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Love where you learn
} Located in beautiful Southwest Florida – an area known for the world’s best beaches, fantastic shopping and outdoor dining.
} One of the best values in U.S. higher education – FGCU has not increased tuition in ten years.
} Learn by doing – FGCU makes course material come to life outside the classroom. We offer service-learning, experiential learning, internships, undergraduate research and more. There is something for everyone.
} Find community through FGCU’s engaging campus – 250+ clubs and student organizations.
CAMPUS IS A LABORATORY
After two years at OUR
FGCU, I have full confidence that I chose the perfect school for myself. Between making friendships and learning about things I’m passionate about, FGCU has changed my life. It has pushed me to grow in ways I did not know were possible. Throughout my time here I’ve learned skills to help me professionally and socially. I don’t believe I would have gotten these anywhere else.”
– Olivia Mendez, marketing major
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
Concentrations are listed below degree programs.
* Distance learning / ** Limited access
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
} Anthropology (B.A.)
} Art (B.A.)
} Biochemistry (B.S.)
} Biology (B.A.)
} Biology-Accelerated (B.S.)
} Biology (B.S.)
– Microbiology
– Organismal Biology & Ecology
– Pre-Professional Biology
} Biotechnology (B.S.)
} Chemistry (B.A.)
} Chemistry (B.S.)
} Communication (B.A.)
– Communication Studies
– Public Relations
} Criminal Justice (B.S.)*
} English (B.A.)
} Forensic Science (B.S.)
} Forensic Studies (B.S.)
} History (B.A.)
} Integrated Studies (B.A.)
} Journalism (B.A.)
– Public Relations
} Legal Studies (B.S.)*
} Mathematics (B.A.)
} Mathematics (B.S.)
} Music (B.A.)**
} Music Education (B.M.E.)**
– Choral
– Instrumental
} Music Performance (B.A.)**
– Instrumental
– Piano
– Voice
} Music Therapy (B.M.T.)**
} Philosophy (B.A.)
– Law, Ethics & Society
} Physics (B.S.)
} Political Science (B.A.)
– International Relations & Comparative Politics
– Law & Politics
} Psychology (B.A.)
– Neuroscience & Cognition
} Sociology (B.A.)
} Theatre (B.A.)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
} Child & Youth Studies (B.S.)
– Community Engagement
– Education Studies
} Early Childhood Education (B.A.)
} Elementary Education (B.A.)
} Secondary Biology Education (B.A.)
} Secondary Mathematics Education (B.A.)
} Secondary Social Science Education (B.A.)
} Special Education (B.A.)
DAVELER & KAUANUI SCHOOL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
} Digital Media Design (B.A.)
} Entrepreneurship (B.S.)
LUTGERT COLLEGE
OF BUSINESS
} Accounting (B.S.)
} Analytics & Informatics (B.S.)
– Data Analytics
– Health Informatics
} Computer Information Systems (B.S.)
– Computer Programming
} Economics (B.S.)
} Finance (B.S.)
– Financial Analysis & Management
– Financial Services
– Real Estate Finance
} Management (B.S.)
– Human Resource Management
– International Business
– Leadership
– Sports Management
} Marketing (B.S.)
– Digital Marketing Strategy
– Business Development & Sales
} PGA Golf Management (B.S.)**
} Resort & Hospitality Administration (B.S.)
– Event Management
– Restaurant & Club Management
– Food & Beverage Management
– Lodging Management
} Supply Chain Management (B.S.)
MARIEB COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
} Clinical Laboratory Science (B.S.)**
} Exercise Science (B.S.)
} Health Administration (B.S.)
} Health Science (B.S.)*
} Nursing (B.S.N.)**
} Public Health (B.S.P.H.)
} Social Work (B.S.W.)
THE WATER SCHOOL
} Environmental Geology (B.S.)
} Environmental Studies (B.A.)
– Ecology & Environmental Assessment
– Environmental Education
– Water Resources Science & Management
} Marine Science (B.S.)
U.A. WHITAKER COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
} Bioengineering (B.S.)
} Civil Engineering (B.S.C.E.)
} Computer Science (B.S.)
} Construction Management (B.S.C.M.)
} Environmental Engineering (B.S.Env.E.)
} Software Engineering (B.S.)
UNDERGRADUATE MINORS
• Advertising
• Agribusiness
• Anthropology
• Art
• Art History
• Bioengineering
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Climate Change
• Community Planning
• Global Studies
• History
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Journalism
• Latin American Studies
• Management
• Marketing
• Mathematics
• Medical Humanities
• Medieval & Early Modern & Development Studies
• Computer Information
• Museum Studies Systems
• Computer Science
• Creative Writing
• Critical Theory
• Digital Media Design
• Earth & Space Science
• Economics
• Education
• English
• Entrepreneurship
• Environmental Education
• Environmental Engineering
• Forensic Studies
• French
• Gender Studies
• Geology
• German
• Music
• Peace & Social Justice
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Professional Sales
• Psychology
• Race & Ethnic Studies
• Real Estate
• Religious Studies
• Sociology
• Spanish
• Statistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Theatre
• World Literature
NUMBER OF DEGREE PROGRAMS AT FGCU
26 17 7
UNDER- GRADUATE CERTIFICATES DOCTORATES GRADUATE
What’s new on campus?
