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Full Sail University

Private for-profit Winter Park, FL · Suburban · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
47%
Graduation Rate
$38,219
Earnings (10yr)
$38,875
Net Price
25,777
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Overview

Full Sail University has an enrollment of nearly 25,800 students, creating a vibrant community focused on creative and technical fields. The school specializes in degrees related to visual arts, performing arts, computer science, and engineering. This large student body means ample networking opportunities and diverse perspectives in the classroom.

According to recent data, graduates from Full Sail earn a median salary of $38,219 ten years after enrollment. While the graduation rate sits at 47%, many students find their passion in industries like entertainment and technology, where hands-on experience and skill development are crucial. The data does not provide specific insights into mobility, but the focus on career-oriented programs suggests a pathway for students aiming to elevate their economic status.

The net price of attending Full Sail is $38,875, with a median debt of $27,000. Students often rely on financial aid, with 34% receiving Pell Grants. Those who thrive here are typically driven individuals seeking careers in creative fields or tech, ready to engage in a fast-paced learning environment that emphasizes real-world applications.

How Full Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation47%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$39KRetention53%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate34%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$39K$0-30K$38K$30-48K$38K$48-75K$42K$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%1062.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1379.9%MOBILITY146.56%

Cost & Financial Aid

$26,906
In-State Tuition
$26,906
Out-of-State
$38,875
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
34%
Pell Grant Rate
63%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$38,738
Family Income $0–$30K
$38,162
Family Income $30K–$48K
$38,181
Family Income $48K–$75K
$41,762
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$31,917
6 Years After Entry
$32,373
8 Years
$38,219
10 Years
0.71x
Debt-to-Earnings
55%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$31,917 6yr $32,373 8yr $38,219 10yr

Social Mobility

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

146.56%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1379.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1062.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$80,400
Parent Median Income

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 53%
Full-Time Faculty 91%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,970
Diversity Index 0.73
First-Gen Students 39%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 43%
Computer Science & IT 6%
English & Literature 6%
Communications 3%
Engineering 2%
Business & Marketing 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Southeast
Accreditor Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
27%
White
35%
Hispanic
20%
Black
32%
Asian
2%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

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