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#9 Best Public Universities in Florida

FGCU Admission Requirements

Fort Myers, Florida

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Your chances of getting into Florida Gulf Coast University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

74.4%
Admission Difficulty for Florida Gulf Coast University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at FGCU is 74.4%.  Its admission rate is the 37th lowest in Florida.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into FGCU and can you get accepted?

FGCU is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 11,647 out of the 15,657 who applied were admitted.

Florida Gulf Coast University typically accepts and attracts "A/A+" average high school students with an average GPA around 4.0. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into FGCU?

74% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Florida Gulf Coast University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 4.0 or better
  • Earn A/A+ grades in high school
  • Score 1120 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

FGCU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

4.0

Typical High School Grades 

A/A+

What GPA do you need to get into Florida Gulf Coast University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into FGCU are to have around a 4.0 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as FGCU accepts 74% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at FGCU is 4.0 on the 4.0 scale. 49% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A/A+ letter grades and regularly score around 97-100 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #2 in Florida for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Florida Gulf Coast University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 49.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 15.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 11.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 6.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 3.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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FGCU SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1040-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT 

78%
SAT Scores for Florida Gulf Coast University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 510
Composite 25th Percentile 1040
SAT Scores for Florida Gulf Coast University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1200
Average SAT Score 1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Florida Gulf Coast University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at FGCU is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1040-1200. Students who get into Florida Gulf Coast University score in the top 53 percent of all SAT test takers..  FGCU ranks #23 in the state of Florida for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. FGCU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1040 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1040, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 960, but scores this low are outside the normal range. A competitive SAT score is very important as 78 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1120 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1120, you have around a 74% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Florida Gulf Coast University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >84%
1120 to 1200 Avg + 74%-84%
1040 to 1120 Avg - 60%-74%
960 to 1040 Reach 44%-60%
Less than 960 Low <44%
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FGCU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

48%
ACT Scores for Florida Gulf Coast University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 20
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for Florida Gulf Coast University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into FGCU?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to FGCU is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 25.  The school ranks #29 in Florida for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

48 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Florida Gulf Coast University.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into FGCU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 74% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 86% with a 25 ACT score.

Florida Gulf Coast University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >86%
22 to 25 Avg + 74%-86%
20 to 22 Avg - 63%-74%
18 to 20 Reach 50%-63%
Less than 18 Low <50%
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High School Class Rank

75% of Florida Gulf Coast University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Florida Gulf Coast University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 16%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 75%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Florida Gulf Coast University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 9,780 5,855 15,657
Accepted 7,184 4,463 11,647
Acceptance Rate 73% 76% 74%
Enrolled 1,587 1,216 2,803
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 22% 27% 24%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Nov 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2025 has passed. Applications were due on Nov 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Florida Gulf Coast University is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Florida Gulf Coast University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Florida Gulf Coast University Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Florida Gulf Coast University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because FGCU is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 4.0 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1120 on the SAT and 22 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=433660 IPEDS survey data for Florida Gulf Coast University.

Last updated February 24, 2024