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Colleges / Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Tallahassee, FL 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate35%

FAMU Academics

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University requires at least 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 55% of students who start college at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Are Required At Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer Yes

Reminder: Check with Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

When choosing a major, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University false.Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University


Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, check with the school directly.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Require Internships?

🟨 Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University


Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Library

The main library on campus is the Samuel H. Coleman Memorial Library and there are 4 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

FAMU offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•Occupational Therapy, Architecture, Pharmacy

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

9,000

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

35%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$4,694

Out-of-State

$16,640

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

May 1
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