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Welcome! 🧡💚 This is your official space to connect with FAMU Admissions. Students, parents, counselors, and our entire FAMUly are invited!

Ask questions, get updates, and stay informed about deadlines, events, and the journey to becoming a Rattler! 🐍

08/16/2026

🐍🧡💚 WE’RE KICKING OFF THE DESTINATION FAMU SERIES IN SOUTH FLORIDA! 🌴✨

Registration is officially OPEN, and we’re bringing the Rattler experience straight to Miami! All Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach County students and families are welcome! See the “Upcoming Events” link in our bio!

At Destination FAMU, you’ll get an inside look at what it means to be a part of the FAMUly, including:

🎓 Academic Departments — Connect directly with faculty and representatives from across the university and get your questions answered about your major and academic journey.

🐍 Student Panel — Hear the REAL FAMU experience straight from current students and get the student perspective on campus life, academics, traditions and more!

👑 Meet the Royal Court — Get ready to meet FAMU’s newest royalty!

📝 Admissions & Financial Aid Presentations — Learn everything you need to know about becoming a Rattler and making your FAMU education a reality.

🎶 A Performance You WON’T Want to Miss! — prepare to be amazed by The FAMU Connection !

…and SO much more!

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ 9:30–11:30 AM | Doors open at 9:00 AM
📍 Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Miami Gardens

Join us for the FIRST stop of the Destination FAMU series, happening just 1 day before the legendary Orange Blossom Classic! 🏈🐍

Whether you’re a future Rattler, parent, counselor, or FAMU supporter, come experience FAMU firsthand! 💚🧡

08/01/2026

The 2027 application is officially OPEN! 🎉Your future as a Rattler starts today!🐍

🧡 FIRST-TIME FRESHMEN
Apply through the Common App

Freshman Application Checklist:
✅ Submit your application through the Common App.
✅ Request your official SAT, ACT, and/or CLT scores to be sent directly from the testing agency.
✅ Submit your official high school transcript.
✅ If you’ve completed dual enrollment coursework, submit official transcripts from every college or university attended.

💚 TRANSFER STUDENTS
Apply through the FAMU application located on the admissions website

Transfer Application Checklist:

12–30 Transfer Credits
✅ Submit your application.
✅ Submit official transcripts from every college or university attended.
✅ Submit your official high school transcript.
✅ Request your official SAT, ACT, and/or CLT scores to be sent directly from the testing agency.

31+ Transfer Credits
✅ Submit your application.
✅ Submit official transcripts from every college or university attended.
✅ Successfully complete English Composition I and a college-level mathematics course prior to enrollment.

✨You don’t have to wait until you have everything to apply…submit your application now while you work on sending your remaining documents.

Drop “🐍🐍🐍” in the comments if you’re ready to apply!

07/29/2026

🚨 Only 3 more days until the 2027 FAMU application opens! 🐍🧡💚

The countdown is on! Whether you’re a high school senior ready to make your college decision or a transfer student looking for your next opportunity, now is the time to get prepared.

🎓 Freshman Applicants ✅ Apply through Common App  📄 Submit your: • Official SAT, ACT, and/or CLT scores (FAMU is NOT test optional.) • Official high school transcript • Official dual enrollment transcripts, if applicable

🎓 Transfer Applicants ✅ Apply through the application on the FAMU Admissions website and submit all required college transcripts.

⭐ Apply Early! Merit scholarship recipients are selected from our Early Action applicant pool, and housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you aren’t quite eligible yet, don’t worry, your application may simply be deferred to a later admission term, giving you additional time to submit updated scores or transcripts…so apply! 🧡💚

The next journey to The Highest of Seven Hills starts on August 1st. We can’t wait to review your application and welcome the newest generation of Rattlers! 🐍🐍🐍

07/23/2026

The countdown is ON! 🧡💚

Application season is almost here, and we’re kicking things off with our first Virtual Information Session TOMORROW! 📅✨ With the application officially opening on August 1, now is the perfect time to learn everything you need to know about becoming a Rattler.

