Florida A&M University (FAMU) is a public university. It is part of the State University System of Florida and receives funding from the state government. Established in 1887, FAMU is a historically black university (HBCU) located in Tallahassee, Florida.
As a public institution, FAMU offers lower tuition rates for in-state students compared to private universities. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and provides a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
