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Florida Polytechnic University

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About Florida Polytechnic University

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Florida Polytechnic University is a public university in Lakeland, FL. It has a 56% acceptance rate with in-state tuition of $4,940 per year, serving approximately 1,517 students.

Founded

2012

Location

Lakeland, Florida

Students

1,768

Institution

Public

Known For

EngineeringSTEMTechnology

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

57.5%

Moderately selective

Graduation Rate

54.9%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$4,940

Out-of-state: $21,005

Avg Net Price

$11,853

After financial aid

SAT Average

1268

Out of 1600

Median Earnings

N/A

Not reported

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Highly CompetitiveOpen Admission
57.5%

Selective

57.5 out of 100 applicants get in

How to Apply

Test Policy

Test Required

Application Fee

$30

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

With a 57.5% acceptance rate, Florida Polytechnic University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.

SAT Scores

1268/ 1600

850780710640570500
580
Math: 580
590
R&W: 590
25th
670
Math: 670
670
R&W: 670
75th
Math
Reading & Writing

ACT Scores

29/ 36

393531272319
24
25th: 24
25th
29
Avg: 29
Avg
30
75th: 30
75th
25th Percentile
Average
75th Percentile

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
54.9%

Average

54.9% complete their degree within six years

Retention

74.8%

4-Year Grad

39%

6-Year Grad

56%

Teaching Quality

18:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

92.2%

$/Student

$10.3K

Class Size

Medium

The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 74.8% 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

$4,940

In-State

/

$21,005

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$14,482

Books & Supplies

$839

Total Cost of Attendance

$21,817

After Financial Aid

$11,853

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$8,819

Receive Grants

32.6%

Take Loans

25%

The full cost of attendance is about $21,817/yr for in-state students, including $14,482 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $11,853. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $21,005.

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 Polytechnic University fund their education.

While in School

32.6%

Get Grants

Free money

25%

Take Loans

Must repay

N/A

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$14,250

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$151/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $14,250, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Florida Polytechnic University.

Gender

19.8%

Female

/

80%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

53.1%
27%
5.5%
5.5%
5.3%
2.6%
White
Hispanic
Asian
Black
Multiracial
International

Enrollment

1,689

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

79

Graduates

N/A

First-Gen

N/A

Avg Age

4.7%

Age 25+

Men make up the majority at 80% of the student body.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
Rural: Fringe

Rural: Fringe

Campus Quick Facts

1,689

Students

public

Institution

Small

Campus Size

Baccalaureate

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

AP Credit

No

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

No

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Florida Polytechnic Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

N/A

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$78K
6yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Computer Science

111 grads

Mechanical Engineering

$63K

41 grads

1yr Earnings

Data Analytics

21 grads

Computer Engineering

$65K

18 grads

1yr Earnings

Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering

$70K

13 grads

1yr Earnings

Data Science

6 grads

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Florida Polytechnic University

What is the acceptance rate at Florida Polytechnic University?
Florida Polytechnic University has an acceptance rate of 57.5%. With a 57.5% acceptance rate, Florida Polytechnic University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
How much does Florida Polytechnic University cost?
Tuition at Florida Polytechnic University is $4,940 for in-state students and $21,005 for out-of-state students. The full cost of attendance is about $21,817/yr for in-state students, including $14,482 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $11,853. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $21,005.
What is the graduation rate at Florida Polytechnic University?
Florida Polytechnic University has a graduation rate of 54.9%. The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 74.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.

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.