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Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate25%

FSU Academics

Florida State University requires at least 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

Florida State University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts and IB credits. Additionally, Florida State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 85% of students who start college at Florida State University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Florida State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Florida State University?

Florida State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Florida State University.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer Yes

Reminder: Check with Florida State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Florida State University

When choosing a major, Florida State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Florida State University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Florida State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Florida State University


Does Florida State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Florida State University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Florida State University Have An Online Program?

✅ Florida State University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Florida State University Give AP Credit?

🟨 Florida State University may offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Check with the school directly for any information on AP transfer credit.

Does Florida State University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Florida State University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Florida State University.

Does Florida State University Require Internships?

❌ Florida State University does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Florida State University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.


Additional Information About Florida State University


Florida State University Library

The main library on campus is the Robert Manning Strozier Library and there are 7 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Florida State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

FSU offers these dual degree programs:

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Florida State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Florida State University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Florida State University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

44,161

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

25%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,493

Out-of-State

$20,623

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Mar 1
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