The Lasting Value of an F&M Education
An Investment in Your Future
While the sticker — or listed — price of F&M’s tuition, room and board is higher than
that of Pennsylvania’s flagship universities, it’s important to note that the vast
majority of F&M students receive financial aid that drastically reduces their final
tuition bill.
And when you compare the cost of F&M after financial aid is factored into the final
bill, students from working-class and middle-class families essentially pay the same
price to attend F&M as they would to attend a college like Penn State, Pitt or Temple.
So, why choose F&M?
Our graduates earn, on average, substantially more than graduates of those state universities
— to the tune of 20 percent more per year.
As you can see, it’s not just about dollars. It’s about sense.
A Launchpad for Success
Within six months after graduation, 92% of the Class of 2024 were either employed or furthering their education. This is higher than the national average, which is typically in the mid-80% range.
Let’s connect the dots and explore the numbers — as well as how your choice of a major
creates pathways to careers you may have never imagined.
Our knowledge rate of our graduates’ success is 92%. This means 92% of the Class of
2024 has informed us where they landed. The industry-standard response rate threshold
is 65%.
The following data is from PayScale. See F&M's full profile. $73,000 Early Career Salary (0-5 years of experience in chosen field) $147,200 Mid-Career Salary (10+ years of experience in chosen field)F&M Graduate Earnings Snapshot
Graduates Furthering Their Studies
Learn more about the F&M graduates who are furthering their studies or training.
Graduates in the Workforce
Learn more about the F&M graduates who are employed — by industry and by specific corporations and nonprofits.
Explore. Experience. Succeed.
True to our mission, the Center for Career and Professional Development at F&M engages students across all class years. Our enduring commitment to your success helps you launch careers in leading industries and gain admission to high-demand graduate and professional programs around the world. Explore how, as a first-year finding your path or as a senior on the cusp of graduating, you can benefit from the Career Center’s more than 200 programs and activities designed to launch you to success.
See what we offer »Spotlighting Our Graduates’ Success
July 29, 2025
Julia Dorf '24 Forges Her Future in Medical Innovation
At F&M, Julia Dorf ’24 immersed herself in hands-on research and formed a strong foundation of the skills she needed for her post-graduate role. “The opportunity to conduct research with professors at F&M was crucial in landing an entry-level position at NYU Langone Health,” she said.
July 24, 2025
Field Research Leads F&M Grad to Hawaiian Wildlife Refuge
Owen Sobel ’24 swapped soccer cleats for hiking boots to pursue a rewarding career in environmental field research and conservation. A former Diplomat midfielder, Sobel is now a U.S. Fish & Wildlife biological technician at Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge.
July 17, 2025
From Passion to Ph.D.: He Zhuo ’24 Found A Calling in Chemistry
Forging into the unknown to uncover new inspirations — that’s the Diplomat way. For He Zhuo ’24, this meant exploring different fields before discovering an unexpectedly acute interest in chemistry. Now, he’s pursuing a doctorate in chemistry at Vanderbilt University. “Majoring in chemistry at F&M provided me with a robust foundation in the subject,” Zhuo said.