College of Micronesia-FSM (COM-FSM)
Public two-year college in Pohnpei, FM that costs an average of $6,844 a year after financial aid, admits 87% of applicants and graduates 22% of full-time students.
Public1,729 undergraduates
Cost of COM-FSM
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $10,442 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $5,050 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $4,263 |
| Books and supplies | $1,600 |
| Average net price after aid | $6,844 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $6,840 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $6,985 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with COM-FSM's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 87% |
|---|---|
| Test scores | Neither required nor recommended |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 22% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 40% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $27,913 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $27,928 |
| Rank in Micronesia (earnings) | 1st of 1 similar colleges |
| Students with Pell grants | 68% |
| Students with federal loans | 0% |
Majors and programs at COM-FSM
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (2)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 32 | — | — |
| Education | 25 | — | — |
Certificate programs (18)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | — | — | — |
| Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other | 51 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | — | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | 6 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | 3 | — | — |
| Carpenters | 4 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | 9 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 9 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 21 | — | — |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | 11 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | 8 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 8 | — | — |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies | 12 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | 31 | — | — |
| Public Health | — | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 52 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 3 | — | — |
| Woodworking | — | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (17)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | 25 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | 5 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | 54 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 34 | — | — |
| Culinary, Entertainment, and Personal Services, Other | — | — | — |
| Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis | 45 | — | — |
| Education | 94 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | — | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 40 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 32 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 18 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 109 | — | — |
| Marine Sciences | 27 | — | — |
| Public Health | 11 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 31 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, Other | — | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | — | — | — |
About COM-FSM
| Type | Public two-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | Pohnpei, FM |
| Undergraduates | 1,729 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges |
| Website | comfsm.fm ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is COM-FSM's acceptance rate?
College of Micronesia-FSM admits 87% of applicants.
How much does COM-FSM cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $10,442 a year (tuition and fees: $5,050). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $6,844 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $6,840.
How much do COM-FSM graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $27,928 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 1st of 1 similar colleges in Micronesia.
What is COM-FSM's graduation rate?
22% of full-time students graduate within 150% of the normal program length, and 40% of first-year students return for a second year.