Framingham State University
About
Founded in 1839 as the nation’s first public normal school for teacher preparation, Framingham State University is a close-knit, accessible public institution located just 20 miles west of Boston. Today, the university is best known for its high-demand programs in education, nursing, food and nutrition, and business, alongside a distinctive undergraduate offering in fashion design and retailing. Students experience a supportive, community-focused campus culture with direct access to internships and career opportunities in the greater Boston area. Setting the university apart is its deep commitment to STEM and space education through the on-campus Christa McAuliffe Center for Integrated Science Learning, established in honor of the celebrated alumna and astronaut.
Wikipedia:Framingham State University (Framingham State or FSU) is a public university in Framingham, Massachusetts. The university, previously known as the Normal School in Lexington was founded in 1839 as the first state-supported normal school in the United States before becoming a full-fledged university. It offers undergraduate programs as well as graduate programs, including MBA, MEd, and MS.
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Framingham State University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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