Florida Southern College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Lakeland, Florida with 2,656 undergraduates. It admits 64% of applicants, costs an average of $26,211 a year after grants and graduates 68% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Florida Southern College acceptance rate and admissions
Florida Southern College admitted 64% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 590 to 680, math 560 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Florida Southern College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Mar 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Florida Southern College’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 Southern College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $46,168 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,830 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $61,399 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,211 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,211 a year after grants and scholarships, $35,188 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Florida Southern College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Florida Southern College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 68% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $60,802 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 42% 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 Southern College majors and what graduates earn
Florida Southern College awarded bachelor's degrees in 47 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($93,335).
All 47 majors at Florida Southern College
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 Southern College
13 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 13 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 68 | $60,845 | $30,750 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 35 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 31 | $102,038 | $51,250 |
| Accounting | Master's | 25 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 14 | $55,176 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Doctoral | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Data analytics | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,656 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Florida Southern College?
Florida Southern College admitted 64% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Florida Southern College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $46,168. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,211 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Florida Southern College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 590 to 680 in reading and writing and 560 to 650 in math, and 25 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Florida Southern College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Florida Southern College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Florida Southern College?
68% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Florida Southern College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $60,802 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.