  • 52.0801                                           Finance, General
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 15.0101                                           Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians
  • 15.0201                                           Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians
  • 15.0303                                           Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0801                                           Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0701                                           Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
  • 15.0805                                           Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0612                                           Industrial Technology/Technician
  • 14.3801                                           Surveying Engineering
  • 47.0609                                           Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
  • 10.0307                                           Printing Press Operator
  • 49.0104                                           Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
  • 51.0701                                           Health/Health Care Administration/Management
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 43.0107                                           Criminal Justice/Police Science
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1316                                           Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1303                                           Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education
  • 13.1308                                           Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
  • 31.0505                                           Exercise Science and Kinesiology
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 09.9999                                           Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
  • 19.0499                                           Family and Consumer Economics and Related Services, Other
  • 51.9999                                           Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
  • 43.0106                                           Forensic Science and Technology

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.