Known for business — major research university
Florida State University is a public institution in Tallahassee with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1323, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A large campus of 31.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
83% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,675 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,997.
Established
1851
Motto
Vires, Artes, Mores
Mascot
Osceola and RenegadeCimarron
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I
25%Acceptance
1323SAT Avg
31,812Students
17:1Student:Faculty
83%Grad Rate
$61,675Earnings 10yr
$10,997Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate25.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1323
Reading & WritingMid: 640
630700
MathMid: 620
610690
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 28
2731
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$5,656
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,786
Room & Board$12,740
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$23,683
Average Net Price$10,997
Median Debt at Graduation$18,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$191
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$5,777
$30–48K$7,427
$48–75K$11,131
$75–110K$16,057
$110K+$17,910
Programs (268)
Student Body
Undergrads
31,812
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
28%
Pell Grant Recipients
24%
Race & Ethnicity
White 58%
Black 7%
Hispanic 23%
Asian 4%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate83.0%
Freshman Retention95.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$49,814
8 Years$55,983
10 Years$61,675
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$48,700
Men
$60,900
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Varsity Sports — Seminoles
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia