Florida Memorial University
Miami Gardens, Florida 33054-6199
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — close-knit campus
Florida Memorial University is a private institution in Miami Gardens with particular strength in business and biology.
A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
30% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $36,624 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,675.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Florida Memorial University was founded in 1879 as the "Florida Baptist Institute" in Live Oak, Florida.
- •They began holding classes in May 1892, with Sarah Ann Blocker as the main instructor.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
45.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.7%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,475
Programs (41)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
57%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from FL state average + suburban adjustment