Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU)
Public four-year university in Tallahassee, FL that costs an average of $15,220 a year after financial aid, admits 21% of applicants and graduates 61% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$15,220
Acceptance rate
21%
Graduation rate
61%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$52,104
HBCUPublicMidsize city7,582 undergraduates
Cost of FAMU
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $25,045 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $5,785 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $17,734 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $13,152 |
| Books and supplies | $1,138 |
| Average net price after aid | $15,220 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $12,635 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $12,485 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $14,523 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $19,477 |
| $110,001+ | $22,179 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with FAMU's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 21% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,107 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 520–610 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 510–570 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 20–24 |
| Test scores | Required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 61% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 89% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $42,217 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $52,104 |
| Rank in Florida (earnings) | 35th of 61 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $17,500 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $199 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 58% |
| Students with federal loans | 51% |
Majors and programs at FAMU
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (50)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | 20 | $74,696 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 34 | $65,752 | $20,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 120 | $63,452 | $16,113 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 88 | $63,301 | $17,502 |
| Architecture | 6 | $52,410 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 248 | $52,145 | $19,802 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 68 | $50,179 | $17,125 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 47 | $49,238 | $12,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 52 | $42,718 | $19,355 |
| Journalism | 94 | $42,515 | $19,000 |
| Political Science and Government | 110 | $39,981 | $18,705 |
| Agriculture | 63 | $37,843 | $22,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 68 | $37,796 | $16,281 |
| Sociology | 37 | $37,355 | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 232 | $37,268 | $22,270 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 206 | $36,924 | $17,780 |
| Social Work | 97 | $34,783 | $15,000 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 514 | $33,255 | $18,350 |
| Psychology | 244 | $32,867 | $15,000 |
| Biology | 206 | $29,888 | $18,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts | 51 | $29,271 | $19,334 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 18 | $27,306 | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management | 17 | — | — |
| Agricultural Engineering | 9 | — | — |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | 74 | — | — |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | 7 | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering | 5 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 24 | — | $11,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 16 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering | 18 | — | — |
| Economics | 13 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 10 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 12 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 17 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 11 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 4 | — | — |
| Food Science and Technology | 18 | — | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | — | — | — |
| History | 6 | — | — |
| Industrial Engineering | 20 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 7 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 16 | — | — |
| Music | 33 | — | $18,500 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 14 | — | — |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | 10 | — | — |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | 5 | — | — |
| Physics | 1 | — | — |
| Social Sciences | — | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 43 | — | $13,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 20 | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 36 | — | — |
Master's degree programs (28)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 104 | $68,302 | $26,672 |
| Public Health | 42 | $55,674 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 20 | $52,842 | — |
| Social Work | 45 | $48,871 | $32,500 |
| Social Sciences | 46 | $47,534 | $20,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 37 | $38,761 | — |
| Agriculture | 14 | — | — |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | 21 | — | — |
| Architecture | — | — | — |
| Biology | 7 | — | — |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | 2 | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering | 2 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 2 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering | 4 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 27 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 11 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 10 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 2 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 2 | — | — |
| Industrial Engineering | 11 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 8 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 6 | — | — |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | 12 | — | — |
| Physics | 3 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 17 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 37 | — | $61,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 22 | — | — |
| Systems Engineering | 2 | — | — |
Doctoral degree programs (12)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | — | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering | 2 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering | 8 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 16 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 1 | — | — |
| Industrial Engineering | 3 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 11 | — | — |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | 16 | — | — |
| Physics | 6 | — | — |
| Public Health | 9 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | — | — | — |
Professional degree programs (3)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | 181 | $106,854 | — |
| Law | 212 | $62,774 | $102,642 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 49 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
Similar colleges in Florida
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Florida | Pensacola | $9,443 | 58% | $52,902 |
| University of North Florida | Jacksonville | $11,689 | 53% | $59,626 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | Fort Myers | $11,555 | 63% | $59,401 |
| University of Florida-Online | Gainesville | $4,336 | 61% | $78,456 |
| Florida Atlantic University | Boca Raton | $10,394 | 66% | $61,062 |
| Florida State University | Tallahassee | $8,605 | 24% | $68,225 |
| Florida Polytechnic University | Lakeland | $11,278 | 58% | — |
| University of Florida | Gainesville | $5,969 | 24% | $78,456 |
About FAMU
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Tallahassee, FL |
| Setting | Midsize city |
| Undergraduates | 7,582 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Website | famu.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is FAMU's acceptance rate?
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University admits 21% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students average 1,107 on the SAT.
How much does FAMU cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $25,045 a year (tuition and fees: $5,785 in-state, $17,734 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $15,220 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $12,635.
How much do FAMU graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $52,104 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 35th of 61 similar colleges in Florida. The best-paid bachelor's program is construction engineering technology/technician ($74,696 a year after graduation).
What is FAMU's graduation rate?
61% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 89% of first-year students return for a second year.