Florida Polytechnic University

Lakeland, FL • publicSTARS
Overview Demographics Admissions Outcomes Cost & Aid 🚗 Travel

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Rural (Rural: Fringe )
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,688 • Total: 1,751
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
4700 Research Way
Lakeland, FL
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Website
Region
Southeast

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,364 (80.8%) • Female: 324 (19.2%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 95 5.6%
Black/African American 99 5.9%
Hispanic/Latino 428 25.4%
White 924 54.7%
Two or More Races 87 5.2%
International 36 2.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
55.7%
1,449 admitted from 2,600 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Tests Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 590-680
Math: 590-690
Total: 1180-1370
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
24-30
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
STARS Required
Self-reported transcript system
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: 03/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
53.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
38.4%
Freshman Retention Rate
75.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
19.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$17,292
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$17,292
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $3,152
Out-of-state: $3,152
Room & Board
$1,200
Books & Supplies
$12,940
Students Receiving Pell Grants
94%
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