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Florida Gulf Coast University

Fort Myers, FL • public • I | ASUN
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Acceptance
76.7%
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Grad Rate
56%
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Cost
$16,498 / $34,635

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 15,905 • Total: 18,514
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
10501 Fgcu Blvd S
Fort Myers, FL
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Website
www.fgcu.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 6,957 (43.7%) • Female: 8,948 (56.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 324 2.0%
Black/African American 871 5.5%
Hispanic/Latino 4,063 25.5%
White 9,097 57.2%
Two or More Races 517 3.3%
International 384 2.4%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
76.7%
12,318 admitted from 16,050 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Tests Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 530-620
Math: 510-590
Total: 1040-1210
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
20-25
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$30
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
RD: 03/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
56.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
41.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
83.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
28.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$16,498
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$34,635
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $4,191
Out-of-state: $22,328
Room & Board
$11,107
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $8,220
$30,001-48,000 $8,191
$48,001-75,000 $10,999
$75,001-110,000 $15,450
$110,001+ $18,829
Students Receiving Pell Grants
65%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
ASUN
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Tennis
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.5 GPA / 22 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$5,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$10,000-$15,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$500-$4,200 total
8 automatic scholarships (21 total)
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Common questions about Florida Gulf Coast University

What is Florida Gulf Coast University's acceptance rate?
Florida Gulf Coast University accepts 77% of applicants, from 16,050 applications.
How much does Florida Gulf Coast University cost?
Tuition and fees are $4,191 in-state and $22,328 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $8,220 on average after aid.
Does Florida Gulf Coast University require SAT or ACT scores?
Florida Gulf Coast University requires SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Florida Gulf Coast University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 20 and 25 on the ACT.
What is Florida Gulf Coast University's graduation rate?
56% of students graduate within six years.