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Florida Institute of Technology

Melbourne, FL 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate64%

Florida Institute of Technology Admissions

Florida Institute of Technology is moderately difficult to get into. Around 64% of applicants get into Florida Institute of Technology each year. Last year, 13,920 students applied to Florida Institute of Technology and 8,966 were admitted.

If you are applying to Florida Institute of Technology, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Florida Institute of Technology Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Florida Institute of Technology's admissions stats.

Florida Institute of Technology 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 31%
Mean SAT Score 1218
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 75%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 28%
Waitlist No

Florida Institute of Technology Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Florida Institute of Technology.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

Considering Applying Early to Florida Institute of Technology?


Florida Institute of Technology does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Florida Institute of Technology Admissions


How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to Florida Institute of Technology?

It is moderately difficult to get into Florida Institute of Technology. Florida Institute of Technology evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Florida Institute of Technology accepted 64% of all applicants, approximately 8,966 from 13,920 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Florida Institute of Technology, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Florida Institute of Technology is moderately difficult.

Transferring to Florida Institute of Technology

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Florida Institute of Technology

Florida Institute of Technology has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Florida Institute of Technology Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling 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 shine.

Admissions Factors at Florida Institute of Technology

Curious about the factors that are considered by Florida Institute of Technology 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
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Class Rank Considered
Application Essay Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Work Experience Considered

Make sure to check with Florida Institute of Technology for more information on admission factors.

Florida Institute of Technology 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Florida Institute of Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Florida Institute of Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Florida Institute of Technology?

Students admitted to Florida Institute of Technology have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 41% submitted a class rank. At Florida Institute of Technology 31% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 57% were in the top 25% and 84% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Florida Institute of Technology, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 8.8%
3.75 and 3.99 26.4%
3.50 and 3.74 22.5%
3.25 and 3.49 17.5%
3.00 and 3.24 13.6%
2.50 and 2.9 10.5%
2.00 and 2.49 0.7%

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 Institute of Technology directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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.

Standardized Test Scores

Florida Institute of Technology is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 75% of Florida Institute of Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 28% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Florida Institute of Technology?

To be competitive with other Florida Institute of Technology applicants, you should aim to score between 1120 and 1310 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Florida Institute of Technology 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1310 and 25% of scored lower than 1120, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Florida Institute of Technology student is 1218.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Florida Institute of Technology students scored 660 or higher and 75% of students scored 560 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Florida Institute of Technology students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 560 or higher.

To be most competitive at Florida Institute of Technology, you should strive to earn between 22 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Florida Institute of Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Florida Institute of Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to Florida Institute of Technology

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Florida Institute of Technology. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Florida Institute of Technology during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


Florida Institute of Technology Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Florida Institute of Technology?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Florida Institute of Technology.

Does Florida Institute of Technology accept transfer credits?

✅ Florida Institute of Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Florida Institute of Technology accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Florida Institute of Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Florida Institute of Technology accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Florida Institute of Technology?

✅ Florida Institute of Technology is not test optional.

What is Florida Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Florida Institute of Technology is 64%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Florida Institute of Technology?

❌ Florida Institute of Technology does not offer early decision.

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Florida Institute of Technology Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

64%

How hard is it to get into Florida Institute of Technology? Florida Institute of Technology is a somewhat selective institution. The Florida Institute of Technology acceptance rate is 64%. This means that the institution accepts 64 out of every 100 applicants.

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Florida Institute of Technology Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Florida Institute of Technology is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Florida Institute of Technology is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Florida Institute of Technology SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1120 - 1310

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Math SAT Range

560 - 660

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Reading SAT Range

560 - 660

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1310 and Above

Good

1120 to 1310

Avg

1120 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Florida Institute of Technology students is 1218. Applicants with SAT scores of 1310 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Florida Institute of Technology, while applicants with SAT scores between 1120 to 1310 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1120 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Florida Institute of Technology.

Florida Institute of Technology GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.51

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Florida Institute of Technology, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.51. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

8,358

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

64%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$44,320

Out-of-State

$44,320

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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