Known for health sciences — excellent value
Francis Marion University is a public institution in Florence with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1039, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.6K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
43% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,888 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,451.
Established
1970
Mascot
Patriot
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas (CC)
Division
Division II
82%Acceptance
1039SAT Avg
2,640Students
12:1Student:Faculty
43%Grad Rate
$43,888Earnings 10yr
$13,451Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate82.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1039
Reading & WritingMid: 520
470590
MathMid: 505
430548
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 19
1723
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$11,160
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,544
Room & Board$8,898
Books & Supplies$1,198
Total Cost of Attendance$22,944
Average Net Price$13,451
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,670
$30–48K$12,892
$48–75K$15,205
$75–110K$17,514
$110K+$17,623
Programs (43)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,640
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%
Race & Ethnicity
White 47%
Black 38%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate42.7%
Freshman Retention69.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$36,304
8 Years$38,848
10 Years$43,888
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$33,400
Men
$42,500
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia