Florida Gulf Coast University
About Florida Gulf Coast University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida Gulf Coast University is a public university in Fort Myers, Florida. It is one of the youngest state universities in Florida and offers programs in business, nursing, engineering, and marine science. The campus is surrounded by a nature preserve.
Founded
1997
Location
Fort Myers, Florida
Students
16,023
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
63.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
57.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,118
Out-of-state: $25,162
Avg Net Price
$12,568
After financial aid
SAT Average
1114
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$54,560
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
63.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 63.4% acceptance rate, Florida Gulf Coast University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1114/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.2%
4-Year Grad
36%
6-Year Grad
56%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
67.2%
$/Student
$7.5K
Class Size
Large
The 36% graduation rate is below average, but 83.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,118
In-State
$25,162
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,107
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,807
After Financial Aid
$12,568
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,220
Receive Grants
27.9%
Take Loans
24.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $20,807/yr for in-state students, including $11,107 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,568. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $25,162.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Florida Gulf Coast University fund their education.
While in School
27.9%
Get Grants
Free money
24.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,546
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$17,622
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$187/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 24.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $17,622. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Florida Gulf Coast University.
Gender
56.7%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,874
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,149
Graduates
35.9%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
9.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 35.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
13,874
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida Gulf Coast University fields 10 varsity teams with 265 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Atlantic Sun
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
265
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
43% / 57%
115
Men
150
Women
6
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida Gulf Coast Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,560
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
$34K
285 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$30K
276 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$34K
198 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
190 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$30K
149 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$39K
143 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $55K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.