Florida Institute of Technology
About Florida Institute of Technology
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida Institute of Technology is a private research university in Melbourne, Florida, on the Space Coast. It is known for its engineering, aviation, and aerospace programs, with close proximity to Kennedy Space Center and a strong STEM focus.
Founded
1958
Location
Melbourne, Florida
Students
8,730
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
57.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
63.5%
Near national average
Tuition
$45,900
Per year
Avg Net Price
$35,639
After financial aid
SAT Average
1225
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,137
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
57.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 57.7% acceptance rate, Florida Institute of Technology admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1225/ 1600
ACT Scores
27/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
80%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
66%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
75.5%
$/Student
$11.9K
Class Size
Medium
While 53% finish in 4 years, 80% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$45,900
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,240
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$62,440
After Financial Aid
$35,639
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$29,108
Receive Grants
21.1%
Take Loans
40.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $62,440/yr, including $15,240 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $35,639.
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 Institute of Technology fund their education.
While in School
21.1%
Get Grants
Free money
40.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,032
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $43K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Florida Institute of Technology.
Gender
33%
Female
67%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,404
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,326
Graduates
40.1%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
5.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 40.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 12.3% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
3,404
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida Institute of Technology fields 9 varsity teams with 398 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Sunshine State
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Lacrosse
Student Athletes
398
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
263
Men
135
Women
7
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida Institute of Technologyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,137
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Air Transportation
$47K
90 grads
1yr Earnings
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
$69K
81 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$70K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Science
$75K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
$99K
29 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer Engineering
$79K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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