B+

Very Good

Score: 77/100

Florida State University

4-Year Public

📍 Tallahassee, Florida 32306

🌐 https://www.fsu.edu/

Outcomes

A+

90/100

Affordability

C+

60/100

Resources

72/100

Experience

B+

75/100

Prestige

86/100

Quick Stats

43,234

Total Enrollment

83%

Graduation Rate

96%

Retention Rate

17.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

25%

Acceptance Rate

$14,903

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Florida State University ▼

6% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,767 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

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🏆 Where Florida State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇

Clinical/Medical Social Work

of 22 schools

🥉

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

of 100 schools

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

#11

#13

#13

Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General

of 30 schools

#21

Computer and Information Sciences, General

of 100 schools

#21

English Language and Literature, General

of 100 schools

#25

International Relations and Affairs

of 92 schools

#29

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$4,640	$19,084
Room	$7,490
Board	$5,750
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$25,952	$39,082

Financial Aid

95%

Receive Any Aid

21%

Receive Pell Grants

21%

Take Out Loans

$14,903

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$5,777
$30,001 - $48,000	$7,427
$48,001 - $75,000	$11,131
$75,001 - $110,000	$16,057
$110,001+	$17,910

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Psychology, General 897 grads/yr Finance, General 657 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 614 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 536 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 531 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 454 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Social Work 388 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 375 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 331 grads/yr Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General 302 grads/yr International Relations and Affairs 301 grads/yr Public Health, General 296 grads/yr Social Sciences, General 296 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 287 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 286 grads/yr Information Technology 275 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 267 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 255 grads/yr Econometrics and Quantitative Economics 239 grads/yr Human Development and Family Studies, General 219 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Florida State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Psychologists, all other

$118k/yr 55,300 jobs

Industrial-organizational psychologists

$110k/yr 5,600 jobs

Clinical and counseling psychologists

$96k/yr 76,300 jobs

Psychology teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 52,500 jobs

Social science research assistants

$58k/yr 40,600 jobs

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Financial managers

$162k/yr 868,600 jobs

Student Demographics

43,234

Total Students

58%

Women

96%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%

Hispanic 21%

Black 9%

Asian 4%

Two or More 4%

Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 92%

Off-Campus (Renters) 6%

With Family 1%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,767 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%

Hybrid (Some Online) 48%

Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%

25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Florida State University?

Florida State University has an acceptance rate of 25%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend Florida State University?

Tuition at Florida State University is $4,640 for in-state students and $19,084 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,903.

What is the graduation rate at Florida State University?

The graduation rate at Florida State University is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Florida State University a good school?

Florida State University has a Repit College Score of 77/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Florida State University?

Florida State University has a total enrollment of 43,234 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Florida State University?

Yes! Approximately 6% of students at Florida State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,767 students who need rental housing near campus.

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