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Florida Gulf Coast University is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Fort Myers, Florida. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Florida Gulf Coast University top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study liberal arts.
The admissions department at Florida Gulf Coast University does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 470 to 560 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 570 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 7,249 students (5,767 full-time equivalent).
Florida Gulf Coast University has a large share of part-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Students sports include formal participation in Division II Independents competitions.
Tuition is fairly low at the school.
More complete details are provided below.
Florida Gulf Coast University
10501 Fgcu Blvd S
Fort Myers, FL 33965-6565
General Phone: (239) 590-1000
Admissions Phone: (239) 590-7878
Financial Aid Phone: (239) 590-7920
http://www.fgcu.edu
Florida Gulf Coast University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 385 | liberal arts and sciences, political science |
| Business And Management | 292 | business management, accounting, MIS, marketing, finance |
| Education And Teaching | 178 | elementary school teaching, educational administration, special ed, curriculum and instruction, school counseling, reading teaching, secondary teaching, early childhood education |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 133 | registered nursing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 51 | criminal justice and safety, criminal science |
| Family And Social Work | 43 | human services, social work, public administration |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 39 | health service and sciences, clinical lab tech |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 21 | occupational therapy, exercise science |
| Therapy And Counseling | 14 | physical therapy |
| Law | 8 | legal assistant |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 7 | computer and info science |
| Hospitality | 2 | resort management |
Number of programs and degrees for Florida Gulf Coast University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 834 | 21 |
| Master's degree | 246 | 15 |
| Associate's degree | 93 | 1 |
In 2005, Florida Gulf Coast University had a total enrollment of 7,249 students (5,767 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 78% |
| Graduate | 22% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 9% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 85% |
| Foreign countries | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 76 % |
Florida Gulf Coast University offers campus housing for 1,946 of its 5,767 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Fort Myers, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,449 | 2,617 | 76% | 1,353 | 52% |
| Men | 1,383 | 1,011 | 73% | 564 | 56% |
| Women | 2,066 | 1,606 | 78% | 789 | 49% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 53% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (239) 590-7878
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,373 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,414 |
| Room and board | $ 7,460 |
| Room charge | $ 3,620 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,972 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,840 |
Financial Aid:
Florida Gulf Coast University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3255300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (239) 590-7920
Florida Gulf Coast University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 9 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 104 | 105 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 5 | $114,961 | 6 | $86,732 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 6 | $71,132 | 8 | $75,266 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $62,826 | 8 | $62,728 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $48,190 | 10 | $54,023 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 19 | $76,087 | 32 | $67,643 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 15 | $78,848 | 12 | $69,272 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 31 | $64,017 | 20 | $57,939 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 31 | $50,419 | 30 | $47,131 |
| Instructor | academic year | 17 | $35,248 | 18 | $37,807 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 94 | $56,696 | 80 | $51,056 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Division II Independents |
| Baseball | Division II Independents |
| Track | Division II Independents |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 48 | 34 | 82 |
| Basketball | 10 | 11 | 21 |
| Baseball | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Track | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 17 | 23 | 40 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
Public Administration
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Criminalistics and Criminal Science
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Florida Gulf Coast University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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