History
Fairmont State University’s roots reach back to the formation of public education in the state of West Virginia. The first private normal school in West Virginia was established to train teachers in Fairmont in 1865 by John N. Boyd, the school’s first principal.
Education
Fairmont State University is a comprehensive, student-centered, state-supported institution offering dozens of certificate and degree programs at the associate, bachelor, and master levels via 41-degree programs and over 90 fields of study.
Career
Students may apply online for positions available campus-wide. Student hiring managers from various areas on campus post their vacant positions, interview and select employees. The goal is to make the hiring process as seamless as possible while creating a student work experience similar to the "real world." We encourage you to visit the website regularly to check for new job postings.
Distance Learning Courses
Education & Training (4)
Business & Management (3)
- M.Sc. Engineering Management
- B.Sc. Strategic Leadership
Medicine & Health (2)
- M.Sc. Healthcare Management
- BSN Nursing
Computer Science & IT (1)
Engineering & Technology (1)
- M.Sc. Engineering Management
Law (1)
- M.Sc. Criminal Justice
Social Sciences (1)
Housing services
Fairmont has on-campus housing which includes an international living-learning community in the honors residence hall. Off-campus housing can also be facilitated for international students. Meal plans have multiple options that adhere to dietary restrictions.
Library services
The Ruth Ann Musick Library on the campus of Fairmont State University provides access to scholarly resources, provides spaces for collaboration and study, and works with faculty and students in the discovery, use, and management of information in order to support the curriculum and facilitate lifelong learning.
Medical services
The Mission of the Student Health Service is to enhance the educational process by modifying or removing health related barriers to learning and by promoting an optimal level of wellness. Our goal is not only to treat illness and injury, but also to provide educational programming in Health Promotion.
Campus life
FSU's main campus is located in Fairmont, West Virginia, a friendly city of 19,000. The campus is home to the Frank and Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center. FSU features a branch campus in Clarksburg, which is called the Gaston Caperton Center. You'll find our campus is currently experiencing a renaissance. In addition to our classic historical buildings such as the iconic Hardway Hall, you'll also see brand new academic buildings such as the Engineering Technology Building.
Sports facilities
The Club Sports Program promotes participation in a wide variety of activities, complementing the University’s Intramural Sports Program and Varsity Athletic Program. Sport Teams participate in extramural collegiate games and practice with or without the support of a recognized coach. Club Sports are designed to help students develop leadership, financial, and organizational management skills through the opportunity to create, organize, and run their own club. The club itself will determine the length and type of game schedule to participate in, as well as the amount of scheduled, organized practices.
Student clubs
Active Minds, Alpha Eta Rho (Aviation Fraternity), Alpha Phi Alpha (Social fraternity), Alpha Phi Omega (Service Fraternity).
The University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.