Florida Southern College
Florida Southern College is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Lakeland, FL. It enrolls about 3,194 students and admits roughly 59% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Lakeland, FL 33801 |
| County | Polk County |
| Enrollment | 3,194 |
| Acceptance rate | 59% |
| Applicants / admitted | 10,874 / 6,423 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $42,360 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $42,360 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 69% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 78% |
| Campus setting | City: Midsize |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 590–660 |
| ACT middle 50% | 25–30 |
| Website | www.flsouthern.edu/ |
| Phone | 8636804111 |
Admissions
About 10,874 students applied and 6,423 were admitted. Of those admitted, 640 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $42,360 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 714 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 69% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Florida Southern College is in Lakeland, FL, Polk County. Its coordinates are 28.0324, -81.9482.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Florida Southern College?
About 59% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 10,874 applicants.
How much does Florida Southern College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $42,360 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Florida Southern College?
About 3,194 students are enrolled.