Florida National University

Florida National University is a private school in an urban setting in Hialeah, Florida. Florida National University was founded in 1982 and now enrolls around 4,173 students a year, including 3,876 undergrads.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Florida National University! Love music or performing?

Interested in journalism or communications? Florida National University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? Florida National University has fraternities, but doesn't have sororities.

Planning to play sports? Florida National University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Florida National University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Florida National University on the Student Life page.

2021 Florida National University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	98%
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	2%
Tuition	$13,200

Is Florida National University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a closer look at to get a clearer idea of what Florida National University offers and if it might be a good fit for you.

Florida National University Acceptance Rate 2021

It is moderately difficult to get into Florida National University. The acceptance rate at Florida National University is 98%. Last year, 1,028 students applied to Florida National University and 1,006 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Florida National University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Florida National University, around 73% return for their sophomore year. Around 75% of students who started at Florida National University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Florida National University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. Within six months of graduating, 82% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

The average starting salary for recent Florida National University grads is $35,227 a year. Average starting salaries vary by discipline, but the average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year.

Florida National University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. The school spends $2,500 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Florida National University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $12,900 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Florida National University. Based on this information, how does Florida National University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Florida National University a good school for you?

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Where is Florida National University Located?

Florida National University is located in the urban setting of Hialeah, Florida, less than an hour from Miami.

If you want to see Florida National University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95 to Hialeah, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Miami International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Florida National University and Hialeah are like without leaving home.

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