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Why F&M? Current Students Share

What calls students to Franklin & Marshall’s campus? 

“I knew I’d be challenged here, but I also knew that I would be supported and inspired here,” said Emily Harris ’27.

As we inch closer to F&M’s early decision deadline on Nov. 15, students cite these reasons – and many others – when they share why F&M felt like the right college fit.

“My college counselor used the phrase, ‘Big fish, small pond,’ when describing F&M. The small class sizes provide opportunities to make connections with other students and professors.”

India Freeman ’27

“F&M stood out to me as a close-knit community that valued intellectual curiosity, experiential learning, and close relationships between students and faculty.”

William Gerber ’26

“I knew F&M alumni who spoke at length about the community... Despite their different backgrounds and class years, they all belonged to sections of campus that felt like home to them. Now it feels like home to me.”

Kelvin Lartey ’27

“I chose to attend F&M because of the close-knit community, as well as the rigorous course load. I knew that attending F&M would give me the best preparation for my future research endeavors and career.”

Juliana Scheick ’26

“As an international student, I appreciated F&M's supportive and inclusive environment, which fosters a strong sense of community and encourages intellectual curiosity.”

Gurlin Kaur ’26

“The vibrant people at F&M – coupled with their incredible talent in the government department – convinced me to take the plunge and upend myself to Lancaster from Los Angeles. Nothing can replace the culture of scholarship and integrity we share at this wonderful college.”

Richie Dockery ’26

“F&M has many opportunities for students to study off campus, which enables students to learn in a different type of experiential environment.”

Alissa Lalbeharry ’27

“The small class sizes and supportive environment make it easy to connect with people, explore different opportunities, and grow both academically and personally.”

Nancy Nguyen ’26

“I’ve been able to combine my interests in mathematics, computer science and social impact through research and faculty mentorship.”

Sergio Marin ’26

“What truly drew me in was the liberal arts education. The opportunity to freely explore different disciplines excited me, and the ability to receive a broad and well-rounded education really stood out to me.”

Emily Harris ’27

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