Florida Gulf Coast University
- 4 Year
- FORT MYERS, FL
CollegeGrad School
Florida Gulf Coast University
- 4 Year
- FORT MYERS, FL
- Rating 3.87 out of 5 2,656 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade A
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade B+
- Party Scenegrade B
- Professorsgrade B
- Locationgrade B minus
- Dormsgrade A+
- Campus Foodgrade A minus
- Student Lifegrade A
- Safetygrade A
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About
- Branch of
- State University System of Florida
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Atlantic Sun Conference
Florida Gulf Coast University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
FGCU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
89%
Application Deadline
March 1
SAT Range
1010-1180
ACT Range
19-25
Application Fee
$30
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$9,840 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$6,754 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
78%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
20:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
81%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 160 responses56%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 198 responses73%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 196 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Liberal Arts and Humanities587 Graduates
- Business226 Graduates
- Psychology196 Graduates
- Communications186 Graduates
- Health Service Preparatory Studies182 Graduates
- Biology147 Graduates
- Marketing132 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies131 Graduates
- Finance119 Graduates
- Hospitality and Tourism Management109 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
11,379 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,849
Undergrads Over 25
10%
Pell Grant
30%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
49%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 231 responsesPoll
54%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 264 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,100 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
56%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%84%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 102 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Florida Gulf Coast University Reviews
Rating 3.87 out of 5 2,656 reviews
I enrolled at FGCU as part of the Accelerated Collegiate experience program (ACE) which is an opportunity given to local high school students to advance and obtain a collegiate education. I was and still am very interested in pursuing medical school; the advising department was nonexistent for this, but with online resources, you can compensate. FGCU had great opportunities in the form of research opportunities for those interested. I completed research and was even published! Further, I also had the opportunity to be involved in other activities such as recreation soccer and volunteering. I co-founded a volunteering organization.
What I love most about FGCU is how much they care about conserving the environment around the school. The school is built in the middle of the swamp, but we share the campus with all the wildlife and nature. There are many trails and opportunities to explore and enjoy the surrounding nature. Another great thing about this school is the dorms! There are tons of activities and opportunities, plus great amenities! The rooms are great and very spacious, definitely worth the price. There is also a huge focus on equality and acceptance at this school. It's a safe space for all races, sexes, genders, ethnicities, etc. with classes like Critical Race Theory and Ethnic Studies to educate others. There are many clubs and organizations to work with and you'll never feel out of place here. So far there isn't much I have in mind to change, but overall I'm really enjoying attending FGCU.
Florida Gulf Coast University has one of the most beautiful campuses I've ever stepped foot on. Between the laid-back feel and quick beach access, it genuinely feels like you're living on a resort. The low student: faculty ratio makes you feel at home. All throughout high school, I built strong and genuine connections with teachers and staff. So, when it came time to pick a college, Florida Gulf Coast University was the obvious choice. You are given the opportunity to step outside of your comfort zone and accomplish things with a major support system along the way!