Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) is a public, historically Black university located in Tallahassee, Florida. What distinguishes FAMU from other universities is its legacy of providing access to a high-quality, affordable education with programs and services that guide students toward successfully achieving their dreams.

Jan 8, 2025 · Tallahassee, Fla. – Florida A&M University (FAMU) announces alumnus Darryl Jones, Leon County School Board, District 3, will deliver the keynote address for the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation. The event is scheduled on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025 at 10:10 a.m. in Lee Hall Auditorium and will be livestreamed on YouTube.

Jan 20, 2025 · Tallahassee, Fla. – Due to expected inclement weather conditions from Winter Storm Enzo, Florida A&M University (FAMU) will be closed Jan. 21-22 for all students, faculty, staff and non-essential personnel on the Tallahassee, Quincy, and Crestview campuses for the entire day. This measure is being taken to ensure the safety and well-being of our community.

The Search for the 13th President of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. The Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) Board of Trustees has launched a national search for the university’s 13th president.

Our Colleges and Schools. At Florida A&M University, students receive a world-class education via our 14 colleges and schools, 54 bachelor's degrees, 29 master's degrees, three professional degrees, and 12 doctoral degrees, which prepare our scholars to be leaders in their chosen fields.

Dec 17, 2024 · TALLAHASSEE – Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) held its Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremonies on December 13-14 to celebrate the completion of bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees for more than 700 graduates. “As you prepare to leave the Highest of Seven Hills, carry with you the lessons you’ve learned, the friendships you’ve built, and the mentors ...

University Mission Statement. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) is an 1890 land grant, doctoral/research institution devoted to student success at the undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional levels.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University delivers the support you need to both apply what you’ve learned and challenge yourself.

Every university has a history, but few have a history as unique and impressive as ours. For more than 130 years, Florida A&M University has served the citizens of the State of Florida and the nation through its provision of preeminent educational programs...programs that were the building blocks of a legacy of academic excellence with caring.

FAMU has been providing academic excellence to students for more than a century. FAMU Online continues the tradition by providing academic programs delivered through distance learning technologies that balance an anytime, anyplace asynchronous approach with synchronous opportunities and engaging community building.