by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Framingham State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Framingham State is ranked #1,466 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value). Within Massachusetts, it ranks #23 of 85 for value.
These Framingham State majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Communications Technologies/Technicians & Support Services | #1 of 1 |
| Other Communication Technology | #1 of 1 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #1 of 1 |
| Business Information Systems | #3 of 4 |
| Knowledge Management | #3 of 4 |
| Child Care & Support Services Management | #9 of 14 |
| Food & Nutrition | #14 of 28 |
| Food, Nutrition & Related Services | #17 of 38 |
| Nutrition and Wellness | #17 of 38 |
| General Apparel & Textiles | #20 of 40 |
Below is the detailed Framingham State value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Framingham State University is ranked #50 out of #96 in Massachusetts for quality and #23 out of #85 for Massachusetts value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Framingham State financial aid page to be sure.
Framingham State University is ranked #1,466 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Framingham State University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Framingham State costs about $19,278. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $77,111 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,413 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,114 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,278 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $77,111 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Framingham State net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Framingham State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $109,652 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,111 | #1,466 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,456 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $109,652 | — | — |
| All Students | $77,111 | #23 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $64,456 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Framingham State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,802 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,399 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,863 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,658 |
| Over $110K | $23,914 |
About 72% of Framingham State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,369 per year. Get more details on the Framingham State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Framingham State cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.