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UNCF-Member Institution

Florida Memorial University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Florida Memorial University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Florida Memorial University’s faculty, employees and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion and a more dynamic community environment.

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Founded in 1879 in Miami Gardens, Florida, Florida Memorial University (FMU) is the only HBCU in southern Florida. FMU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in arts and sciences, business, and education and social sciences.

  • $93.1M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 767
    Jobs
  • $572.6M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates