“FSU has opened my mind and shown me a
variety of possibilities through interactive classes,
an internship that has given me workplace
experience and opportunities to go out and get
involved in the world.”
— Skye Pinney ’15
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
One of the great things about a Frostburg experience
is its uniqueness.
To launch you toward your personal and professional success, the higher education
experience you pursue has to be distinct from all others. Frostburg State University is more
than ready to deliver!
With over 100 different programs of study – and opportunities for hands-on learning in
every one – plus a seemingly endless selection of academic, athletic, service, professional
and social activities, Frostburg puts you on the road to success from the moment you arrive.
Our knowledgeable and accessible faculty will inspire you and dare you to take on
challenges that show off your skills or help you find gifts you never knew you had.
Our programs are nationally recognized for their academic excellence and value.
Our modern classrooms make learning a high-tech delight!
And our boundless opportunities – inside the classroom and out – will keep you engaged
and energized, all while providing the real-life knowledge, skills and connections essential
for success.
Students from the collaborative Soil Monitoring
Project are documenting and analyzing the effects
of road salt on campus soil.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
THAT’S FROSTBURG.
1
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
Finding
way...
A WORLDyour
OF OPPORTUNITIES.
From your first day at Frostburg to Commencement day,
you’ll have the opportunity to live what you learn.
And we love bringing your academic studies to life. “Hands-on learning”
is a huge part of what we do here at Frostburg, and it takes on as many
meanings as you can think of:
yy Science majors of all kinds conduct valuable, relevant research alongside faculty
mentors and present their results at national conferences.
yy Business and marketing students create plans for actual businesses – and some
even start their own!
yy Mass Communication students practice on state-of-the-art equipment in our
new TV and radio stations, more modern than what many commercial stations
have. Some students even host their own TV shows or radio programs.
yy Student writers publish their work in academic journals, literary magazines and
more and present in venues ranging from open-mic poetry slams to national
conferences.
yy Students in the performing arts play, sing, dance and act in student productions,
but also direct the shows, build the sets and design the lighting.
yy Accounting students prepare real tax forms for community members.
yy History students take on roles and argue as a variety of complex historical figures,
challenging the very course of history.
yy Education majors work with real students in local grade schools right from
the start.
We could go on, but there are just too many opportunities to fit on one page.
And experiences like these add value to your résumé.
FSU chemistry student Ryley
McBride, led by Dr. Benjamin Norris
’04, has studied ways to create
new solvents out of renewable
and biodegradable plant materials
instead of fossil fuels.
“My time at Frostburg helped me develop all kinds of
programming skills. Recently with my interview with IBM,
it helped me ace that interview and know all the answers
to their questions.”
—Timothy Cross ‘14, applications developer at IBM
2
3
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
EXPERIENCE ATTENTION.
Our faculty are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students.
And they love what they do.
FSU faculty are experts in their fields and are committed to fostering an active learning environment. From your first
orientation instructor to your faculty advisor in your major, you’ll find a team of professionals at Frostburg all working toward
your success. FSU is loaded with resources to help you reach your academic, professional and personal goals, from the Tutoring
Center to leadership development activities to programs that help you identify and nurture your unique strengths.
What does that mean for you? You’ll have an ever-ready supply of mentors and professionals who know you by name and
support you from day one to graduation.
You won’t find huge lecture halls here.
98% of our classes have fewer than 50 students,
and almost 50% have fewer than 20.
“The professors are amazing. They really care about
their students. If I see them out of class, they’ll
say ‘Hey, Katie!’ I had professors ask me about my
capstone project and wish me luck because they
knew I was doing this presentation.”
4
– Katie Morgan ’15
“ I love walking into a room full of students with a
shared passion ... and leaving with more energy
than when I entered the room.”
– Dr. Jennifer Rankin ’96/M’01
Assistant Professor of Educational Professions
5
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF TECHNOLOGY.
A state-of-the-art communications building
Frostburg’s brand new Gira Center features the most up-to-date communications technology
out there. You’ll get the chance to learn in TV and audio studios that have the same
equipment you’ll find in the broadcast industry, or you can experiment with the latest
3D printers. The building hosts an amazing multimedia learning center complete with a
planetarium and rooftop observatory. You’ll also find extensive computer labs throughout
the building and 14 breakout rooms fully equipped for collaborative work with your
fellow students.
One of our radio station’s new studios
New TV studio
But wait, there’s more!
