Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Gulf Coast University (Florida Gulf Coast) is a four-years, public school located in Fort Myers, FL. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.
The Florida Gulf Coast's 2022 tuition & fees is $6,118 for Florida residents and $25,162 for out-of-state students. 55% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,044.
The school has a total enrollment of 15,909 and the students to faculty ratio is 22 to 1 (4.55%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $45,800 and it varies by field of study.
Florida Gulf Coast ranked 19th in Florida Colleges rankings. Florida Gulf Coast University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
Directory Information
| Address | 10501 Fgcu Blvd S, Fort Myers, FL 33965-6565 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 239-590-1000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Florida Gulf Coast University are $6,118 for in-state students and $25,162 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $8,971 for in-state students and $31,216 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,118 for Florida residents and $25,162 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $6,720 for Florida residents and $23,412 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,118 | $25,162 |
| Graduate | $8,971 | $31,216 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,118 | $25,162 |
| Graduate | $6,720 | $23,412 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the Florida Gulf Coast directly. See the Florida Gulf Coast bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Florida Gulf Coast University is 89.21% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 24.22%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,095.
The average graduation rate is 56%. Total 15,909 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $45,800. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $60,100 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 89.21% Acceptance Rate / 24.22% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,095 SAT / 22 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 56% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 13% |
| Retention Rate | 82%(full-time), 72% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 4.55% (22 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 15,909 (14,228 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $7,044 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $45,800 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $24,700 - $60,100 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Florida Gulf Coast University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Florida Gulf Coast provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Florida Gulf Coast. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 4,732. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $4,346.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 4,732 |
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