Florida Gulf Coast University is a public 4-year college in Fort Myers, Florida with 13,874 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, costs an average of $11,555 a year after grants and graduates 57% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Florida Gulf Coast University acceptance rate and admissions
Florida Gulf Coast University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 530 to 610, math 510 to 590). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Florida Gulf Coast University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Mar 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $30 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Florida Gulf Coast University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Florida Gulf Coast University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $6,118 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $25,162 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,940 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $21,260 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $11,555 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $11,555 a year after grants and scholarships, $9,705 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Florida Gulf Coast University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Florida Gulf Coast University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $59,401 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,289 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 27% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Florida Gulf Coast University majors and what graduates earn
Florida Gulf Coast University awarded bachelor's degrees in 52 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($98,650).
All 52 majors at Florida Gulf Coast University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer engineering | 64 | $66,017 | $98,650 | $16,598 |
| Biomedical engineering | 16 | $73,561 | $91,676 | n/a |
| Nursing | 73 | $77,873 | $86,452 | $18,163 |
| Civil engineering | 45 | $69,357 | $84,451 | $23,980 |
| Environmental engineering | 14 | $55,414 | $78,238 | n/a |
| Finance | 111 | $56,723 | $75,767 | $17,188 |
| Management information systems | 54 | $54,467 | $74,739 | $17,479 |
| Accounting | 55 | $58,666 | $72,207 | $15,313 |
| Medical lab science | 13 | n/a | $67,069 | n/a |
| Marketing | 110 | $49,529 | $67,034 | $14,619 |
| Business administration | 185 | $49,698 | $66,349 | $15,000 |
| Hospitality management | 55 | $48,643 | $60,011 | $15,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 55 | $33,050 | $58,179 | $17,250 |
| Public health | 15 | $38,186 | $58,119 | $16,250 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 75 | $53,808 | $58,115 | $15,458 |
| Paralegal studies | 71 | $41,386 | $56,695 | $15,375 |
| History | 22 | n/a | $56,543 | $18,051 |
| Special education | 9 | n/a | $56,467 | n/a |
| Communication | 157 | $42,145 | $56,455 | $13,303 |
| Education | 49 | $43,945 | $55,116 | $12,048 |
| Political science | 42 | $41,416 | $54,824 | $13,000 |
| Criminal justice | 126 | $45,803 | $54,215 | $13,875 |
| Health professions, general | 215 | $42,362 | $54,006 | $14,875 |
| Social work | 46 | $42,679 | $53,707 | $16,989 |
| Biology | 127 | $37,781 | $53,352 | $15,005 |
| Psychology | 298 | $39,147 | $52,722 | $13,236 |
| Security Science and Technology | 86 | n/a | $52,096 | $12,979 |
| Environmental science | 56 | $37,680 | $51,265 | $14,798 |
| Sociology | 15 | $46,288 | $50,136 | n/a |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 31 | $34,023 | $48,942 | $19,469 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 267 | $41,182 | $48,879 | $17,625 |
| English | 42 | $36,501 | $45,842 | $23,250 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 17 | $37,361 | $43,420 | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 18 | $31,434 | $43,271 | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 111 | n/a | n/a | $12,000 |
| Art and design, general | 62 | $31,793 | n/a | $18,736 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | 43 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 21 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 21 | $55,003 | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Anthropology | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Florida Gulf Coast University
25 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 25 graduate programs
Students and location
- 13,874 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 20 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Florida Gulf Coast University?
Florida Gulf Coast University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Florida Gulf Coast University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $6,118 for in-state students and $25,162 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $11,555 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Florida Gulf Coast University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 530 to 610 in reading and writing and 510 to 590 in math, and 20 to 25 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Florida Gulf Coast University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Florida Gulf Coast University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Florida Gulf Coast University?
57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Florida Gulf Coast University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $59,401 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.