FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY
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Learning is not a spectator sport
At FGCU, your success is our main mission. In and out of the classroom. From undergrad to alum.
} Smaller classes - average class size is 33 students, 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
} Hands-on learning - research, internships and other opportunities that prepare you for the professional world.
} A lively campus - 250+ clubs and activities for every interest.
It’s all part of the FGCU experience. Discover your passion and path to the future here.
OUR CAMPUS IS A LIVING LABORATORY
FGCU has given me many opportunities to conduct research outside of the classroom. Now, I am working towards presenting my research at different conferences worldwide!”
– Susannah Cogburn, Marine Science
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
Concentrations are listed below degree programs.
* Distance learning / ** Limited access
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND 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.)
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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.)
} 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 & Development
• Computer Information 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
• Global Studies
• History
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Journalism
• Latin American Studies
• Management
• Marketing
• Mathematics
• Medical Humanities
• Medieval & Early Modern Studies
• Museum Studies
• 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
THE WATER SCHOOL
The comprehensive nature of The Water School at FGCU allows us to focus on key areas critical to our water-driven world: climate change, natural resources, ecosystem health and well-being, restoration and remediation. With 400 acres of protected habitat and LEED-certified buildings, FGCU is an environmental lab with sustainability at the core of its mission. This new, state-of-the-art facility expands FGCU’s resources for teaching and researching solutions.
DAVELER & KAUANUI
SCHOOL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
FGCU ranks No. 1 in undergraduate entrepreneurship programs in Florida and No. 22 nationally (The Princeton Review, Entrepreneur magazine). Housed in Lucas Hall, one of our newest buildings, the fast-growing school nurtures an innovative mindset grounded in strong business skills and mentoring from highly successful entrepreneurs. Students from a variety of majors enjoy access to technology that enables them to develop new products and businesses that have real economic impact.
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UNDERGRADUATE 64 GRADUATE 26 CERTIFICATES 17 DOCTORATES 7
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DEGREE PROGRAMS AT FGCU
What’s new on campus?
HIGHEST EMPLOYMENT RATE FGCU holds the for graduates getting jobs in Florida. FLORIDA #1 in the U.S for higher education for the last five years. — U.S. News & World Report — Among the State University System of Florida
15,500 WE HAVE MORE THAN STUDENTS
TOP 15% OF COLLEGES IN THE U.S. — Forbes
Without the connections and assistance from my professors at the University, I don’t think I would have had the opportunity of being offered a job in my field of study weeks before graduation.”
STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO 22:1
– Kendall Komlo, Child and Youth Studies
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There’s a lot to do here!
Get involved and get more out of your college experience.
} Annual traditions –Winter Wonderland, Spirit Day, Beach Bash, Headphone Disco
} EagleFest – A popular outdoor music festival
} 15 high-flying Eagles athletics teams to cheer on
} Multicultural & Leadership Development –
Become your best self
} Student Government –Makes decisions impacting campus life
} 26 fraternities and sororities fostering friendship, service, leadership and scholarship
} Service-Learning –
Connect with friends and change lives
HAVE FUN,
GET INVOLVED
South Village (SoVi) student residences 4,748 STUDENTS LIVING ON CAMPUS IN FLORIDA SAFEST COLLEGE CAMPUSES ONE OF THE HOUSING & SUPPORT STAFF AVAILABLE 24 / 7 — yourlocalsecurity.com
LIVE LEARN where you
SOUTH VILLAGE HOUSING OPTIONS
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
3-BEDROOM SINGLE
Eagle and Osprey halls feature three-bedroom, single-occupancy suites with a kitchenette, common living area and shared bath.
2-BEDROOM SINGLE
Biscayne, Everglades and Palmetto halls offer two-bedroom, single-occupancy suites with split-style bathrooms.
} Movie theater and game rooms
} Computer labs
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Hungry?
Here’s what’s on campus:
BYOB – Burritos, Bowls, TacosThe Marketplace @ The Link –featuring Boar’s Head Deli, snacks and sandwiches
Dunkin’ Donuts / Starbucks
The Boardwalk –
A casual, American-style menu
SoVi Dining – All-you-care-to-eat dining hall featuring homestyle cooking
Einstein Bros. Bagels / Chick-fil-A
239 Burger Bar
Brahma Express – Sushi
Azul’s Brewhouse –
Pub style food & drinks
dineoncampus.com/fgcu
GO AND WORK OUT
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 that can be used for basketball, volleyball, badminton or pickleball. A strength and conditioning room, two studios for fitness classes and a 6,000 sq. ft. outdoor RecDeck. The cardio deck on the second floor has proven to be a student favorite, with machines looking over a million-dollar view of the campus wetlands.
Many opportunities for scholarships
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 (fafsa.gov) ASAP.
} National Merit Scholars can qualify for the total cost of attendance (in-state student).
} FGCU merit scholarships range from $3,000 (President’s Silver Award) to $15,000 (Green & Blue Director’s Award) per year up to four years.
} The FGCU Foundation awards scholarships to nearly 1,400 students each year. Explore all your options at fgcu.edu/scholarships
} FLORIDA RESIDENT: $6,118 / $203.94 per credit hour } NON-FLORIDA RESIDENT: $25,162 / $838.73 per credit hour For more info: 1-888-889-1095 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS APPLICATION DEADLINES } NOVEMBER 1 / Early Action } MARCH 1 / Regular Decision Apply at fgcu.edu/admissions
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TUITION & FEES (2022-23) On-campus housing: $4,820 – $6,796 / Meal plans $1,200 – $4,500 Based on 15 credit hours for 2 semesters. Look for us here Available on iTunes and Google Play q Online Application (FGCU or Common Application) q High School Transcripts q Standardized Test Scores (SAT or ACT) 3
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No tuition increase in 8 years
We’d love to meet you
When you are ready to see how great FGCU is in person, come visit us! Reservations are required. We host daily visits for freshmen, transfers and graduate students as well as Spanish-speaking tours. We also have Eagle Expo, our annual open houses – one in fall and one in the spring. To find out more and register for a visit, go to fgcu.edu/visit
$116 million in financial aid & scholarships awarded annually
54% graduate with zero debt
$13.1 million in Bright Futures scholarships
Questions?
We are here to help.
fgcu.edu/financialaid or (239) 590-7920
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