A
Rating
Public
Type
46,825
Students
$16,540
Tuition
36%
Acceptance
#32
Ranking
Midsize City
Campus Setting
Florida State University is a very large public university located in Tallahassee, FL ranked 148thin the United States. It has a total of 36,720 full-time undergraduate students and is somewhat competitive, accepting 35.97% of applicants. Florida State University offers 272 different majors and is best known for its english language and literature, real estate, and insurance programs (nationally ranked 1st, 2nd, and 2nd respectively). With a tuition cost of $4,022 for in-state students and $16,540 for those from out-of-state, Florida State University is reasonably priced. 73.69% of students graduate starting the next phase of their lives, working. After graduation, alumni go on to earn about $46,400 per year, which is 12% above the national median.
Florida State University
National Average
$35,576/year
Total annual cost including tuition, books and living expenses; excluding any financial aid, grants or scholarships.
$27,891/year
Average annual cost including tuition, books and living expenses after financial aid, grants or scholarships.
Florida State University
National
1200 - 1340
70% of students submit
34%
24 - 28
30% of students submit
Required
$30
Full-Time
Part-Time
44%
83%
56%
15%
4%
1%
7% Psychology, General
5% Finance, General
5% Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
83% Others
7%
806 Graduates
5%
623 Graduates
5%
571 Graduates
4%
495 Graduates
4%
445 Graduates
4%
445 Graduates
3%
384 Graduates
3%
357 Graduates
Students
Professors
21
1,896,599
$11,351
93%
Total spend on salaries and wages to all employees, faculty, staff, per student.
High retention indicates students are generally satisfied with their experience.
Florida State University
National
$36,500
2 Years After Graduation
1%
$46,400
6 Years After Graduation
73%