Success Beyond F&M
A four-year degree from F&M is a passport to immediate success no matter which path
you choose. Here are a few data points of note regarding first destinations of our
graduates: 92% of the Class of 2024 were working or pursuing further studies within 6 months after
graduating. This is higher than the national average, which is typically in the mid-80%
range. $62K median starting salary of employed members of the Class of 2024 1 in 4 of recent F&M graduates are enrolled in master's or doctoral programsA Launchpad for Success
*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%.
An Investment That Secures Your Future
So, why choose F&M? It’s not just about dollars — it’s about sense. Discover how an
investment in F&M's premier liberal arts education is a wise and worthwhile investment
in your future.
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Graduates Furthering Their Studies
Learn more about the 1 in 4 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.
$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)
Discover Your Calling. Grow in Community.
F&M's liberal arts model is at the heart of our Center for Career and Professional Development: receiving targeted, expert guidance while exploring a wide range of post-graduate paths to discover your professional calling and develop the skills you need to succeed. To help you navigate this exploration and discovery, our career guidance is structured through “career communities” – dynamic groups aligned with specific industries that transform your aspirations into clear options, meaningful opportunities, and a network of support.
Learn more »Spotlighting Our Graduates’ Success
October 23, 2025
Alumni Gifts Endow Director Position for Klehr Center for Jewish Life
Franklin & Marshall College is pleased to announce that the directorship of the Klehr Center for Jewish Life has been endowed by a group of alumni, parents and friends in honor of Ralph S. Taber, who spent more than 34 years working to support student life at F&M.
October 16, 2025
Alumni Share Advice with Future Diplomats
We asked our alumni to share advice with students taking their first steps on campus during our Fall Open Houses. Their reflections offer a valuable insight into the transformative experience future Diplomats can expect at F&M.
October 7, 2025
Alumni Coaches Shape New Generation of Diplomats
Approximately 40% of F&M students compete in varsity sports. Some like it so much they return to lead the next generation of Diplomats. Meet the coaches who once represented F&M as student-athletes.