Frostburg has outstanding facilities and technology for you in just about every department.
Specialized labs for robotics, nanotechnology, biotechnology, renewable energies and animal
behavior are just the beginning. There’s a greenhouse, an herbarium, a centrifuge, electron
microscopes, a wind tunnel, GIS and GPS equipment, a walk-in growth chamber, remote
sensing software. … The list goes on!
And here’s the best part: While using these facilities, you’ll work on projects and research that
have a real impact on the community around you, from Frostburg to the world.
Don’t forget the arts!
Actors, musicians and dancers will love our Performing Arts Center’s three performance
spaces: an acoustically perfect recital hall, a drama theatre and a black-box theatre. Practice
rooms, scene and costume shops and a dance studio with a sprung floor will help you
hone your craft. And visual and literary artists will find not just fantastic resources and
opportunities but also a thriving fine arts community to provide support, inspiration
and new modes of expression.
“I love Frostburg more than anything. It’s
really become my home. Every opportunity
I’ve gotten here is beyond my expectations.
I even got to do an internship at a museum
in Ireland, which was incredible.”
—Mary Kehoe ‘15
6
Compton
Science Ce
Pealer Recital
nter gree
nhouse
Hall
The spectacular lobby of our new Gira Center for
Communications and Information Technology
7
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF EXCELLENCE.
Challenging yourself can go beyond just getting good grades – and the
University Honors Program makes all-around excellence a blast!
If you’re looking to get a little bit more out of your time in college, the University Honors Program offers
an immersive, full-throttle experience in education and personal discovery. You can explore your favorite
subjects in engaging seminar-style classes with students from diverse backgrounds and professors
specially selected by the Honors Program for their strong mentoring skills.
Honors classes ask big questions and dig deep for answers, helping you uncover not just who and what
but also why. Honors students benefit from close relationships with fellow students and faculty and
learn to respect a variety of perspectives. Graduating with Honors in General Education marks FSU
students as among the best and brightest, possessing valuable critical thinking and problem-solving
skills and ultimately prepared for their careers or graduate studies.
“The Honors Program is special because it
allows students and professors to share their
ideas and opinions as equals.”
— Aidan Krautner ’15
University Honors Program features:
yyClasses designed for active,
interdisciplinary learning
yyPriority registration
yyHonors/International housing with
single rooms available
yyUndergraduate Research
Opportunity Stipends
yyA unique FSU Connection learning
community experience for firstyear students
yySmall class sizes of 15-20
yyCo-curricular activities, such as
special luncheons and class trips
All work, no play? No way!
yyTravel/study courses
Honors students have some of the most fun on campus!
Besides a variety of unique and intriguing out-of-theclassroom learning opportunities, you’ll have access
to day trips to destinations like New York City and
Washington, D.C., free tickets to some of the Cultural
Events Series’ most popular shows and special Honors
Program lunches. Speaking of culture, living with the
on-campus International community puts you in touch with
a whole new collection of fun, cross-cultural celebrations and
events. And priority registration for classes will really take the
pressure off come registration time!
yyOpportunities to team-teach with a
faculty member
“Participating in the honors program at FSU greatly enhanced my
academic experience. Honors classes gave me the opportunity
to make meaningful connections with my professors, thanks to
ample one-on-one time and research opportunities.”
— Katie Dignan ’14
8
9
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
EXPERIENCE HUMANITY.
Michael D. Snyder
Frostburg students travel the world
– and the world comes to Frostburg, too.
Nothing broadens your mind like seeing the world through another’s eyes. At
Frostburg, you’ll get to meet students from all over the world – from Morocco
to Taiwan, and Ireland to Peru – each with unique and valuable lessons to
teach you even as you share your world with them.
And it really is possible to travel the world, no matter your resources
or time frame. Frostburg offers many ways to study abroad, for a
few weeks to a semester or year, and often for the same cost as
FSU’s tuition. Plus, through Frostburg’s Center for International
Education, you can access scholarships dedicated just for
traveling students. Your FSU financial aid even applies to many
international study programs.
Serving in remote villages in Uganda and Peru, learning about
Ecuador’s indigenous people, interning in a school in Denmark,
touring a factory in China – these are just a few of the adventures
FSU students have experienced.
What adventure will you choose?
“[Study abroad] definitely makes you more
appreciative of other people’s cultures. It
does change you. It gives you a whole new
outlook on life.”
