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Florida State University

Public Tallahassee, FL · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
84%
Graduation Rate
$61,675
Earnings (10yr)
$11,297
Net Price
24%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Florida State University enrolls 32,212 students, providing a vibrant campus life in Tallahassee, Florida. With a 24% acceptance rate, it attracts competitive applicants. The graduation rate stands at 84%, indicating a strong support system for students to complete their degrees.

According to Opportunity Insights data, FSU's graduates earn a median income of $61,675 ten years after enrollment. While specific mobility rates are not available, the university's strong graduation rate suggests that many students are likely to see positive economic outcomes. The university serves as a solid option for those seeking upward mobility through education.

The net price for attending FSU is $11,297, and graduates leave with a median debt of $18,000. This combination results in manageable financial expectations for students. FSU is a good fit for those pursuing degrees in business, social sciences, psychology, biology, and health professions, especially for students who thrive in a large, diverse university environment.

Rankings

How Florida Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation84%Earnings 10yr$62KNet Price$11KRetention96%Median Debt$18KPell Grant Rate23%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$19K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%633.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3419.3%MOBILITY216.50%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,656
In-State Tuition
$18,786
Out-of-State
$11,297
Avg Net Price
$18,000
Median Debt
23%
Pell Grant Rate
20%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,938
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,963
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,496
Family Income $48K–$75K
$19,239
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$49,814
6 Years After Entry
$55,983
8 Years
$61,675
10 Years
0.29x
Debt-to-Earnings
70%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$49,814 6yr $55,983 8yr $61,675 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

216.50%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3419.3%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
633.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$100,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.55
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 24%
Retention Rate 96%
SAT Average 1361
ACT Midpoint 28
SAT Range 1270–1410
ACT Range 29–32
Full-Time Faculty 84%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,841
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 28%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 23%
Social Sciences 14%
Psychology 8%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Health Professions 8%
Criminal Justice 6%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Engineering 4%