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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Lancaster, PA

Franklin and Marshall College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$68,380

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

31.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

85.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$76,124

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Franklin and Marshall College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Lancaster, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $68,380, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 85.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing658 – 730
20025th–75th percentile800
Math640 – 730
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite29 – 32
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

31.8%

Transfer-Out Rate10.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$273,520

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$46,124

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$187,720

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$648,960

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Franklin and Marshall College is $19,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.7%
47.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
58.1%
International
17.2%
Hispanic
10.1%
Black
5.1%
Asian
4.9%
Two or more
3.6%
Unknown
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$68,380

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,331
$30k - $48k$18,539
$48k - $75k$26,954
$75k+$28,353

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$19,000
Pell Grant Recipients16.7%
Using Federal Loans44.2%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment84.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,555
Avg. Pell Grant$4,840
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,227
Avg. Institutional Grant$47,456
Students Receiving Grants63.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

85.0%

Success

85.8%

In-State Cost

$68,380

Age 25+ Students

0.2%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

299 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lancaster (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lancaster (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Lancaster

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$938

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,061

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,333

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Lancaster metropolitan area.