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Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers,
FL
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate74%
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About Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Gulf Coast University is a public, state university in the suburb of Fort Myers, Florida. Florida Gulf Coast University was founded in 1991. The university enrolls around 16,022 students per year, including 14,164 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Florida Gulf Coast University
It is moderately difficult to get into Florida Gulf Coast University. In 2022, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 74% of applicants. Out of 15,657 applications received in 2022, 11,647 students were offered admission.
| Florida Gulf Coast University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 74% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Average GPA | 4.0 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 78% |
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Florida Gulf Coast University is located in the town of Fort Myers, Florida,.
If you want to see Florida Gulf Coast University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 75 to Fort Myers, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Southwest Florida International.
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College Info
Florida Gulf Coast University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Mar 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Florida Gulf Coast University is Mar 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Florida Gulf Coast University is Jul 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Florida Gulf Coast University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1040 - 1200
Math SAT Range
510 - 590
Reading SAT Range
530 - 610
Florida Gulf Coast University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$18,233
In State$36,370
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$4,244
$22,381
Fees
$1,875
$1,875
Housing
$10,914
$10,914
Books
$1,200
$1,200
Student Life
Wondering what life at Florida Gulf Coast University is like? There are approximately 16,022 students enrolled at Florida Gulf Coast University, including 14,164 undergraduate students and 1,858 graduate students. 80% percent of students attend school full-time, 88% percent are from FL and 12% percent of students are from other states.
80%
Full Time20%
Part Time88%
In State12%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
16,022
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
74%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Mar 1
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