F&M Stories
Why F&M? Hear From Our Students
A sense of belonging. Faculty mentorship. Small, discussion-based classes. Experiential learning. A holistic education that doesn’t define you by your major.
As we inch closer to Franklin & Marshall College’s May 1 decision day for admitted applicants, students and recent alumni cite these reasons – and many others – when they reflect on why they chose to spend their undergraduate years at F&M.
Current Students
“The College provided me with a sense of belonging. The moment you attain the title
of ‘Diplomat,’ F&M becomes a family to you and everyone supports you.”
“I wanted stellar academics and a solid pre-health program.”
“F&M students strike a unique balance: They are brilliant, driven, hard-working people,
but also prioritize being friendly, welcoming and fun to be around.”
“I wanted a smaller school with a good community, and F&M just felt right.”
“I liked the idea of a small-city experience just far enough from home but not a flight
away, since I had only ever lived in New York.”
“I was looking for more of a small-school experience. I love smaller group interactions;
I think I would totally get lost in a lecture hall of a hundred people.”
“Financial aid and scholarships make going to a school like F&M possible for me. I've
always [felt] supported.”
“When I visited, everyone seemed so helpful and welcoming. I fell in love with the
campus and English program.”
Recent Alumni
– Lisbeth Marquez-Delgado ’21“It felt like a place committed to providing a holistic experience because the current
students highlighted that they felt their identities weren't defined by their majors.”
“I was able to pursue my interests, from carrying out research to leading clubs and
playing a varsity sport.”
“I chose to attend F&M because of its beautiful location, history and generous financial
aid. The community is very vibrant and diverse.”
“I knew that F&M could help me become a more holistic version of myself with many
priorities: school, sports, social life and study abroad.”
“Up until that point in my life, I felt very unseen. F&M was full of people who could
see the talents and the potential that I had.”
“I liked that students were close with their professors; I saw it as a chance to find
opportunities, like research, that most undergrads might not get at a bigger school.”
“I chose to attend F&M because of the financial aid I was awarded. As a first-generation
college graduate, this was crucial.”
If you’ve decided that F&M is the right fit for your educational journey, confirm
your place in the Class of 2029. Just go to your portal and submit your enrollment
agreement online.
Ready to Become a Diplomat?
From our College House system to an amazing alumni network, there are countless reasons
to call Franklin & Marshall College home for four years. See our top 10 reasons to
apply. Top 10 Reasons to Apply to F&M
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