Franklin and Marshall College
About Franklin and Marshall College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Franklin and Marshall College is a private liberal arts college in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Selective with a 36% acceptance rate, it offers programs in economics, business, political science, and the sciences, with a collaborative research culture and a historic campus.
Founded
1787
Location
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Students
1,799
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
28.2%
Very selective
Graduation Rate
83.8%
Above national average
Tuition
$70,794
Per year
Avg Net Price
$36,425
After financial aid
SAT Average
1392
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$76,124
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
About 4 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$60
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 15
Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28.2% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1392 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1392/ 1600
ACT Scores
31/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
83.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
90.2%
4-Year Grad
78%
6-Year Grad
83%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
78.7%
$/Student
$20.6K
Class Size
Small
78% of students graduate on time, and 78.7% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$70,794
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,188
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$85,776
After Financial Aid
$36,425
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,321
Receive Grants
15.8%
Take Loans
44.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $85,776/yr, including $16,188 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $36,425.
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 Franklin and Marshall College fund their education.
While in School
15.8%
Get Grants
Free money
44.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$84,574
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $19,000 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 Franklin and Marshall College.
Gender
51.4%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,799
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
19.5%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 19.5% are first-generation college students. 17% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,799
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Franklin and Marshall College fields 17 varsity teams with 727 student athletes, about 40% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Centennial
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
17
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
727
40% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
452
Men
275
Women
14
Men's Teams
14
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Franklin and Marshall Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$76,124
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$44K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$65K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Behavioral Sciences
$38K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Mathematics
—
45 grads
Economics
$53K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
$46K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $63K at six years, $56K at eight, and $76K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.