Frostburg State University

101 Braddock Road, Frostburg, MD 21532

Website: Frostburg State University

Frostburg State University School Description

Founded in 1898, Frostburg State University is a comprehensive, largely residential, regional university. It is the only four-year institution of the University System of Maryland (USM) west of the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area thereby serving as the premier educational and cultural center for western Maryland. In addition to offering an excellent academic program, the University continues to be an integral component of regional economic development initiatives. FSU intends to increase the number of advanced learners and to provide educational opportunities for students from nontraditional age and minority populations and from rural, suburban, and metropolitan areas, creating a student body reflective of contemporary multicultural society.

The primary program emphasis at the University is high-quality, affordable undergraduate education. Frostburg State University is distinguished by an excellent, diverse faculty, dedicated staff, and service to the communities of western Maryland. Students are afforded a supportive environment in which to expand their knowledge, understanding, communication skills, and appreciation for cultural diversity. Couched within a liberal arts tradition, undergraduate programs promote intellectual growth and equip learners with problem-solving and decision-making abilities useful in developing global understanding and effecting civic responsibilities and constructive change. In response to community and regional needs, graduate programs provide specialized instruction for students engaged in or preparing to enter particular professional fields. In order to prepare a well-trained workforce and contribute to economic development, teaching, research, and supervising field experiences/projects are the most important professional activities and responsibilities of the faculty.

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Frostburg State University

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Frostburg State University is a four-year university located on a campus in Frostburg, Maryland, in western Maryland, and is part of the University System of Maryland. FSU is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

History

The school was founded in 1898 under the name State Normal School #2 and began teaching its first class in 1902. Its original mission was to train teachers for the Maryland public school system. In 1935, the school was renamed State Teachers' College at Frostburg and began offering a four-year degree program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree. The school was again renamed in 1963, this time as Frostburg State College. Frostburg received university status in 1987 thus being renamed to what it is today.

Academics

Frostburg has colleges in education, business, and liberal arts and sciences, and, in addition to the baccalaureate, awards master's degrees in both arts and sciences. Students may study and complete certain programs at Frostburg State University’s Hagerstown Campus.

Colleges

  • College of Business - AACSB accredited
  • College of Education - NCATE accredited
  • College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Notable alumni

  • Richard Robert "Ricky" Arnold II- (1985) - NASA astronaut, selected in 2004 as an Educator Mission Specialist
  • John N. Bambacus, former Maryland State Senator, former Mayor of Frostburg
  • Stephanie A. Eaton, Grammy Award-winning country music songwriter.
  • John Ellinger, American soccer coach, formerly of the Under 17 United States men's national soccer team and Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer.
  • Gregory Thomas Garcia - Emmy-winning writer and producer of television series; he has referenced Frostburg State University in episodes of Yes, Dear and My Name Is Earl
  • Donald P. Hutchinson, (1967), Baltimore County Executive, 78-86; member of Maryland House of Delegates, 67-74; and State Senate, 75-78.
  • Jennifer Hurt, Playboy model
  • Kevin Kelly, (1975), member of Maryland House of Delegates.
  • Bob Maddox, (1973) Defensive End Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs.
  • Robert A. McKee, (1991) former member of Maryland House of Delegates
  • Debra Monk, actress. Tony and Emmy award-winner. Currently appearing in "Curtains" on Broadway. Has appeared in Center Stage, "NYPD Blue" (Emmy Award), "Law and Order," "Desperate Housewives," and "Grey's Anatomy."
  • Jim Riggleman, former baseball player and manager.
  • Matt Wertz, (2001), Comedien, Actor.
  • James Wolcott, journalist and cultural critic for Vanity Fair

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Mid-Atlantic
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Bobcats

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
4,321
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 16,162
Students Receiving Aid:
80%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 30
Selectivity:
Selective
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Frostburg State University Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

Learn more about Bachelor’s Degree Programs

Master’s Degree Programs

Learn more about Master’s Degree Programs

Certificate Programs

Learn more about Certificate Programs

Frostburg State University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 50%
Men 50%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 78%
African-American 14%
Other 6%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 89%
Out-of-State 11%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Maryland 89%
Virginia 3%
Pennsylvania 2%
District of Columbia 0%
New Jersey 0%
Percent of Students International: 1%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 39%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Eastern College Athletic Conference)
Basketball (Eastern College Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Eastern College Athletic Conference)
Track (Eastern College Athletic Conference)

Frostburg State University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 6,550 $ 16,162  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 5,000 $ 14,612  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 1,550 $ 1,550  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,902 25%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 2,772 37%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 2,033 48%  
Student Loans:
$ 3,498 52%  
Any Aid:
  80%  

Frostburg State University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 63% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 97%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 430, Math: 420
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 530, Math: 540
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 12%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 17, Verbal: 16, Math: 17
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 21, Verbal: 22, Math: 21

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 30.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on Frostburg State University

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Question: can i get into frostburg state university with a 2.22.Is frostburg state university an easy school to get?

Is Frostburg state university an easy school to get into
22 months ago

Best Answer

It's easy, but not that easy. Try community college, get your grades up, then re-apply as a junior.

Question: Frostburg State University in Maryland...?

Whats it like? I am interested in going there. I have been to the campus once and I loved the whole setting, but I never have been inside.
25 months ago

Best Answer

State supported schools are limited in Maryland, but Frostburg is popular with MD students. The main thing that turns some people off is that itis aptly name. Very very cold in winter. Very cold.

Question: Anyone know of a university called Frostburg State University?

Where is it? How would you rate it?
37 months ago

Best Answer

Yes, it is a very good school. It is a party school though.

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