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Early Decision Day Gives Glimpse of Campus
Members of Franklin & Marshall College’s Class of 2029 won’t arrive on campus until late August, but early decision students enjoyed an advance glimpse of campus March 28. Early Decision Day celebrated students who identified F&M as their top choice when considering college applications.
In addition to specialized campus tours, students and their families enjoyed academic panels and a range of dining experiences on campus.
Photos by Deb Grove
The College is excited to invite all incoming students to Admitted Student Days, scheduled April 4 and April 12. Admitted Student Days will feature specialized tours, classroom sessions and an April 4 research fair for guests to understand the breadth of student research at F&M.
Below, see why members of the Class of 2029 applied early decision and learn what they are most looking forward to experiencing at F&M.
Why did you apply early decision?
“I applied early decision because I’m committed for basketball. I knew this was where I wanted to be.” – Gianna (Secaucus, N.J.)
“I looked at a lot of liberal arts colleges. This one had the vivarium, a great community and a lot of interdisciplinary options.” – Liam (Ithaca, N.Y.)
“I really liked what F&M had to offer, especially considering my [intended] major and what I want to do, which is pre-med.” – Akosua (Bronx, N.Y.)
“I got to meet a lot of the coaches. I’ll be playing football at F&M, and it was really my connection with [the team] that made F&M feel like home.” – Daniel (Estero, Fla.)
"I knew this was where I wanted to be."
– Gianna, Class of 2029
What are you most looking forward to at F&M?
“I’m excited to find my people here: People I click with and people I wouldn’t expect to get along with.” – Lucia (Glenside, Pa.)
“The community and the opportunities here.” – Ava (Baltimore, Md.)
“Being able to interact with other scholars here on campus and being out of my comfort zone.” – Akosua (Bronx, N.Y.)
“I’m so excited to meet my fellow [first-years]. We’re all embarking on a new journey together. I can’t wait to make new memories.” – Kunaal (Millburn, N.J.)
"We’re all embarking on a new journey together. I can’t wait to make new memories."
– Kunaal, Class of 2029
Ready to take a closer look at what it's like to be an F&M student? We're hosting
a variety of events for you and your family, including Admitted Student Days on April
4 and April 12. New Students
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