Florida Southern College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Lakeland, Florida and operated as a private institution. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled per year at Florida Southern College.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Florida Southern achieve an SAT score in a range of 1460 to 1750, or an ACT composite score within the range of 22 to 27. 65% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 26% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at flsouthern.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,500. Some students at Florida Southern College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Florida Southern is the "Moccasins", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.flsouthern.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Florida Southern accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Florida Southern College is around 2,900 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 24% enrolling as graduate students and 89% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $31,000-$37,000 per year
- Per unit charges are around $990 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $18,221 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 87% | $6,188 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Florida Southern College may provide services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Florida Southern College is approximately 58%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 47% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 10% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 0.7% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 2012)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2006)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2006)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Florida Southern is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Sunshine State Conference)
- Basketball (Sunshine State Conference)
- Track and Field (Sunshine State Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
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.
Get more information about the programs offered by Florida Southern College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Business and Management (B)
- Turf Management (B)
- Landscaping (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (B)
- Media Studies (B)
- Organizational Communication (B)
- Sports Communication (B)
- Political Communication (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Physical Education (B)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (M)
- Art Teacher Education (B)
- Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (B)
- General Literature (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Nursing Practice (M)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Healthcare Administration (B)
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (M)
- Nursing Education
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Mathematics and Computer Science
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Humanistic Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
- Social Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Digital Arts (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music Management (B)
- Acting (B)
- Music (B)
- Art History (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Graphic Design
- Music Performance
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Florida Southern College.
- University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus in St. Petersburg, FL (46 miles away)
- University of South Florida Sarasota - Manatee in Sarasota, FL (58 miles away)
- Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, FL (99 miles away)
- University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL (158 miles away)
- Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL (161 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Florida Southern College for official up-to-date information.