College of Micronesia-FSM
Palikir, Federated States of Micronesia
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 2,451
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1993
Overview
College of Micronesia-FSM is a learner-centered institution serving the Federated States of Micronesia, founded in 1993. Its National Campus is in Palikir, Pohnpei, with additional locations in Chuuk, Kosrae and Yap and a Career and Technical Education Center in Kolonia, Pohnpei. The published Programs and Majors page describes two-year associate degrees, one-year certificates of achievement, third-year certificates and locally responsive short-term vocational programs. Preparatory study can extend the total time needed for an associate degree. The Learning Resources Center includes an academic and research library, computer information technology services, curriculum resources, regional collections and archives, and media instructional technology services. The institution is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges; its homepage reports reaffirmation in 2023.
Fields of study
- Liberal Arts
- Health Career Preparation
- Education
- Media Studies
- Accounting
- Agriculture
- Business Administration
- Computer Information Systems
- Early Childhood Education
- Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Marine Science
- Micronesian Studies
- Elementary Education
- Special Education
- Pre-nursing
- Educational Leadership
- Bookkeeping
- Community Health Services
- General Studies
- Law
- Vocational Education
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Spring, Fall
- Application deadlines
- July for Fall semester, November for Spring semester
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
$4,350 – $5,050
No usable tuition schedule is present in the supplied sources. The Net Price Calculator refers to 2009-10 and displays placeholder amounts, so it cannot substantiate current domestic or international tuition. The undated admissions page lists a $10 admission fee and a separate $5 COMET fee.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
Information last verified Sep 23, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.