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ACCEPTANCE RATE

68.04%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

8

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$9,206

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Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Francis Marion University

601 E River Street, Anderson, SC

Francis Marion University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Florence, South Carolina and publically funded. Enrollment at Francis Marion University exceeds four thousand per year.

Areas of study available at FMU include:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1230 - 1560 on the SAT and between 17 - 22 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Francis Marion University. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Francis Marion University, with 33 percent of those accepted choosing to attend.

Tuition & fees at Francis Marion University vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $9,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs around $4,100 each year. Francis Marion University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The FMU Patriots participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Golf (NCAA Division II)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's http://www.fmarion.edu to view additional information.

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students Francis Marion University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Total enrollment at Francis Marion University is around 3,900 students. The student body is made up of 88% undergraduate students and 19% graduate students.

$11,800

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,800. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $41 application fee for those applying to a program. 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 range estimates:
    • In-State Tuition: $10,000-$12,000
    • Nonresident Student Tuition: $21,000-$24,920
  • Part-time students are charged:
    • State Residents: $520-$620 per credit unit
    • Nonresidents: $1,000-$1,200 per credit unit

Financial Aid Details

The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid100%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships99%$8,948
Receiving Student Loans91%$4,629
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Francis Marion University may offer services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care for children

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Art and Design Program
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
  • Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
  • Theatre Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

Francis Marion University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Basketball (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Track and Field (Peach Belt Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
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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.

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  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences

  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics and Statistics

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