Stetson University and Florida Gulf Coast University are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Stetson is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in DeLand, FL and Florida Gulf Coast is a four-year, public school located in Fort Myers, FL.
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| Stetson University | vs. | Florida Gulf Coast University |
|---|---|---|
| DeLand, Florida | Location | Fort Myers, Florida |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Doctoral / Research University |
| $57,410 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$6,118
Out-Of-State$25,162 |
| 97% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 56% |
| $46,863 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,429 |
| 71.60 % | Acceptance Rates | 63.44 % |
| 8.21 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.87 % |
| 1,155 | SAT Score | 1,110 |
| 25 | ACT Score | 22 |
| 62 % | Graduation Rate | 57 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 9 % |
| 78 % | Retention Rate | 83 % |
| 3,775 | Student Population | 16,612 |
| 263 | Number of Faculties | 550 |
| 10 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |
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