Fort Myers, Florida
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Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) is a public university in Lee County, Florida, United States. Located near Fort Myers, it is part of the State University System of Florida and is its second-youngest member. The university was established on May 3, 1991, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). It offers 65 bachelor's degree programs, 27 master's degree programs, 7 doctoral…
Value rank
Ranked #209 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck. Source: WM Best Value ↗
National rank
Ranked #341 in Forbes Top Colleges (2026). Source: Forbes ↗
Total CoA (on-campus): $23,732
Room & Board: $10,914
Books & Supplies: $1,200
Receive Aid: 79%
Avg Grant Aid: $7,858
Pell Grant Recipients: 26%
10501 Fgcu Blvd S, Fort Myers, Florida, 33965-6565
Visit University SiteTotal CoA (on-campus): $42,776
Room & Board: $10,914
Books & Supplies: $1,200
Receive Aid: 79%
Avg Grant Aid: $7,858
Pell Grant Recipients: 26%
25th–75th Percentile
SAT Total: 1040–1210
SAT ERW: 530–620
SAT Math: 510–590
ACT Composite: 20–25