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Franklin & Marshall College

Lancaster, PA

Private

4 Year

Website

Nestled in the picturesque city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Franklin & Marshall College stands as a beacon of academic excellence and vibrant student life. The college, known affectionately as F&M, has a rich history that dates back to its founding in the 18th century.
1,808
Students
28%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,808
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
None
Website
F&M offers a uniquely rigorous and intimate liberal arts education, empowering students to think critically and push boundaries in their intellectual pursuits. With a commitment to fostering a dynamic community, the college blends traditional values with innovative, forward-thinking approaches. The campus is a hub of cultural and extracurricular activities, supporting a diverse array of student interests. Renowned faculty, personalized attention in small class sizes, and a collaborative environment all come together to ensure that students are fully prepared to lead and make an impact in a global society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Franklin & Marshall College?

28% acceptance rate
Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1378
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
January 6
Early Decision / Early Action?
Yes

The most important factors Franklin & Marshall College considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Alumni/AE Relation
  • Application Essay

Financials

See what it costs to attend Franklin & Marshall College.

$ 92,470
Overall list price
$ 37,475
Average net price
$ 72,594
Merit Price™
Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Franklin & Marshall College?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Moderate
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Average
Average winter temp
35°
Average summer temp
73°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Franklin & Marshall College.

9:1
Student to faculty ratio
76%
4-year grad rate
84%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Franklin & Marshall are:

  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Behavioral Sciences

Demographics

Who attends Franklin & Marshall College?

43
States represented
50
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,808
Women
52%
Men
48%

Housing

What's it like living at Franklin & Marshall College?

$16,710
Room & Board
97
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does Franklin & Marshall College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $92,470 to attend Franklin & Marshall.

How many people attend Franklin & Marshall College?

1,808 people attend Franklin & Marshall. 1,808 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Franklin & Marshall College located?

Franklin & Marshall College is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is in a Suburb environment.

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