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Franklin & Marshall Makes First-Year Tuition Free for Low-Income Pa. Students, Caps Others at Penn State Rate

The plan uses Penn State’s in‑state rate as a pricing ceiling for eligible families.

Overview

  • Pennsylvania households earning $75,000 or less qualify for first-year tuition at no cost.
  • Families with incomes from $75,000 to $150,000 will pay no more in tuition than Penn State’s in‑state rate.
  • The change takes effect immediately for current students, next fall’s applicants, and transfer candidates.
  • Franklin & Marshall lists 2025–26 tuition at $72,950, highlighting the scale of the savings for qualifying students.
  • Penn State’s in‑state tuition is $20,468 for first- and second-year students at University Park in 2025–26, providing the cap used for eligible F&M families.