Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University College Portrait
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Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Florida A&M University (FAMU) is an 1890 land-grant doctoral/research institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, resolution of complex issues and the empowerment of citizens and communities.
Florida A&M University provides a student-centered environment consistent with its core values. The faculty is committed to educating students at the undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional levels, preparing graduates to apply their knowledge, critical thinking skills and creativity in their service to society. FAMU’s distinction as a doctoral/research institution will continue to provide mechanisms to address emerging issues through local and global partnerships. Expanding upon the University’s land-grant status, it will enhance the lives of constituents through innovative research, engaging cooperative extension, and public service. While the University continues its historic mission of educating African Americans, FAMU embraces persons of all races, ethnic origins and nationalities as life-long members of the university community.
Living in the Rattler Community
Excellence with Caring
For more than 120 years, Florida A&M University has served the citizens of the State of Florida and the nation through its provision of preeminent educational programs. . .programs which were the building blocks of a legacy of academic excellence with caring. With the approaching dawn of the 21st century, FAMU, "Florida's Opportunity University," is committed to meeting the challenges and needs of future generations.
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2012?
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| Total Students | 12,057 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 10,053 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 6,146 | 61% |
| Men | 3,907 | 39% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 16 | <1% |
| Asian | 76 | 1% |
| African American / Black | 9,430 | 94% |
| Hispanic | 118 | 1% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | <1% |
| White | 324 | 3% |
| Two or More Races | 3 | <1% |
| International | 86 | 1% |
| Where do FAMU undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Florida | 83% |
| Other US States & Territories | 14% |
| Other Countries | 3% |
| How old are FAMU undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 22 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 11% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2012)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 18 - 22 | |
| Math | 17 - 22 | 430 - 520 |
| English | 17 - 23 | |
| Critical Reading | 430 - 520 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 36% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 74% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS GPA | 47% | |
| Average High School GPA (4-point scale) | 3.20 | |
| Percent who submitted High School GPA | 100% | |
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $19,317
Out-of-State & Other Costs
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The cost to attend Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
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Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- <1% of full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $0. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- <1% of full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $0. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2011 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
FAMU Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 19 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 51% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 83% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 550 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 46% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 82% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 73% |
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Campus-based Housing
94% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
27% of all undergraduates live on campus
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Campus Safety
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a full service law enforcement agency providing safety, security, and enforcement services to the university community. Its mission is promoting a safe environment through student and staff interaction with emphasis on integrity, fairness, and professionalism. The mission also embraces the University’s vision of enhancing humankind through the assurance of a quality University life in a stable environment, where security is balanced with freedom of movement and individual rights balanced with community needs. As a service entity, police officers safeguard lives and property, preserve the peace, and prevent crime through enforcement of all federal and state laws, city ordinances, as well as university rules and regulations falling under its jurisdiction.
Campus Crime Statistics
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Doctoral/Research Universities
- Size and Setting
- Large four-year, highly residential
- Enrollment Profile
- High undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Full-time four-year, inclusive
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Doctoral, professional dominant
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
Student Activities and Involvement at FAMU
Florida A&M University employs a number of tools designed to capture data on student experiences. The National Survey of Student Engagement is administered to Freshman and Senior students in three year intervals. NSSE was most recently administered to FAMU students during the Spring 2011 Semester. Results from the last administration of the survey (Spring 2011) are detailed below.
Each degree earning student is also required to complete the university Exit Survey before leaving the university. This survey provides faculty and administrators with university specific metrics that can be used to determine the effectiveness of specific processes and programs on campus. The Exit survey is administered three times annually at the end of each academic semester.
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 97.0% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 69.0% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 29.0% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 83.0% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 26.0% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 52.0% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 75.0% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 4.0% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 99.0% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 95.0% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 65.0% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 69.0% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 97.0% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 45.0% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 71.0% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 93.0% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 78.0% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 73.0% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 89.0% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 57.0% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 73.0% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 77.0% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 88.0% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Evaluation of Experiences
Survey Administration Process
Survey Information
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University in 2011-12 | |
|---|---|
| Associate's | 59 |
| Bachelor's | 1,470 |
| Master's | 270 |
| Doctoral | 331 |
| Total | 2,130 |
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| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2011-12 | |
|---|---|
| HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS. | 19% |
| BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES. | 14% |
| HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES. | 11% |
| SOCIAL SCIENCES. | 7% |
| PSYCHOLOGY. | 7% |
| Links to degree programs at Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University |
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Future Plans of Bachelor's Degree Recipients
Survey Administration Process
Student Success & Progress Rate
A 80% four-year success and progress rate means that 80% of students starting in Fall 2006 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
Counts for the Fall 2006 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 1,615 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 426 Full-Time Transfer Students
Success & Progress Rate Table
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2011 that returned for their second year: 80%