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ACCEPTANCE RATE

66.67%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

75%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

22:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

16

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,325

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Florida Gulf Coast University

2500 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA

Florida Gulf Coast University is a public institution located in Fort Myers, FL and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at FGCU is nearly 12,000 per year.

Areas of study available at Florida Gulf Coast University include but are not limited to:

  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Very common scores among applicants admitted to FGCU are within the range of 20 - 23 for the ACT exam, or 1390 - 1640 on the SAT. 58% of those students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 48% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at fgcu.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,100 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $25,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $5,200. Students enrolled at Florida Gulf Coast University may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Florida Gulf Coast University is the "Eagles", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students should take a look at the school's www.fgcu.edu to view additional information.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Florida Gulf Coast University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

The total student enrollment at Florida Gulf Coast University is about 15,000, with undergraduate students making up about 92% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.

$11,700

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,700. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Tuition estimates per year:
    • State Residents: $4,200-$5,000
    • Out-of-State: $22,000-$26,790
  • Charges for part-time students are:
    • State Residents: $200-$240 per credit unit
    • Nonresidents: $840-$1,000 per credit unit
  • May provide a prepaid tuition option, which allows tuition to be purchased at current rates for enrollment at a future date

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid75%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships75%$5,435
Receiving Student Loans40%$8,320
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Florida Gulf Coast University may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Day care

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Music Program
  • Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
  • Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
  • Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
  • Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

Florida Gulf Coast University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Atlantic Sun Conference)
  • Basketball (Atlantic Sun Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Florida Gulf Coast University by clicking the request information to the right.

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  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics and Statistics

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