FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY

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Francis Marion University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a mid-size city (in Florence, SC). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

4822 East Palmetto Street
Florence, SC 29506
Main Phone: (843) 661-1362
Web Site: www.fmarion.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 3,046 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 310 male students and 429 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 41.9% of the student body, while females made up 58.1%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (31)%, Hispanic (1)%, Asian (1)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 75.5% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 430. One quarter of students scored at least 515.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 430 or higher. One fourth of students scored 530 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Business And Management

Communications

Journalism

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

Engineering Technology And Technicians

Other Engineering Technology And Technician

English Language And Literature

General English Language

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Physical Sciences

Psychology

School Accreditation

Francis Marion University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Francis Marion University is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Francis Marion University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Peach Belt Athletic Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Credit for life experience
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 12,610
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 11,253
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 16,800

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

Secondary school rank is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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