About FSU

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking.

FSU's welcoming campus is located on the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida, in a community that fosters free inquiry and embraces diversity, along with championship athletics, and a prime location in the heart of the state capital.

FAST FACTS

  • Founded in 1851; oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida
  • Carnegie Commission classification: "Doctoral Universities: Highest Research Activity"
  • 43,701 students from every Florida county and 130 countries
  • Accepted freshman profile for summer/fall 2024:
    • 4.4 average GPA; 31 average ACT composite score; 1390 average SAT score
  • 96% retention rate for freshmen; 75% graduation rate within four years
  • 17:1 student/faculty ratio
  • 394 buildings on 1,715.5 acres; main campus in Tallahassee is 485.7 acres
  • 2,615 traditional faculty; has included 6 Nobel Laureates
  • 14,705 total employees
  • Operating budget of $1.95 billion
  • FSU's research expenditures totaled more than $414 million for FY 2023.
  • 283 degree programs: bachelor's, master's, doctoral, specialist, professional

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Florida Board of Governors Statement of Free Expression

The State University System of Florida and its twelve public postsecondary institutions adopt this Statement on Free Expression to support and encourage full and open discourse and the robust exchange of ideas and perspectives on our respective campuses...

Program changes based on Florida law

Florida State University is in the process of reviewing and updating programs based on changes to Florida law. Current FSU websites may not accurately reflect the current status of all programs. We intend to have websites updated shortly.