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
May 29, 2025
‘Stay Curious’: Grads Give Best Advice to Incoming Class
We asked the latest graduates of F&M: If you could give one piece of advice to incoming students, what would that be? See their top tips.
May 15, 2025
Williamson Medalist Learns 'Growth Doesn’t Happen When We’re Comfortable'
Shayra Nunez, of New York City, is the 2025 recipient of the Williamson Medal, the College’s most prestigious award for student achievement. It has been awarded annually since 1922. She graduated summa cum laude as a joint major in business, organizations & society, and government. She received the medal at Franklin & Marshall’s Commencement May 10.
May 12, 2025
‘The Door is Inside You,’ Speaker Tells Class of 2025 at Commencement
As F&M graduates find their footing beyond campus, they need only to look inward. “The door is inside you,” said speaker Sandra Cisneros, addressing members of the Class of 2025 at their Commencement May 10.