FAMU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 20.56%. Very selective, indicating a competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1100. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $5,785
- Out-of-State Tuition: $17,725
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at FAMU:
- Total Enrollment: 9,313, including 357 online students
- 7,890 Undergraduate, 1,423 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 34.5% men, 65.5% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 53%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 22%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 89%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 104 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 43 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
FAMU Overview
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) is a four-year, public school located in Tallahassee, FL. It is a historically black college/university. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The FAMU's tuition & fees is $5,785 for Florida residents and $17,725 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 74% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,096.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,313 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
FAMU's acceptance rate is 20.56% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 30.55%. The median SAT score is 1100 and the ACT score is 22.
FAMU ranked 219th in National Universities and 18th in Florida Colleges rankings. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is $5,785 for in-state students and $17,725 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $9,876 for in-state students and $24,669 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $5,785 for Florida residents and $17,725 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,876 for Florida residents and $24,669 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,785 | $17,725 |
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| Graduate | $9,876 | $24,669 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $5,785 | $17,725 |
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| Graduate | $9,876 | $24,669 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at FAMU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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