Let's Chat!

Posted by Amber Deschenes on February 15, 2017 at 11:48 AM

We want to hear from you.  Have a question?  Use our new chat system.

We now have a great new function on our website that allows anyone to get answers to their questions right away.  Go to one of our many pages and in the bottom right hand corner see the “Let’s Chat!” button pop up.  Type in your question and let one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff provide you with the information you need.

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Practicum or Thesis:  Which option is right for you?

Posted by Kimberly McCoy-Blauser on February 1, 2017 at 2:24 PM

Many graduate programs require that students finish either a practicum or a thesis to  qualify for a degree.  Programs like counseling, education, and nursing have different types of practicums, so be sure to check the plan of study for your program of interest to confirm what you will need to do to complete your degree.

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Topics: Programs

Graduate Scholarship Opportunities

Posted by Kimberly McCoy-Blauser on January 26, 2017 at 1:35 PM

When it comes to financing your graduate education, any small amount helps. This is why Fitchburg State offers scholarships to graduate students, as well as undergraduate students.

The following scholarships are available to graduate students only, and reference the requirements for applying.

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A Quality Master's in Applied Communication at a Price You Can Afford

Posted by Kimberly McCoy-Blauser on January 18, 2017 at 9:35 AM

Almost done with your bachelor’s degree and thinking about graduate school?

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Topics: Programs

Your on campus one stop shop

Posted by Kimberly McCoy-Blauser on January 12, 2017 at 8:51 AM

How frustrating is it to run errands when you have to make 3 or more different stops? Pack up the children, find a place to park, walk to the building, and handle whatever business you need to ….you could take a full day just running a few tiny errands!  Not at Fitchburg State University. We have all of the administrative offices housed in one building, consider the Anthony Building your one stop shop for all of your academic needs.

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Top 5 Posts of 2016

Posted by Kelly Norris on December 13, 2016 at 1:57 PM

Time to wrap up another year of the GCE Blog. We've shared a lot of information with our readers and here's a quick look at our top 5 posts of 2016.
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The Defining Religious Event that Shaped the World

Posted by Kelly Norris on November 30, 2016 at 10:10 AM

The Reformation dominates the skylines of small towns around the world. It affects the religious lives of millions of practicing Christians and millions of non-Christians and non-believers whether they realize it or not. It is wrapped up in the fabric of the United States and its impact can be seen throughout the world.
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Topics: Programs

MTEL got you down? Let Fitchburg State help!

Posted by Dani Langdon on November 22, 2016 at 1:34 PM

Are you struggling to pass the MTEL? Are you feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to focus your study time? Try one of the various MTEL Preparation Workshops at Fitchburg State University. This spring 2017, we are offering workshops in the following areas:

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Topics: Center for Professional Studies

Do you know we have a payment plan for Graduate and Continuing Education students?

Posted by Kelly Norris on November 8, 2016 at 12:22 PM


The Fitchburg State Payment Plan for Graduate and Continuing Education students allows students who weren’t able to afford the full payment up front, the opportunity to pursue their education in a more affordable way.     

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Did you miss the forensic nursing webinar? Read everything you need to know on your time.

Posted by Kelly Norris on October 21, 2016 at 1:38 PM


If you missed our webinar, no worries. We've got you covered! Here's the video of the recorded webinar and a list of all the questions asked. And if you still have questions, follow the "Speak to an advisor" link at the end of this post and get all of your questions answered.
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Topics: Programs, Webinars