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Franklin and Marshall

Acceptance rate
28
%
ACT middle 50%
30
–
33
Applications
9881
Undergraduates
1808

Overview

Franklin & Marshall College, located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a nationally recognized liberal arts institution known for its rigorous academics, hands-on learning experiences, and strong faculty-student connections, boasting a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The college offers a wide range of programs and unique Leadership Fellows initiatives in areas such as public service, entrepreneurship, creative writing, environmental leadership, and AI innovation, each providing substantial scholarships and mentorship opportunities. F&M emphasizes experiential learning, with students engaging in research, internships, and fieldwork from their first year, supported by facilities like the vivarium and partnerships with organizations such as Yale and NASA. The college is committed to accessibility through its Commonwealth Commitment, offering tuition-free education to qualifying Pennsylvania residents and meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for all students. With a vibrant campus life, a strong tradition in the arts and athletics, and a location in the culturally rich city of Lancaster, F&M prepares students to become purpose-driven leaders ready to shape the future across multiple careers.

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Admissions Information

Applications received
9881
Students admitted
2785
Acceptance rate
28
%
Undergraduate enrollment
1808
Admissions data:
2024-25
·
IPEDS (HD2025, IC2025, ADM2024, DRVEF2024)

Test Scores

Middle 50% scores
25th percentile
75th percentile
SAT Reading & Writing
660
730
SAT Math
650
733
ACT Composite
30
33
Students submitting SAT
25
%
Test policy

Application Information

Regular deadline
15-Jan-27
Early deadline
Early Decision: Nov 15, 2026; Early Decision II: Jan 15, 2027
Accepts the Common Application
Yes
College Board code
2261

Characteristics

School type
Liberal Arts
Setting
City: Small
Undergraduate size
<2,500
Athletics
Division III
Intercollegiate
Intramural
Club
Competitiveness
Competitive

Contact information

Address
PO Box 3003, Lancaster, PA 17604
Phone
(717) 291-3951

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