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Your chances of getting into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

32.9%
Admission Difficulty for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very Easy 
Applicant Competition High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Florida A&M is 32.9%.  Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in Florida and the 124th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Florida A&M and can you get accepted?

Florida A&M is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,074 out of the 12,372 who applied were admitted.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.65. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 37% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.65 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1080 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Florida A&M GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.65

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Florida A&M are to have around a 3.65 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Florida A&M will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Florida A&M is 3.65 on the 4.0 scale. 23% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #15 in Florida for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 22.9% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.6% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 22.3% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.4% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 10.8% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.5% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.5% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Florida A&M SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1010-1150

Applicants Submitting SAT 

83%
SAT Scores for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 490
Composite 25th Percentile 1010
SAT Scores for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 590
Math 75th Percentile 560
Composite 75th Percentile 1150
Average SAT Score 1080

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Florida A&M is 1080 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1150. Students who get into Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers..  Florida A&M ranks #28 in the state of Florida for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1080 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Florida A&M regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 940, but scores this low are outside the normal range. A competitive SAT score is very important as 83 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1080 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1080, you have around a 33% chance of being admitted. A 1150 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 48% chance of getting in.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1150 and Above Good >48%
1080 to 1150 Avg + 33%-48%
1010 to 1080 Avg - 21%-33%
940 to 1010 Reach 12%-21%
Less than 940 Low <12%
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Florida A&M ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

50%
ACT Scores for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 23
Math 75th Percentile 22
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Florida A&M ?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Florida A&M is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 23.  The school ranks #30 in Florida for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 17.

50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Florida A&M for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 33% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 48% with a 23 ACT score.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >48%
21 to 23 Avg + 33%-48%
19 to 21 Avg - 21%-33%
17 to 19 Reach 12%-21%
Less than 17 Low <12%
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High School Class Rank

83% of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 20.5%
Top 25% of class 26.5%
Top 50% of class 83%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 8,947 3,425 12,372
Accepted 2,969 1,105 4,074
Acceptance Rate 33% 32% 33%
Enrolled 1,058 462 1,520
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 36% 42% 37%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

161

Applicants have 161 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on May 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is $35.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Florida A&M is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 3.65 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1080 on the SAT or 21 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1150 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=133650 IPEDS survey data for Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

Last updated February 24, 2024