Major Investment in New Faculty
FGCU has hired more than 130 new faculty in the past two years. Each of these fantastic educators brings expertise and skills to FGCU that enhance our students’ learning.
The Water School
The Water School at FGCU is a signature program focusing on key areas critical to our water-driven world: climate change, natural resources, ecosystem health and well-being, and restoration and remediation. We offer state-of-the-art research and learning facilities in one building where students will receive the professional preparation they need to tackle real-world problems.
“After 21 years now, we’ve reached a level of maturity in terms of our curricular programs, our research capacity and our people. It’s really about making our communities better, making our communities healthier, making our communities stronger, making our communities more prosperous.”
– Greg Tolley, Ph.D., executive director of The Water School and professor of marine science 65
FGCU holds the
2nd HIGHEST EMPLOYMENT RATE for graduates getting jobs in Florida.
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Smaller classes for a personalized education experience – average class size is 33 students
STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO 22:1
16,000 WE HAVE APPROXIMATELY STUDENTS
I was able to get involved in Student Government, Multicultural and Leadership Development, University Ambassadors, and at the Welcome Center. These opportunities have fostered immense growth in my personal and professional life, and I can confidently say my time at FGCU is what has made me the individual and leader I am today.
Tanner Kelly, political science and communication major
CLASS
North Lake VillageDISMISSED NOW WHAT?
FGCU has so much to offer
Get involved to get the most out of your college experience.
} Annual traditions – Beach Bash, Headphone Disco, Spirit Day, Winter Wonderland
} Eagle Fest – A popular outdoor music festival with past performers Wiz Khalifa, 2 Chainz and Flo Rida
} Eagle Athletics – Cheer on 15 high-flying Division 1 teams
} Multicultural and Leadership Development - Educate, challenge and support fellow students to serve together as champions of change
} Student Government - Work together to represent and empower the student body’s voice
} 26 Fraternities and Sororities
Join a fraternal brotherhood or sisterhood that fosters service, leadership and scholarship
} Service-Learning - Enhance classroom learning, gain career skills and explore passion areas, all while serving our community
HAVE FUN ,
GET INVOLVED
4,748 STUDENTS LIVING ON CAMPUS PER YEAR
HOUSING & SUPPORT STAFF AVAILABLE 24/7
STEPS AWAY FROM RESORT-STYLE POOL AND DINING
South Village (SoVi)ALL the COMFORTS of HOME and more...
MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
3-BEDROOM SINGLE
Eagle and Osprey halls feature three-bedroom, single-occupancy suites with a kitchenette, common living area and shared bath.
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2-BEDROOM SINGLE
Biscayne, Everglades and Palmetto halls offer two-bedroom, single-occupancy suites with split-style bathrooms.
SOUTH VILLAGE ROOM TYPES DESIGNED FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS
} Suite-style living with your own bedroom and a shared bath
} A spacious resort-style pool
} Dining hall
} Fitness rooms
} Community kitchens
} Movie theater and game rooms
} Computer labs
#WingsUp, chow down
Places to dine on campus:
Dunkin’ / Starbucks / Einstein Bros. Bagels / Chick-fil-A BYOB (Build Your Own Bowl) – Burritos, bowls, and nachos
The Marketplace in Howard Hall –Boar’s Head sandwiches and salads, F’real Milkshakes, Pepsi beverages and snacks
The Boardwalk – Waterfront dining with an American-style menu
SoVi Dining – All-you-care-to-eat restaurant featuring homestyle cooking in the heart of South Village
EXERCISE YOUR MIND AND STAY FIT
The University Recreation & Wellness Center is next to South Village. It’s a 50,000-square-foot building offering a wide range of amenities. Two indoor courts can be used for basketball, volleyball, badminton or pickleball. A strength and conditioning room, two studios for fitness classes, and a 6,000-squarefoot outdoor RecDeck. The cardio deck on the second floor has proven to be a student favorite, with machines looking over scenic campus wetlands.
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The Marketplace at The Link – Boar’s Head sandwiches and salads, Pepsi beverages and snacks
Cuban Connection – Authentic Cuban cuisine
Paradise Smoothie – Boba Tea, Fruit Tea, Fresh Fruit Smoothies and Milk Tea
Brahma Express – Fresh-made sushi, rice, and noodle bowls
Yo-Kai Express – Ramen noodle bowls
Just Baked – Hot fresh sandwiches and baked goods located in Eagle’s Landing and Palmetto Residence Hall in South Village
Time to apply — invest in your future
FGCU administers $30 million in scholarships and waivers every year. You may qualify for more than one based on academic achievements, test scores or financial need. Apply early — scholarships are competitive, and most are awarded early in the admission cycle.
Complete your FAFSA (studentaid.gov) ASAP.
} National Merit Scholars can qualify for the total cost of attendance (in-state student).
} FGCU merit scholarships are offered at admission and range from $3,000 to $15,000 per year for up to four years.
Explore all your options at fgcu.edu/scholarships
Get an incredible education at an exceptional value
No tuition increase in 10 years
$118 million in financial aid & scholarships awarded annually
Visit us – we’d love to meet you!
When you are ready to see how great FGCU is in person, please visit us. Reservations are strongly recommended. We host daily visits for first-year students, transfer and graduate students. Tours are offered in English or Spanish. We also have Eagle Expo, our annual open houses – one in fall and one in spring. To find out more and register for a visit, go to fgcu.edu/visit
$13 million in Bright Futures scholarships