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Florida State University

#54 National RankTest Optional📍 Tallahassee

Florida State University is a large public research university located in Tallahassee, Florida, with nearly 45,000 students. As one of the state’s flagship institutions, FSU offers over 360 programs of study, with particular strengths in the arts, business, criminology, and the sciences. Its College of Motion Picture Arts and School of Music are nationally acclaimed, while FSU is also known for strong research in fields like oceanography and public policy. The campus has a traditional Southern feel, with red-brick Gothic buildings and oak-lined walkways, and the school spirit is fueled by Seminoles athletics, especially football. Beyond academics and athletics, FSU emphasizes leadership, service, and global engagement, offering students opportunities to study abroad at its international campuses in London, Florence, Valencia, and Panama. Students here are known for their school pride, energy, and community involvement. With a balance of strong academics, research opportunities, and a vibrant social scene, FSU delivers both prestige and a spirited college experience.

Admissions Statistics

Regular Decision
Applicants
N/A
Admitted
N/A
Admit Rate
N/A
Total Enrolled
5,855
Early Decision
Early Applicants
N/A
Early Admitted
N/A
ED Admit Rate
N/A
Admits from Early
N/A
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
N/A
Accepted Spot
N/A
Admitted
N/A
WL Admit Rate
0%

Academic Profile

Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
3.71
Top 10% of Class
0.757%
Top 25% of Class
0.904%
Top 50% of Class
0.984%
Demographics
Men
2,502
Admit Rate: 0.2671561003%
Women
3,352
Admit Rate: 0.2247656657%
Non-International
98.3%
International
1.7%

Admission Factors

Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankConsidered
Academic GPAConsidered
Standardized TestsConsidered
Application EssayConsidered
RecommendationVery Important
ExtracurricularsConsidered
Talent/AbilityConsidered
Character/PersonalConsidered
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationConsidered

Cost & Outcome

Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$4,640
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,806
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$62,500
Mid Career Pay
$111,900
Student Body
Undergrads
29,011
Total Students
35,545