Franklin & Marshall College
Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA
Learn with purpose. Lead with impact.
Franklin & Marshall College offers an exceptional undergraduate experience for science and engineering students, blending rigorous technical training with the expansive critical thinking skills of a liberal arts education. Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the College provides an environment where innovation thrives and students are empowered to carve their own distinct paths.
Academic excellence and hands-on research
At F&M, your education is highly customizable. With an impressive 9-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, you will enjoy unparalleled access to leading experts. The College encourages students to engage in research right away. You will not have to wait for graduate school to use state-of-the-art instrumentation in the William M. Hackman Physical Sciences Laboratories. From exploring astrophysics in the campus observatory to studying ecology in the nearby Susquehanna River watershed, you will tackle real-world problems early in your academic career. For aspiring engineers, the College offers robust STEM advising to help you map out the perfect academic path for your career goals.
A vibrant campus community
Student life at the College centers around the unique College House system, blending residential living with academic discovery. It is the perfect place to find lifelong friends and engage in deep discussions. Beyond the residence halls, you can join numerous student-run clubs or explore the local culture in Lancaster. The city itself acts as an extension of the classroom, providing a dynamic living laboratory for science and environmental students.
Whether you want to design sustainable infrastructure, research artificial intelligence, or explore the cosmos, Franklin & Marshall College gives you the foundation, experience, and network to turn your ambitions into reality.
Dual-degree engineering programs
Want the best of both worlds? The College partners with four top-ranked engineering institutions—including Columbia University and Case Western Reserve University—to offer a distinctive dual-degree track. You can spend three to four years at F&M building a strong scientific foundation before transferring to a partner school. Ultimately, you will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts from F&M and a Bachelor of Science in your chosen engineering discipline from the partner institution, giving you a serious advantage in the field.
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#33 in Top Performers on Social Mobility | U.S. News & World Report, 2026 |
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#46 in Best Value Schools | U.S. News & World Report, 2026 |
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#35 in National Liberal Arts Colleges | U.S. News & World Report, 2026 |
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#33 in Best Undergraduate Teaching | U.S. News & World Report, 2026 |
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Our 220-acre campus is adjacent to a thriving small city of 60,000 residents. We are just 2.5 hours away from major metropolitan centers New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, DC.
A degree from F&M prepares you for your first destination after graduation and for a lifetime of career growth, opportunity, and leadership.
Our distinctive, leadership-focused liberal arts curriculum combines the enduring power of human-centered thinking with hands-on learning and cutting-edge undergraduate research. The impact of an F&M education is reflected strongly in our graduates’ outcomes, who go on to secure jobs with industry-leading employers, gain admission to top graduate school programs, and win prestigious fellowships across the country and around the world.
90%+
F&M alumni consistently employed or furthering their studies within 6 months after graduating (last 5 graduating classes)
Top 50
Colleges That Create Futures (Princeton Review)
80%
Acceptance rate to medical school (national average: 41.5%) (four-year average)
93%
Acceptance rate to law schools (national average: 68%) (three-year average of F&M students and alumni with 3.0+ GPA and 151+ LSAT score)