Whether you’re a future student, parent, school counselor, or a friend of FAMU, our Admissions team is here to answer your questions about the application process, admissions requirements, timelines, scholarships, and more.

Join us, get your questions answered, and take the next step toward becoming part of the FAMUly. Register using the link in our bio or via the admissions website. 🐍

Who’s ready for August 1? 👀💚🧡

06/19/2026

✊🏾❤️💚 Happy Juneteenth FAMULY!

Today, we honor freedom, resilience, and the rich history that continues to inspire generations!

In celebration, Florida A&M University and the Office of Admissions & Recruitment are closed today, June 19th, and will resume normal operations on Monday.

Use today to rest, reflect, and gather 🖤

06/12/2026

The newest Rattlers are officially on The Hill! 🐍🧡💚

Our first New Student Orientation of the summer kicked off yesterday, and the energy has been unmatched! From meeting future classmates and learning campus traditions to taking their first steps as FAMU students, our newest admitted students are already making memories that will last a lifetime.

We are so excited to welcome the Class of 2030 and can’t wait to see all of the amazing things you’ll accomplish here at FAMU!

📣 Incoming Rattlers: Have you registered for Orientation yet? 👀 Don’t wait, secure your spot today!

Already registered? Drop your Orientation date in the comments below ⬇️ You might just meet some future classmates before you even arrive on campus!

For all things Orientation, be sure to follow FAMU New Student Orientation

WelcomeToTheHill

06/02/2026

Future Rattlers, the countdown is on!

Fall 2026 transfer applications are due in just 2 weeks. If you’re planning to transfer to FAMU, be sure to submit your application by June 15 to be considered for admission.

Please note: The application deadline is not the same as the document deadline. Students will have an additional 2–3 weeks after June 15 to submit required documents such as official transcripts and other supporting materials.

Start your journey to The Hill today! 🧡💚🐍

05/29/2026

Did you know?👀
 The Eternal Flame was added to Florida A&M University’s campus in 1997 to honor Time Magazine naming FAMU the 1997–1998 College of the Year.

Burning day and night in the center of the Quad, the flame represents the drive, passion, and spirit that lives within every Rattler.💚🧡

Whether it’s students gathering between classes, capturing graduation memories, or simply passing through campus, the Eternal Flame remains a meaningful symbol of unity and Rattler pride.

05/19/2026

✈️ Next stop: THE HILL 🧡💚
Transfer orientation is officially boarding! Future Rattlers, your journey to Florida A&M University starts here. Whether you’re joining us this Summer or Fall, we can’t wait to welcome you to the highest of seven hills. 🐍
📍 Summer B Orientation: June 15 📍 Fall Session I: July 7 📍 Fall Session II: July 21 📍 Fall Session III: August 18
Register and get ready to connect,explore campus life, and step into the Rattler experience.

05/14/2026

🎉 You’ve been admitted… now it’s time for the next steps! 🧡💚🐍

We’ve loved seeing so many admitted Rattlers already securing their spots, signing up for orientation, and preparing for move in season! If you haven’t completed your next steps yet, this is your reminder to get started now. 👀

✅ STEP 1: Submit your $150 enrollment deposit to secure your spot and unlock your next steps
• Summer B admitted students: deposit deadline is TOMORROW, May 15
• Fall admitted students: deposit deadline is May 29

✅ STEP 2: Register for orientation through your application portal
Orientation is MANDATORY for all incoming freshmen

✅ STEP 3: Complete your housing application and submit your $200 housing deposit
Incoming freshmen are required to live on campus and housing assignments are already starting to go out! 👏🏾

Your FAMU experience is getting closer by the day and we can’t wait to welcome the newest class of Rattlers to the Highest of Seven Hills! ✨🐍

Questions about orientation or housing? Reach out to and for more information!

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1735 Althea Gibson Way, STE 207
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Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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http://Admissions.famu.edu/

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