10
— Sandrine Akindo ‘15
Lauren Schoelen went to Uganda to promote
sustainable, clean drinking water in
remote villages.
11
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
“We practice sustainability by getting our hands
dirty, our feet wet, and making a difference in
our community.”
– Dr. Sunshine Brosi, Assistant Professor of Biology
EXPERIENCE
SUSTAINABILITY.
Frostburg is one of the country’s most environmentally
responsible campuses, and we’re only getting started.
Frostburg State has just about every aspect of the environmental front covered. On the
academic side, you can choose from an ever-expanding list of eco-aware programs,
including a minor in sustainability, or prepare for a master’s in applied ecology and
conservation biology. Outside the classroom, you can take part in our Focus Frostburg
sustainability awareness day and other environmental events sponsored by the Learning
Green, Living Green initiative and the Sierra Student Coalition. FSU also has set up a
car-sharing service, a green alternative to bringing a vehicle to campus.
It’s no wonder Frostburg’s been listed in The Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges
and lauded as a top sustainable “Cool School” by Sierra Magazine.
FSU’s off -the-grid Sustainable Energy
Research Facility (SERF) is heated and
powered by geothermal, solar and
wind-generated energy sources.
Green facilities where it counts.
FSU is home to the Sustainable Energy Research Facility – an off-the-grid center for
researching renewable energy sources. The Lane University Center and the new Gira
Center for Communications and Information Technology are LEED Gold-certified for their
green design and operation.
Nutrient cycling in action!
Chesapeake Dining Hall now features “The Rocket,” a quick-composting machine that
helps turn food waste into loamy compost. Frostburg Grows, a greenhouse complex on a
former strip mine, uses that compost to grow healthy, local produce for the community.
And Chartwells, FSU’s food service provider, completes the cycle by serving Frostburg
Grows fruits and vegetables in the dining hall and by actively seeking produce from
local farmers.
12
5-acre
ed land into an innovative
ject converted unused min
Pro
ws
Gro
urg
gs.
stb
dlin
Fro
The
and tree see
ducing fruit, vegetables
greenhouse complex pro
FSU students get involved
FSU has an on-campus wind and solar energy project.
with the annual Recycle
Mania Tournament.
1313
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
“Frostburg is a great place because of the
mountains of Western Maryland – the
beautiful scenery, the cool summertime, and,
yes, even those snowy winter mornings.”
– Jaleel Moore ’16
EXPERIENCE NATURE.
With Western Maryland as a backdrop and
playground, you can experience:
yy Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding,
whitewater rafting, kayaking, sailing and
swimming at Deep Creek Lake
Western Maryland’s mountains are perfect for studying nature –
and enjoying it, too.
yy Rocky Gap State Park’s abundant outdoor
offerings, including camping, boating, golf
and more
In fact, Frostburg is the only U.S. university to offer a major in ethnobotany, the scientific study of
relationships that exist between people and plants. The surrounding Allegheny Mountains provide a
wealth of resources for studying plants and animals – and geology, geography and environmental
sciences as well.
yy Bike rides and scenic strolls on the Great
Allegheny Passage, which passes through
Frostburg on its way from Washington, D.C.,
to Pittsburgh
The great outdoors are a part of life at Frostburg, where there’s a beautiful view in every direction. You
can commune with nature with a stroll through the campus arboretum or take a hike or bike ride just
minutes away on the Great Allegheny Passage. Or simply choose a favorite shade tree as a place to study.
yy Backpacking, horseback riding, rock climbing,
fishing, picnicking and any other outdoor
adventure you can imagine!
“We’re in an art class but we’re learning computer skills,
working on environmental issues, we’re doing hands-on
activities where we’re outside so other students can see.
I think that’s pretty awesome that we get to do that.”
Studying native plants in FSU’s on-campus
14
arboretum
Whitewater raftin
— Jessica Smith ‘18, psychology
g on the nearby Yo
ug
h River
Biking on the Grea
t All
egheny Passage
15
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF PROGRAMS.
Majors are listed in bold.
