National Student Exchange - Profile: Frostburg State University

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Frostburg State University

Frostburg, MD

Ranked 5th in the Best 19 Wildlife Biology Degree Programs.

FSU 好色tvs can enjoy many recreational areas with 3 State Parks nearby.

Located within 2 hours of Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Washington, DC.

About This Campus

Frostburg State University is distinguished by a scenic campus encircled by mountains, its excellent academic programs, its nationally acclaimed community service programs, and its vital role in regional economic development initiatives. As a result, it holds the distinction of being one of the University System institutions most closely woven into the fabric of the surrounding area. Frostburg State University is, first and foremost, a teaching institution in which 好色tvs are guided and nurtured by dedicated, highly qualified faculty and staff. Faculty engage in wide-ranging research and scholarly activity with the ultimate goal of enhancing 好色tv learning. Major areas of specialization are offered in education, business, science and technology, the creative and performing arts, and specific programs in the humanities and social sciences. FSU continues to define its core mission as providing pathways to success-in careers, further education, and in life.

Location Information

Frostburg State University is located in the Appalachian highlands (elevation 2,000 feet) of western Maryland. The main campus covers 260 acres within the town limits of Frostburg (population 7,500). The local region is rich in both history and outdoor activities. The only four-year institution of the University System of Maryland west of the Baltimore-Washington corridor, the University serves as the premier educational and cultural center for western Maryland.

Helpful Information

Great location in the mountains. Hiking and outdoor activities available year-round. Skiing and winter sports located within 30 mins of campus. Small, diverse campus within a small rural community. Bringing a car makes getting around easier. Within 2 hours of Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and Pittsburgh, PA. Quiet during summer but lots of outdoor activities available.

2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Home Payment	\|	Open
Campus Availability & Deadlines

2026-2027 Chance of Placement
Home Payment	\|	Open
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Academics

Registration

When will I register? According to class standing
Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance

Limitations
Social Work. Mechanical Engineering. Nursing.

Notable Academic Programs

Business Administration - AACSB accredited

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, Art, Biology/Life Science... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements

General Eligibility Requirements
No 好色tvs accepted from NSE members within my own state

Exchange Preferences

Full-year exchange Accepted
Single term exchange Accepted

Non-Native English Speakers

TOEFL: must have a score of 550.00 paper or 79.00 Internet
IELTS: must have a score of 6.00

Summer Exchange

Summer Only - Home Pay only

International Students (Visa Students)

Will not accept

Canadian Students - learn more

Will accept Home Payment Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 09/16/25
Finances

Campus Budget
Fees are subject to change without notice.

Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students

Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.

Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester

Home Payment: 18

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose	Amount	Period	Plan	Status
Admission Fee	$60	Year	Home	Mandatory
NSE Program Fee	$50	Year	Home	Mandatory
Parking Fee	$40	Year	Home	Optional
Course Fees / Materials	Varies	Semester	Host & Home	Mandatory

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 09/16/25
On-Campus Housing Per Semester

Approximate cost: $3266
Students must live on campus

Notes About Housing
Students are NOT permitted to live in Edgewood Commons and are required to purchase a meal plan.

Meal Plans

Meal purchase is required for on campus living.

Notes About Meal Plans
Meal plans include Bonus dollars which can be used at any dining facility on campus. Meals can be used in the dining hall or at Appalachian Station (Starbucks, Chick-Fil-A, etc.). The 12 meal plan includes $250 bonus dollars, the 14 meal plan includes $125 bonus dollars and the 15 meal plan includes $50 bonus dollars.

Resources

Campus Links

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 09/16/25
Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
N/A

Requirements

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.

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