Because this school is very selective, strong academic scores are critical to improving your chances of admission. If you're able to score a 1430 SAT or a 32 ACT or above, you'll have a very strong chance at getting in.
With a GPA of 3.83, Franklin and Marshall requires you to be near the top of your class, and well above average.
The regular admissions application deadline for Franklin & Marshall is January 6. Interested students can apply for early decision, and the Franklin & Marshall early decision deadline is November 15.
Test Optional Policy We know you are more than a test score. That's why we have been proudly test-optional for more than 30 years: when you apply to F&M, you choose whether or not to submit your standardized test (SAT or ACT) scores with your application.
Franklin & Marshall College is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.