Computer Science
Financial Services
Marketing
Social Science
Accounting
Networks
Fine Arts
Mass Communication
Social Work
Cultural Anthropology
Foreign Languages & Literature
Mathematics
Sociology
Mathematical Sciences
Sustainability Studies
BS Accounting/MBA
Dual Degree
Dance
Addictions Counseling**
Dental Hygiene Preparation
Spanish
Mechanical Engineering
Theatre
Adventure Sports
Management
Dentistry Preparation
Forestry
Acting
Earth Science
Geography
Medical Technology Preparation
Design/Technology
Climate Science
Medicine Preparation
Economics
Global Systems Analysis
Music
Urban and Regional Planning
Business Economics
Mapping & Geospatial Sciences
Instrumental Performance
Veterinary Medicine Preparation
Public Policy Economics
Graphic Design
Music Management
Wildlife & Fisheries
Quantitative Economics
Health & Physical Education
Music Studies
Women’s Studies
Educational Professions
Teaching Certification
Early Childhood/Elementary
Education
Health Promotion
Vocal Performance
Health Science
Nursing Preparation
**emphasis
Elementary Education
History
Nursing: RN to BSN

Integrated Arts
International History
Occupational Therapy Preparation
Language & Literacy
History of the Americas
Optometry Preparation
Social Science & Civics
Information Technology
Pharmacy Preparation
African American Studies
Animal Behavior
Art & Design
Teaching Certification
Art History
Athletic Training
Biology
Molecular Biology
Environmental Science
Business Administration
Finance
Environmental Science
Teaching Certification
(Collaborative Program)
General Management
Global Business
STEM
Hospitality Management
International Area Studies*
Philosophy
Human Resources Management
Elementary/Middle School
Dual Certification
International Studies
Physical Therapy Preparation
Marketing
PreK-12 Programs
International Business
Physics
Secondary Teacher Education
International Development
Engineering Physics
International Economics
Traditional Physics
International Politics
Political Science
Small Business/
Entrepreneurship
Engineering
Chemistry
Electrical Engineering
Biochemistry
Materials Engineering
Interpretive Biology & Natural
History
Professional Chemistry
English
Traditional Chemistry
Jazz Studies
Journalism
Creative Writing
Child and Family Counseling**
Literature
Coaching
Professional Writing
Law: Bachelor’s/Juris Doctor –
Dual-degree program
Communication Studies
Teaching of Writing**
Law and Society
Conflict Communication
Leadership Communication
Public Communication &
Rhetorical Studies
Environmental Analysis &
Planning
Ethnobotany
Exercise & Sport Science
Computer Information Systems Film Studies
Computer Print Graphics**
Finance
16
French (minor)
Criminal Justice
Legal Studies
Law School Preparation
Leadership Studies
Liberal Studies
Management
Professional Writing**
Psychology
Leadership in Psychology**
Public Administration**
Public Relations
Recreation & Parks Management
Adventure Sports
Community Program Delivery
Hospitality Management &
Tourism
Therapeutic Recreation
Secure Computing and
Information Assurance
Theatrical Studies
* certificate program
junior/senior-level course work
also offered at the University
System of Maryland at
Hagerstown
in collaboration with Garrett
College

Unsure about
your major?
Take your time. Listen to
yourself. Talk to your advisor
and your professors. Choose
a path that feels right to YOU.
And if you realize later you’re
going in the wrong direction,
don’t sweat it. Frostburg
makes it easy for you to stop,
back up, re-direct and find
another route to achieve your
new goals.
17
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF INVOLVEMENT.
With more than 90 clubs and organizations, it’s easy to get involved at Frostburg.
You can choose from a variety of major organizations like the Student Government Association, Black Student
Alliance and University Programming Council, as well as academic societies for many majors and a never-ending
collection of special interest clubs, from creative writing to snowboarding to runway fashion! And if you can’t find
just what you’re looking for, Frostburg makes it simple to start your own organization. How will you get involved?
Going Service.
Student volunteers at Frostburg provide over 40,000 hours of service each year, doing good for others by shoveling
snow for the elderly, mentoring local grade-school youth, helping out with tax forms and caring for shelter
animals, just to name a few activities. They are also passionate participants in major local and national events like
Hunger and Homelessness Week, the Special Olympics, Beautify the ‘Burg, V-Day and Relay for Life.
Going Greek.
FSU proudly hosts chapters of several nationally recognized fraternities and sororities. Getting involved in campus
Greek Life is a great way to serve your university and community while building some lifelong friendships
and connections.
Multi-cultural Show
“Frostburg gave me the sense of leadership I was looking for in myself. From
working as president of the National Broadcasting Society and copy editor with
The Bottom Line, Frostburg State allowed me to become a leader, make mistakes
and prove to myself that I was capable of being a leader in life.”
