Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
About Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida A&M University is a public historically Black university in Tallahassee, Florida. It is the largest HBCU in Florida and is known for its pharmacy, engineering, business, and journalism programs, along with its famous Marching 100 band.
Founded
1887
Location
Tallahassee, Florida
Students
9,005
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
20.6%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
53.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,785
Out-of-state: $17,725
Avg Net Price
$13,739
After financial aid
SAT Average
1107
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$44,349
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 5 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$35
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
Getting into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is competitive at 20.6%. Solid academics and well-crafted application materials give you the best shot.
SAT Scores
1107/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
89.2%
4-Year Grad
28%
6-Year Grad
55%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
99.8%
$/Student
$10.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 28% graduation rate is below average, but 89.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,785
In-State
$17,725
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,328
Books & Supplies
$1,138
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,970
After Financial Aid
$13,739
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,299
Receive Grants
54.3%
Take Loans
50%
The full cost of attendance is about $23,970/yr for in-state students, including $12,328 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $13,739. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,725.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University fund their education.
While in School
54.3%
Get Grants
Free money
50%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,781
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,548
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$250/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,548 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.
Gender
65.7%
Female
34%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,582
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,423
Graduates
36.6%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
8.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 66% of the student body. 36.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
7,582
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University fields 11 varsity teams with 365 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Mid-Eastern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
365
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
229
Men
136
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,349
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$28K
251 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
$30K
110 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$34K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
106 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$34K
102 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
100 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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