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Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL · Public · Midsize city · Website

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Admission rate
24%
Very selective
Average net price
$8,605
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
86%
Median earnings
$68,225
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Florida State University is a public college in Tallahassee, FL with 32,212 undergraduates. It admits 24% of applicants, and admitted students average 1361 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $8,605 per year ($4,332 for families earning under $30,000). 86% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $68,225 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
24%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test scores required
Fall 2024
Applicants
74,038
Fall 2023
Admitted
18,793
Fall 2023
Yield
31%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing640–710
200800
SAT Math630–700
200800
ACT Composite29–32
136

What Florida State University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$25,144
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$5,656
Out-of-state tuition
$20,116

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$4,332
  • $30–48k$4,290
  • $48–75k$6,953
  • $75–110k$11,367
  • $110k+$17,085

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
86%
Freshman retention
96%
Median earnings
$68,225
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$13,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
32,212
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
25%
  • White58%
  • Hispanic24%
  • Black7%
  • Asian4%

Florida State University FAQ

What is Florida State University's acceptance rate?+

Florida State University admits 24% of applicants, which makes it very selective.

What SAT score do you need for Florida State University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 640–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 630–700 on SAT Math; the average total is 1361.

What ACT score do you need for Florida State University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 29–32.

Is Florida State University test optional?+

Test scores required.

How many students apply to Florida State University?+

In Fall 2023, 74,038 students applied to Florida State University and 18,793 were admitted; 5,890 enrolled.

Does Florida State University consider legacy status?+

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

Does Florida State University require an essay?+

Florida State University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Florida State University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $25,144 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,605.

What is Florida State University's graduation rate?+

86% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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