18
— Blair Bedford ’11
19
The Concert Crew
meets B.o.B.
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF FUN.
So much to do! Deciding which fun things to go to
might be more difficult than you think.
You can pack your out-of-class time with campus events like local and big-name
band concerts, national speakers and authors, illusionists and so much more! The
Cultural Events Series brings in professional performers ranging from comedians
and symphony orchestras to Broadway stars and dancers from Bollywood or the
Moscow ballet. Homecoming and Springfest are always fun, and if you’re still ready
to go, the University also sponsors trips to destinations like New York City, ski resorts,
whitewater rafting sites, museums, shopping outlets and more.
The Lane University Center
Springfest
Womanless Beauty Pageant
Located in the heart of campus, the Lane University Center is a hub of student social
life on campus, a place where friends meet for everything from meals to midnight
parties. Here you’ll find bake sales, karaoke, cozy lounges and the monthly “Late @
Lane” events, one of the most popular parts of student life. Every “Late @ Lane” has a
different theme, so there’s always something new!
At the Lane University Center, you’ll find:
yyA stylish and “smart” game room featuring a pool table and Xbox 360, PS3 and
Wii consoles and games – all free to use!
yyThe Loft, a roomy lounge area with an 82-inch flat-screen TV, Starbucks coffee bar
and regular live entertainment
yyThe University Store with sweet FSU swag, clothes, textbooks and supplies
yyComputer lab with PCs, Macs and printing services
yyA state-of-the-art fitness center
Lane Center fitness center
The Lane University
20
Late @ Lane
Center, FSU’s stude
nt union
Quidditch Tournament
“Being a part of UPC was very rewarding. I loved
learning how to put on big concert productions.
We did amazing shows together like Maroon 5 and
Sara Bareilles. Those nights are some of my most
treasured memories from college.”
– Jill King ‘ 05, Producer, The Rachel Ray Show
21
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF FRIENDSHIPS.
It’s friendly here. That sounds simple, but it’s important.
Frostburg is a place where you’ll feel welcome. Maybe it’s the small classes and “just right” campus
size that make it easy to get to know your fellow students. Maybe it’s the relaxed and comfortable
atmosphere. Maybe it’s the innovative community partnerships that foster a warm environment on
campus and off. Or maybe it’s the many ways Frostburg has for you to make new friends:
yy in your residence hall, and most likely with your first-year roommate;
yy in your FSU Connection, a freshman year learning community that connects you to courses, students and
faculty who share your interests;
yy in your favorite clubs and student organizations;
yy at community events, from festivals to fundraisers; and
yy among your athletic teammates or Greek brothers and sisters.
Whatever it is about Frostburg, there’s more than enough to go around. We hope to see you soon!
NOT TO BRAG, BUT ...
FSU is well-known for being friendly. If you have a question or
need directions, just ask anyone. We’ll be happy to help.
22
23
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF LIVING.
There’s no place like home – but residential life
at Frostburg comes pretty close.
FSU Residence Life gets how important your living arrangements are to you and provides
a range of programs to help you pick your new neighbors, including single-gender
communities and program-based living. Edgewood Commons, an apartment complex
located on campus, offers suite-style living with individual bedrooms and fully equipped
kitchens. And FSU’s resident assistants, a team of trained student leaders looking out for
you, are some of the friendliest and most recognizable people on campus!
As a new student resident, you can choose from these housing options:
yy FYE (The First Year Experience), offering activities to help with the transition from high school
to college.
yy Honors housing with single and double rooms for first-year students enrolled in FSU’s
Honors Program.
yy STEM@Sowers, designed for incoming freshmen interested in majoring in science, technology,
engineering or mathematics to live together in one newly renovated residence hall. This allows
you to network and study with students with similar majors, interests and goals.
yy Music Connection, linking first-year music majors and minors with music faculty to further
enhance students’ talents.
yy ECHOSTARS, a community of first-year students interested in getting involved with local
community service.
yy Gender-Inclusive Housing, spaces where gender identities and expressions are appreciated
and not judged.
