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Florida Gulf Coast University

Fort Myers, FL · Public · Large suburb · Website

Florida Gulf Coast University campus
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Admission rate
63%
Accessible
Average net price
$11,555
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
57%
Median earnings
$59,401
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Florida Gulf Coast University is a public college in Fort Myers, FL with 13,874 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, and admitted students average 1114 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $11,555 per year ($8,096 for families earning under $30,000). 57% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $59,401 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
63%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
16,050
Fall 2023
Admitted
12,318
Fall 2023
Yield
23%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing530–610
200800
SAT Math510–590
200800
ACT Composite20–25
136

What Florida Gulf Coast University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$21,260
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$6,118
Out-of-state tuition
$25,162

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$8,096
  • $30–48k$8,333
  • $48–75k$9,284
  • $75–110k$13,168
  • $110k+$18,454

Get a personal estimate with Florida Gulf Coast University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
57%
Freshman retention
83%
Median earnings
$59,401
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$16,289
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
13,874
Student–faculty ratio
20:1
Receive Pell grants
32%
  • White50%
  • Hispanic26%
  • Black4%
  • Asian2%

Florida Gulf Coast University FAQ

What is Florida Gulf Coast University's acceptance rate?+

Florida Gulf Coast University admits 63% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Florida Gulf Coast University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 510–590 on SAT Math; the average total is 1114.

What ACT score do you need for Florida Gulf Coast University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–25.

Is Florida Gulf Coast University test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to Florida Gulf Coast University?+

In Fall 2023, 16,050 students applied to Florida Gulf Coast University and 12,318 were admitted; 2,776 enrolled.

Does Florida Gulf Coast University consider legacy status?+

No. Florida Gulf Coast University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Florida Gulf Coast University require an essay?+

Florida Gulf Coast University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Florida Gulf Coast University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $21,260 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,555.

What is Florida Gulf Coast University's graduation rate?+

57% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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