FMU Description

Francis Marion University (FMU), a private four-year school in Florence, South Carolina, has been recognized as a top-tier southern university by U.S. News and World Report.

Academics at FMU encompass 40 areas of study, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees and pre-professional studies.

Housing a college of liberal arts, a school of business, a college of nursing and a school of education among others, FMU grants bachelor’s and master’s degrees including a master’s of Business Administration and a master’s in Psychology.

Student life provides numerous and varied opportunities for students to cultivate talents, leadership ability and a social life. FMU’s campus life features over 60 student organizations as well as athletic teams, community service groups, arts opportunities and campus events and lectures.

Residence halls and on-campus apartments give students the chance to get as deeply involved in campus activities as they would like.

Admission requirements vary depending on whether one is an incoming freshman, transfer, graduate or second-degree student. Some of the required materials include a high school diploma or GED, a record of strong academic performance and standardized tests.

Financial aid and payment plans are available to assist with tuition and other fees for those who qualify.

Quick Facts

Location

Southeast

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Patriots

Website

www.fmarion.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$7,960

Out-of-State Tuition

$15,585

Selectivity

Highly Selective

Enrollment

3,957

FMU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
3,468
Freshman Class
794
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
3,957

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
87%
Graduate
13%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
99%
Part-Time
1%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
95%
Out-of-State
5%

Gender of Students

Women
68%
Men
32%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
46%
Caucasian
48%
Other
6%

Students State Origin

South Carolina
95%
Other
5%

International Students

International
1%
Domestic
99%