All residence hall rooms are equipped with:
yy Free wired and wireless internet and cable TV
connections in every room. Don’t have a TV? You’re
welcome to use the one in your lounge!
yy Free use of our high-efficiency washers and dryers, no
coins needed.
yy Free parking for all on-campus students.
yy Microfridges (microwave/refrigerator/freezer) free of
charge in every room.
yy Individual locking closets for added security.
yy Bunkable and loftable beds. Get creative in arranging
your room!
Safety first.
With student safety in mind, all FSU residence
halls have ID card-access readers and video
security cameras at all exterior doors.
24
25
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF ATHLETICS.
With 21 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports participating in regional
conferences – as well as an ever-expanding list of club and intramural sports
– Frostburg offers something for the competitor in everyone.
Varsity Teams
Men
Women
Baseball
Basketball
Cross-Country
Football
Lacrosse Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track & Field (indoor and outdoor)
Basketball
Cross-Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track & Field (indoor and outdoor)
Volleyball
Our Bobcat student-athletes are known for maintaining healthy GPAs and
volunteering throughout the community.
FSU’s athletic and recreational facilities include:
26
yy An Olympic-size pool
yy An indoor climbing wall
yy Racquetball courts
yy Dance studio with sprung floor
yy Two gyms (including the 3,600seat Bobcat Arena)
yy A fitness center in the
student union
yy Playing and practice fields for
baseball, field hockey, football,
lacrosse, soccer and softball
yy Fitness rooms and weight rooms
yy Bobcat Stadium with all-weather
track, lighting and synthetic turf
yy Volleyball courts
yy Six lighted tennis courts
yy Intramural fields
GO-O-O-O-O-O BOBCATS!
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF SUCCESS.
FSU launches students to professional success.
This is what we heard, again and again, when we asked our alumni how to best describe their Frostburg
experience. Knowledge, skills, confidence, opportunities to make a difference … this is what Bobcats
receive at FSU, and what empowers them to fearlessly go after careers they love.
The value of a Frostburg education doesn’t stop once you leave campus. Bottom line, your FSU degree
goes to work for you by jump-starting your career and helping you thrive in the workplace. Most FSU
grads who go on to graduate school say their Frostburg education prepared them well for further study.
It all adds up to a successful life.
Our alumni have advanced to leadership positions in notable organizations such as the CIA, Adobe,
AstraZeneca and IBM. One has won an Emmy. One has won a Tony and an Emmy.
And one has traveled into outer space.
Greg Garcia ’92 (right) is the Emmy Award-winning creator,
writer and executive producer for TV hit shows The Millers, Raising
Hope, My Name Is Earl and Yes, Dear. His writing career started
with a “Writing for TV” class at FSU.
“Frostburg State University helped transform me. I started in a
developmental math class, and I had never programmed before in my
life. By the time I graduated, I had been inducted into the National
Math Honor Society, the National Physics Honor Society and the
International Computer Science Honor Society. Today I am creating
revolutionary software that allows people to learn math using their
body movement.”
Ricky Arnold ’85, NASA mission specialist and
educator astronaut, spacewalking on his
mission to the International Space Station
– Emmanuel Cephas, Jr. ‘ 05, software developer
and White House Champions of Change nominee
NASA
28
Debra Monk ’73 got her acting start at Frostburg. Now she’s a Tony
and Emmy Award-winning actress. She has appeared on Broadway
and in feature films and TV shows, including Glee (as Will’s mother),
Grey’s Anatomy, Law and Order and Desperate Housewives.
29
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF VALUE.
When you attend Frostburg, you’ll
experience an excellent education
– at an affordable price.
As a national College of Distinction, Frostburg
is renowned for its commitment to quality
education and student life, and that includes
making FSU one of the most affordable four-year
universities anywhere.
Frostburg offers a number of ways to assist
you with your college expenses, including
scholarships, grants, loans and campus
employment, depending on your individual
financial need, GPA and test scores.
Entering students are automatically screened for
merit and need-based scholarships, so applying
for admission early is recommended for priority
scholarship consideration.
MONEY MAGAZIN
E
B
ES T
Frostburg is a great value.
At FSU, you’ll receive an excellent education –
without a mountain of debt.
VALUE COLLEGE
2016-17 Expenses
Full-time, per year
TUITION & FEES
In-State$8,700
Out-of-State$21,200
Regional Resident Rate*
$16,400
TYPICAL ROOM & BOARD PLAN $8,300
* Discount for residents of Pennsylvania, Virginia,
West Virginia and Ohio living within 120 miles of
Frostburg State University in Frostburg
Financial Aid Information
Contact the FSU Financial Aid Office at
301.687.4301 or email FSUfinaid@frostburg.
edu. You can also make an appointment with
one of our helpful financial aid advisors.
