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Colleges / Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Tallahassee, FL 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate35%

FAMU Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. Around 35% of applicants get into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University each year. Out of 8,717 applications received in 2023, 3,076 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 5/1 and the application fee is $35.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's admissions stats.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 20.5%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 79.5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 52.9%
Waitlist No

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Yes November 1
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 5 1

Want to Apply Early to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?


Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1

Some students apply early to college to increase their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Admissions


Transferring to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

What does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Application Essay Very Important
Recommendation(s) Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
First Generation Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Important
Extracurricular Activities Important
State Residency Important
Talent/Ability Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered

Make sure to check with Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University for more information on admission factors.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Interview
Other Requirements audition for music major applicants
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

Students admitted to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 28.1% submitted a class rank. At Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 20.5% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 26.5% were in the top 25% and 82.6% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 22.9%
3.75 and 3.99 19.6%
3.50 and 3.74 22.3%
3.25 and 3.49 18.4%
3.00 and 3.24 10.8%
2.50 and 2.9 5.5%
2.00 and 2.49 0.5%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 79.5% of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 52.9% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

To be competitive with other Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1020 and 1140 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1140 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, you should strive to earn between 16.75 and 23.25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23.25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23.25, and three out of four students scored lower than 23.25 on the ACT.

A 16.75 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.75.

More Information on Transferring to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accept transfer credits?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is not test optional.

What is Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is 35%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

✅ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University offers early decision but the school has not provided an acceptance rate.

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FAMU Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

35%

How hard is it to get into FAMU? FAMU is a somewhat selective institution. The FAMU acceptance rate is 35%. This means that the institution accepts 35 out of every 100 applicants.

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FAMU Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

May 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Jun 15

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to FAMU is May 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to FAMU is Jun 15.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

FAMU SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1020 - 1140

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Math SAT Range

490 - 560

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Reading SAT Range

520 - 590

FAMU GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.65

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At FAMU, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.65. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

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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