Florida A&M University

College of love and charity!
I love this place and have been in love since the first day I stepped on this campus (summer of 2000). This is the Mecca of HBCU’s and can’t nobody put a price on the experience that comes with the name and time that passes here. I want to see this University to continue striving for the highest and never settle.
Once a rattler always a rattler…
STRIKE!

Not where they use to be but a big improvement. I liked how they gave the university a face lift but it still doesn’t hide the enteral problems. Like i stated before the university as a whole has improved. Parking can be a problem especially since the gravel and parking lot behind it is the primary parking area it’s far from a lot of classes. There’s parking at the stadium but that’s a good walk as well. I’m excited to seethe future of FAMU

My son graduated today Summa Cum Laude from Florida A &M. He has transformed academically and in many other ways. During his time there, We had our frustrations and dealt with the media storm surrounding the Robert Champion tragedy. I think the Champion situation sparked numerous positive changes on campus and my son benefited. He’s headed on to even greater things and a bright future thanks to FAMU. The graduation ceremony was impressive and inspiring.

I just recently returned to the university to accompany my sister for her 3 day orientation with the school of Pharmacy at FAMU. I must say that the administration has improved and I knew I needed to post an updated review regarding my recent experience. I want to personally thank Mr Norton in the school of pharmacy and Mrs. Oneal and Ms Rose in the office of recruitment and scholarships, also Ms. Jones in the housing office. These particular employees are awesome, they went the extra mile or should I say the extra several miles to assist my sister and I in completing all of her necessary requirements for each dept and even assisted with finding additional funding options for her tuition and fees. The school does have alot more options to offer students and since my son started last year they have made several improvements and additions to the campus. They have and are still renovating different resident halls and made top of the line additons to the recreation center. I can truly say that as a parent I am proud of the success and constant improvements they are making and I can honestly say that our money is being spent wisely, I can definitely see where and how it is being applied back into the university. However, the financial aid staff still have a milestone to go in improving their attitudes and the way they actually handle students in person and the over the phone. I would definitely advise everyone to always make copies of anything submitted and keep for your personal records to eliminate some of the frustration on your part because they will loose it, but hey you can have that problem with any college or university. Overall, FAMU is still a great school in my book and is still one of the best HBCUs in the nation!

First let me say this place has A LOT of issues BUT has a WHOLE LOT OF OPPORTUNITIES. The administration is extremely unorganized with SOME students, faculty, and staff. There are those that don’t share information and this sucks and is a detriment to the students. No one knows anything because the one person that does know– doesn’t share the information and is not readily available. I sometimes feel this is the biggest life test ever. Network your ass off to figure out when everything is happening.
As a learning institution FAMU takes in a lot of students that point blank period would not be accepted at any other university. This does not speak to EVERY one — but it’s a large percentage. This is a GREAT thing. FAMU is known to (excuse my words) take nothing and make it into something. But this has changed. Many students are walking out or graduating with very little more then the started. It’s the faculty’s job to bring these students up to level of what will later be their competition. These issues are mostly seen in general education areas. But among Nursing, Pharmacy, Business, and Engineering I would rank FAMU high — even in comparison to the school across the tracks. And FAMU is most definitely the BEST among HBCU’s. But I believe FAMU can do much more for it’s students.
Finally, there is no other place that will give you the home feeling like FAMU and Tallahassee. The city is not just academics. You get a great band, many organizations, fraternities/​sororities, the capital at your door steps and just hours away from Atlanta, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Panama City. Stop into the library then hit the SET. You get it all and see it all. All Florida A & M university is FAMUly.

Horrible administration, yes. Unfortunately I’ve learned that is an epidemic at many institutions of higher learning. I wouldn’t however trade what I’ve learned, the people I’ve met, and experiences shared for anything. I won’t let the mishaps of the financial aid office or other administrative errors (and trust me there were many) stop me from recommending this school to others. FAMU has one the best business programs, engineering programs, and pharmacy programs in the country. The traditions and prestige among HBCUs is second to none. The best marching band on the planet to boot. I’ve lived in many cities throughout my life and have been on many campuses and none compare to the feeling of Fam. That feeling of being home. That feeling of knowing that you’re walking the same steps of some of the most successful Black Americans in the country. My friendships and memories that FAMU has provided me won’t be diminished because of a poor administration. I recommend FAMU to anyone. You may not take any lumps from the administration (highly unlikely) but if you do and you survive to tell about it, you’ll be stronger for it. FAMU GRAD 07

Cool academics, but TERRIBLE administration… no other way to put it. It’s my school and it’s gonna be my Alma Mater, but I can’t in good conscience recommend this school to anyone. I’ve had ppl ask me about going to FAMU and I advise them not to. The Marching 100 is the best band ever, and the students are great. I wish I could be proud of my school once I graduate, but I can’t :-(