“Being approached to write a program for [cotton top
tamarin] monkeys is an uncommon thing. I was really
excited to get the opportunity to do that. It was interesting
to go through the process of thinking about the ways a
monkey would interact with a computer and their different
conventions for touching and seeing a screen.”
— Jonathan Tripp ‘18
30
Students conduct real research in Compton
Science Center’s modern labs.
31
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF CHARM.
It doesn’t matter how you get
to Frostburg and begin your
experience – just that you do.
You’ll feel at home in Frostburg.
Frostburg, Maryland, population about 9,000, is a vibrant small town with a bustling main street district.
Within walking distance from campus are numerous cafés, restaurants, pizza shops, and convenience
and specialty stores. Free shuttle buses take you to nearby shopping malls and other attractions.
NEW YORK
P E N N S Y LVA N I A
NEW
JERSEY
OHIO
MARYLAND
WEST
VIRGINIA
D E L AWA R E
From Baltimore and east: take I-70 west to I-68
west (Exit 1a) at Hancock, MD. Proceed to the
second exit for Frostburg, Exit 33. Bear right onto
Midlothian Road and proceed about 1 mile to the
main entrance to the FSU campus.
From Morgantown, WV, and west: take I-68 east
to Exit 33. Turn left onto Midlothian Road and
proceed about 1 mile to the main entrance to
the campus.
Finding the Admissions Office
On Midlothian Road, you will pass the
Appalachian Laboratory, the University Drive
entrance, Bobcat Stadium and the Cordts P.E.
Center, all on the left. Turn left at the arched
campus gateway and make an immediate right.
The building on your left is Pullen Hall. Park in
the designated spaces for Admissions Office
guests. Enter through the glass doors.
VIRGINIA
Frostburg is a little over two hours from
Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Pittsburgh.
Driving Times to FSU
Baltimore, MD
Hagerstown, MD
Harrisburg, PA
Johnstown, PA
Morgantown, WV
New York, NY
Norfolk, VA
Philadelphia, PA
Pittsburgh, PA
Richmond, VA Salisbury, MD
Somerset, PA
Washington, DC
32
2 1/2 hrs.
1 hr.
2 hrs.
1 hr.
1 hr.
6 hrs.
6 hrs.
4 1/2 hrs.
2 hrs.
5 hrs.
5 hrs.
3/4 hr.
2 1/2 hrs.
Frostburg State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Institution. Admission shall be determined without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap. FSU is committed to making
all of its programs, services and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. To request accommodation through the ADA Compliance Office,
call 301.687.4102 or use a Voice Relay Operator at 1.800.735.2258.
FSU is a smoke-free campus.
FSU’s annual security report and graduation rate statistics can be found at
www.frostburg.edu.
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY: ONE UNIVERSITY. A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.
ONE UNIVERSITY.
A WORLD OF YOU!
What do I do next?
Call!
Apply!
Visit!
We’d be happy to talk with you and answer any
questions you might have about college. Call the
Office of Admissions at 301.687.4201 to speak
to one of our admissions counselors.
Apply online at www.gobobcats.frostburg.edu.
If you want a paper copy, please call the Office of
Admissions at 301.687.4201.
Don’t just take our word for it. Experience
Frostburg yourself. Visitors are welcome
year-round. Call the Office of Admissions at
301.687.4201 at least a week before your visit
and we’ll schedule a tour especially for you.
For fall admission, you are encouraged to
apply no later than February 1 for priority
scholarship and housing consideration.
If you want to start in the spring,
we encourage you to apply by December 1.
Frostburg also has open houses on several
weekends a year (see dates below) where you’ll
get to speak with FSU students and faculty, tour
the campus, attend an athletic event (schedule
permitting), and learn about many more options
that will introduce you to Frostburg.
Open House Dates
Fall 2016:
September 17
October 15
November 12
December 3
OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY
101 BRADDOCK ROAD
FROSTBURG, MD 21532-2303
301.687.4201
EMAIL: [email protected]
WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU
Spring 2017:
March 11
April 1
April 22
One University. A World of Experiences.
OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS
FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY
101 BRADDOCK ROAD
FROSTBURG, MD 21532-2303