Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, Florida 33965-6565
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Florida Gulf Coast University is a public institution in Fort Myers with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 13.8K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,560 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,319.
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Varsity Sports — Eagles
History & Fun Facts
- •Florida governor Lawton Chiles signed the bill authorizing the school in May 1991.
- •The school commemorates August 25, 1997, as its commencement date, the first time classes were held on campus.
- •Academic Building 5 at Florida Gulf Coast University was later renamed Charles B.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1120
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
74.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.0%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,999
Programs (86)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
83%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
100
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from FL state average + suburban adjustment