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Florida State University

Tallahassee, FLPublic32,212 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
24.2%
SAT middle 50%
1270–1410
ACT middle 50%
29–32
Next deadline
Dec 1
Application fee
$30

✓ From the official admissions page
Oct 15, 2026 Early Decision Binding Closed
Oct 15, 2026 Early Action Decision by December 17 · Non-binding Closed
Dec 1, 2026 Regular Decision Decision by February 18 · Non-binding 22 days left
Mar 1, 2027 Rolling Decision by Rolling basis in April 112 days left
“Early Action Eligible Applicants: FL Residents Only Application Deadline: October 15 Materials Deadline: October 22”
Source: admissions.fsu.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application Common App, FSU Application (Admissions Portal)
Testing SAT or ACT scores are required.
Essays 2 essay prompts listed on the official page
Fee $30

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

Talent-based programs (Acting BFA, Athletics, Dance, Film, Music, Music Theatre, Stage Man Not eligible for Early Decision; contact academic department directly for specific major requirements (dance, film, music, stage management, Extra step

In-state tuition
$5,656
Out-of-state tuition
$20,116
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$68,225
6-year graduation
86%
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