Florida Gulf Coast University
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and in-state Florida residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 13,874 students.
About This School
Florida Gulf Coast University is a public institution located in Fort Myers, Florida with approximately 13,874 undergraduate students enrolled. Florida Gulf Coast University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 63%. The average net price after financial aid is $12,568 per year. The graduation rate is 57%, and the typical graduate earns $45,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) is a public university in Lee County, Florida, United States. Located near Fort Myers, it is part of the State University System of Florida and is its second-youngest member. The university was established on May 3, 1991, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). It offers 65 bachelor's degree programs, 27 master's degree programs, 7 doctoral degree programs, and 19 academic certificates.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the low average net price of $10,319/year and modest median debt of $11,999 make FGCU one of the more affordable paths through a four-year degree, and the Fort Myers campus appeals to students who genuinely want that Southwest Florida lifestyle. The concern worth flagging is the 56% graduation rate — meaning nearly half of students who start here don't finish in six years — so if you're considering this school, ask honestly whether the environment and program fit will keep you on track. Median earnings of $45,800 a decade out are decent relative to the debt load, but this is a school where your major and motivation will matter more than the brand name on the diploma.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 1% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (13,874 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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