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Florida Memorial University - Miami Gardens,Florida

33%

Acceptance Rate

$11,232

Avg.Financial Aid

001486

FAFSA Code

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Florida Memorial University

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private
Private, Not-For-Profit
Acceptance Rate:
N/A
Level
4 Years
Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.
Baptist
Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.
SACSCOC
Website
www.fmuniv.edu
Student Population Number of Students attending College
1,189
On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?
Yes

Florida Memorial University is a private, Baptist university located in Miami-Dade, FL. Florida Memorial University covers an area of 44 acres. It was in 1879 when the Florida Memorial University was founded. Florida Memorial University believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Leadership, Character, Service and its official colors are royal blue & orange. In addition to over 1,050 undergraduate students, FMU also boasts of over 47 students in its postgraduate courses, taking the total enrollment to over 1,800. The school has a total of 138 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Around 60% of the students are females and 40% are males. Notably, Florida Memorial University is also home to an ethnically diverse student population. At FMU around 65% are Black or African American, 20% are Non-resident alien, and 7% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Moreover, around 90% of the students are 24 and under. The college has produced several notable alumni including Barrington Irving, Freddie Lee Peterkin, Harry T. Moore, and Sybrina Fulton in its 141 years of existence. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. FMU offers a total of 51 undergraduate and graduate programs, including both residential and online. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by AABI (Aviation Accreditation Board International), CSWE (Council on Social Work Education), NASM (National Association of Schools of Music), and SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools). Florida Memorial University has around $9 million in endowment.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Phone:

3056263600

Fax:

3056263769

Address

15800 NW 42 Avenue

Rankings

As long as US universities are concerned, the rankings which are provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere. Usually, the rankings of colleges/universities by Forbes and US News are considered trustworthy by applicants and experts. However, Florida Memorial University doesn't feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings of these two publications. Generally, the ranking of a university is a great way to gauge its performance on several factors like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, student experience, and academic success.

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
None
Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.
33%
SAT Range
N/A
SAT/ACT
Recommended
ACT Range
N/A
High School GPA
Required
Application Fee
$25
Accept Common App
None

Admission to FMU is moderately difficult. However, the university is selective in taking in students. Candidates are required to fill the form and submit a fee of $25, as part of the admission process at FMU. Securing a good score in a standardised test like SAT or ACT improves an applicant’s chances of securing admission. However, Florida Memorial University doesn’t focus much on standardised tests. Interestingly, the average SAT or ACT scores of students securing admission is not available. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 15800 NW 42 Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33054-6199, or call (305) 626-3600.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.
$15,806
Average Annual Cost
$12,576

Additional Costs:

Books And Supplies
$29,812
Other Fees
$2,960
Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.
$7,776
Budget For Other Expenses
$4,000

Total One Year Cost

$29,812

Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to FMU. The full-time cost of attendance is approximately $32,374 per year. The average annual tuition cost ($16,236), books and supplies ($2,500), room and boarding ($7,776), and budget for other expenses ($4,500) are all included in this cost. Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.

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Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Master's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

14:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

57%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

50%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

N/A

Faculty Overview

60%

Male Professors

40%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Student Body

Undergraduate Students

1,134

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

73%

Full-time / Part-time

94% / 6%

Students Gender

Male

40%

US National: 44%

Female

60%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

Unknown

Black

66%

Hispanic

Two or more races

Non Resident alien

17%

Asian

American Indian/Alaska native

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

High

Unknown Location

14%

Out Of State

56%

In State

30%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$48,350 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 55% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

Freshmen Live on Campus

55%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$4,270/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,274/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$3,274/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Lion

School Colors

royal blue, orange, and white

Varsity Athletics Association

NAIA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Not applicable

Total Male Athletes

Total Female Athletes

Intramural Sports

Sports Club

N/A

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Soccer

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Soccer

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

The university additionally offers an on-campus housing facility for students who wish to dwell nearby. At FMU, $7,776 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. Florida Memorial University has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at FMU costs around $3,274 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include mobile campus emergency alert. The university has enrolled around 40% male and 60% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$21,200/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$27,600/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$38,875 - $40,500

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$403 - $420

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

96%

Average Aid Per Year

$11,232

Students Receiving Federal Grants

77%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,755

Students Receiving State Aid

77%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,564

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

30%

Average Aid Per Year

$6,759

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$10,250

$30K - $48K

$9,500

$48K - $75K

$8,000

$75K - $110K

$5,454

> $110K

$4,833

As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at FMU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average financial aid at Florida Memorial University is around $6,116 and the federal grant is $5,867. The university provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $6,055 and institutional aid worth $6,116.

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