Known for business — excellent value
Florida Gulf Coast University is a public institution in Fort Myers with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 13.8K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,560 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,319.
Established
1991
Motto
"Truth, Knowledge, Wisdom"
Mascot
Azul the Eagle
Type
Public university
Conference
Division I Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN)
Division
Division I
77%Acceptance
1120SAT Avg
13,809Students
21:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$54,560Earnings 10yr
$10,319Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate76.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1120
Reading & WritingMid: 560
530620
MathMid: 535
510590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
2025
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$6,118
Tuition (out-of-state)$25,162
Room & Board$10,914
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$18,269
Average Net Price$10,319
Median Debt at Graduation$17,622
Monthly Payment (10yr)$187
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$6,146
$30–48K$7,093
$48–75K$9,954
$75–110K$14,265
$110K+$16,165
Programs (86)
Student Body
Undergrads
13,809
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%
Race & Ethnicity
White 58%
Black 5%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate56.0%
Freshman Retention83.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,029
8 Years$49,680
10 Years$54,560
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,400
Men
$52,100
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Eagles
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia