Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
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Consistently ranked as the nation's top public Historically Black College or University (HBCU), Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) in Tallahassee is best known for its rich heritage of academic excellence and its commitment to fostering social mobility. Prospective students can choose from highly competitive, signature programs, including prestigious offerings within the world-renowned School of Business and Industry (SBI), the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and a unique, joint College of Engineering shared with Florida State University. On campus, the student experience is defined by a vibrant, supportive community that comes to life during weekly "Set Fridays" social gatherings and the legendary halftime performances of the world-famous Marching "100" band. This distinctive blend of rigorous academics, deep cultural traditions, and high-impact research opportunities makes FAMU a premier destination for students seeking a transformative higher education experience.
Wikipedia:Florida A&M University (FAMU) is a public historically black land-grant university in Tallahassee, Florida, United States. Founded in 1887, it is the third-largest historically black university in the US by enrollment and the only public historically black university in Florida. It is a member of the State University System of Florida and is accredited to award baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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