Florida SouthWestern State College
About Florida SouthWestern State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida SouthWestern State College serves the Fort Myers and Naples region of southwest Florida and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Nursing is its largest program by some way, followed by business and teacher education. It admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1962
Location
Fort Myers, Florida
Students
11,052
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,401
Out-of-state: $12,979
Avg Net Price
$7,247
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$43,421
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
39.2%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
28:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
27.6%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Large
The 39.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,401
In-State
$12,979
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,185
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,254
After Financial Aid
$7,247
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,011
Receive Grants
34.7%
Take Loans
10.7%
The full cost of attendance is about $14,254/yr for in-state students, including $11,185 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $7,247. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $12,979.
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 SouthWestern State College fund their education.
While in School
34.7%
Get Grants
Free money
10.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,854
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$85/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,000, 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 SouthWestern State College.
Gender
63%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,052
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 50.4% 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
11,052
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Mixed
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 SouthWestern State College fields 4 varsity teams with 89 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
89
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
46% / 54%
41
Men
48
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida SouthWestern State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,421
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 5Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
124 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
100 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$51K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
$49K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
9 grads
Graduates earn about $37K 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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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.