If you are applying to Florida Gulf Coast University, the regular decision application deadline is November 1 and the application fee is $30.
The following is an overiew of some of Florida Gulf Coast University's admissions stats.
Florida Gulf Coast University 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
---|---|
Mean Unweighted GPA | 4.0 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 16% |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional and are considered |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 78% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 45% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Florida Gulf Coast University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | Yes | November 1 | –– |
Regular Decision | Yes | November 1 | –– |
Florida Gulf Coast University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.
🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1.
➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
Florida Gulf Coast University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.
What does Florida Gulf Coast University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Very Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Class Rank | Considered |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Considered |
Make sure to check with Florida Gulf Coast University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Florida Gulf Coast University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Florida Gulf Coast University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | ||||
Interview | ||||
Transcript(S) of College Record | ||||
Standardized Test Scores | ||||
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | ||||
Transcript of High School Record | √ | |||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.5 |
Students admitted to Florida Gulf Coast University have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0. Florida Gulf Coast University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.
Out of all students that were admitted, 73% submitted a class rank. At Florida Gulf Coast University 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41% were in the top 25% and 75% were in the top 50%.
At Florida Gulf Coast University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 49% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 16% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 15% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 11% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 6% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 3% |
2.00 and 2.49 | –– |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Florida Gulf Coast University directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Florida Gulf Coast University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.
Florida Gulf Coast University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 78% of Florida Gulf Coast University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 45% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Florida Gulf Coast University applicants, you should strive to score between 1020 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Florida Gulf Coast University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Florida Gulf Coast University students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Florida Gulf Coast University students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.
To be most competitive at Florida Gulf Coast University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Florida Gulf Coast University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.
A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Florida Gulf Coast University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.
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For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Florida Gulf Coast University.
For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.
Transfer students can enroll in Florida Gulf Coast University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Florida Gulf Coast University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Florida Gulf Coast University.
Does Florida Gulf Coast University accept transfer credits?
✅ Florida Gulf Coast University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Florida Gulf Coast University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests
Does Florida Gulf Coast University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Florida Gulf Coast University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Florida Gulf Coast University?
✅ Florida Gulf Coast University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.
What is Florida Gulf Coast University's acceptance rate?
✅ Florida Gulf Coast University's acceptance rate is 89%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Florida Gulf Coast University?
❌ Florida Gulf Coast University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Florida Gulf Coast University? Florida Gulf Coast University is a somewhat selective institution. The Florida Gulf Coast University acceptance rate is 89%. This means that the institution accepts 89 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Florida Gulf Coast University is Nov 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Florida Gulf Coast University is Jul 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
ACT Range
ACT Score
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25 and Above
19 to 25
19 and Less
The median ACT score of an admitted student to Florida Gulf Coast University is 22. Students with an ACT score of 25 and above have a good chance of getting into Florida Gulf Coast University. Students with an ACT score that falls between 19 and 25 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 19 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.
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