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Overview
Francis Marion University is a public institution focused on liberal arts education. It is located in Florence, South Carolina, and is one of the most affordable colleges in the state. FMU has several partnerships with international colleges and students can study abroad in Germany, France, Ireland, and Canada, plus many more. A majority of students choose to study biology, psychology, or nursing.
Acceptance Rate:
83%
Average Net Price:
$12,742
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.9
Average ACT Composite
18
Average SAT Composite
1002
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $11,170 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $21,544 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $8,898 |
| Books and Supplies | $1198 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
66%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
45%
Average Aid Per Year
$10,108
45%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,295
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,956
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
57%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,992
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,134
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$267
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
18%
Submitting ACT
21%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 18
Average SAT Composite: 1002
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
4,045
Total Number of Undergrads
3,635
0
100
23%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
44%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
45
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
43%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Patriots
School Colors
red, white, and blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$36,900
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI have learn a lot of different things at FMU, from academics to personal life. I have learned how important and high level education is and I have learned that everyone is not your friend. Education is something that no one can take away from you. With a high-level education and what old people call STREET SMARTS, you will be able to survive life in this terrible economy. Also when it comes to personal life, just because people smile in your face and act like they are your friend(s), they can turn out to be back stabbers. The same way teens and older students treat you in college is the same way people could treat you at your full time job later on in life.
Shauntavia from North Charleston, SC
Francis Marion University is located in the small city of Florence, South Carolina, where there are limited things to be distacted from. Francis Marion University is an easy school to get into but a not so easy school to get out. This college requires you to work hard and appreciate education.
Kris from MT Pleasant, SC
overall this is a very good school, with helpful professors. i give the school 8 out of 10.
Shunia from Columbia, SC
Francis Marion University has some of the best teachers in the Nation. Besides the awesome teachers there is free assistance everywhere you look.
Austin from Myrtle Beach, SC
They have a great Nursing Program (which is my major) and you will definitely learn a lot while being here
De'aundrice from Ridgeway, SC
The classes are all design to help us. If we need more assistance there is free tutoring services offered! I love that. Students should take advantage of this opportunity.
Bianca from Salley, SC
FMU is a great school on the academic and social level. I've made some great friends here. I am also a student athlete so I saw both sides of the spectrum.
Julian from Darlington, SC
Francis Marion University if a very prestigious college. It has a great environment, and the learning environment it superb. Francis Marion University gets two thumbs up!
Olivia from Barnwell, SC
great college tuition
Kiara from Lake View, SC
Francis Marion University is a place that passionately cares about the education of students. It is a place where the professors will never give up on a student. I enjoy taking classes as Francis Marion University because they are not only educating but fun as well! Can you believe that!? I could not see myself attending any other college other than Francis Marion University.
L'Ariel from Hartsville, SC
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