Florida State University
Public university · Tallahassee, FL · 32,212 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
24%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1270–1410
ACT (middle 50%)
29–32
Average net price
$8,605
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,144
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
86%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Florida State University?
Florida State University accepts about 24 of every 100 applicants (24%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1270 and 1410 on the SAT. A score at or above 1410 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1270, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 29–32.
The latest federal data says Florida State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Florida State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Florida State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,144 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $8,605 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $5,656 for FL residents and $20,116 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$5,656
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$20,116
- Room & board$14,020
- Total cost of attendance$25,144
- Average net price after grants$8,605
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology.
Florida State University FAQ
- What is Florida State University's acceptance rate?
- 24% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Florida State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1270–1410. Aim for 1410 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Florida State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 29–32.
- Is Florida State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Florida State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Florida State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Florida State University cost?
- About $25,144 a year before aid; $8,605 on average after grants.
- What is Florida State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001489. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Florida State University receives your information.
- What is Florida State University's graduation rate?
- 86% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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