FAMU is a public historically black institution located in Tallahassee, Florida. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Florida. Approximately thirteen thousand students are enrolled yearly at FAMU.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Social Sciences
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to FAMU have an SAT score in a range of 1280 to 1530, or an ACT score between 18 to 22. This school has an admissions rate of about 48% of which only 52% chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at famu.edu.
Tuition & fees at FAMU vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $5,700 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 annually. Student housing is available for students and costs about $5,400 each year. Some students at FAMU may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
FAMU offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who would like to see more about Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University can visit their website at http://www.famu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants FAMU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has a total student population of about 9,900. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 16% enrolling as graduate students and 82% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State: $3,200-$3,800
- Out-of-State: $15,000-$17,430
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $190-$230 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $590-$700 per credit unit
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 96% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $9,107 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 72% | $6,440 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University may provide services to students including:- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
- Child care
Graduation Rates
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has an overall graduation rate which is around 41%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 12% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 18% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 12% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University - College of Law
- Law Program
- * Accredited by the American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar (since 2009)
Campus: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-AA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Football (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (B, M)
- Agricultural Business (B)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B, M)
- Information Technology (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Student Counseling and Personnel Services (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Social Science Teacher Education (B)
- Physical Education (B)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
- Science Teacher
- Music Teacher Education
- Mathematics Teacher Education
Engineering
- Industrial Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D)
- Computer Engineering (B)
- Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Bioengineering (B)
- Electrical Engineering (B)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B)
- Biomedical Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Construction Engineering Technology (B)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health Services (B)
- Pharmacy (D)
- Nursing (B, M)
- Healthcare Administration (B, M)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Occupational Therapy (M)
- Public Health (D, M)
- Medical Records Administrator (B)
- Respiratory Therapy (B)
- Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration (D)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Interdisciplinary Studies (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, D)
- Environmental Studies (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Community Psychology (M)
- School Psychology (C)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (M)
- Sports Medicine (B)
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Social Science (M)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.
- Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL (2 miles away)
- Valdosta State University in Valdosta, GA (66 miles away)
- Albany State University in Albany, GA (80 miles away)
- Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus, GA (113 miles away)
- Troy University in Troy, AL (137 miles away)
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