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UNIVERSITY · CDS 2023-2024
Florida State University
Prepared for Sample Student · Tallahassee, FL
Best-case 4-yr offset
$69,756
AP savings + Presidential Scholars Program
Typical 4-yr offset
$64,872
AP + avg merit × 4 · 25% receive merit
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $54,488 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
25.0%
Yield 36.0% · Test Optional
Annual Sticker Cost
$41,417
Net after avg aid: $27,795
AP Tuition Saved
$27,756
36 credits · 2.4 semester(s)

Admissions Profile

SAT Total (mid 50%)
1300–1460
ACT Composite
29–32
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
RD

Average high school GPA of all degree-seeking, first-time, first-year students who submitted GPA: 4.2

Cost Breakdown

Tuition$20,063
Fees$50
Room & board$14,020
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$41,417
Average need-based aid− $13,622
Net price (avg)$27,795

Merit Scholarship Opportunity

Presidential Scholars Program
$10,500 /yr
Vires Scholarship
$2,000 /yr

AP Investment & Return

Based on FSU's AP credit policy (min score 3, capped at 45 credits).

Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
+8 credits · $6,168
5
Chemistry
+8 credits · $6,168
5
Biology
+8 credits · $6,168
5
English Language
+6 credits · $4,626
4
US History
+6 credits · $4,626
4
Credits
36
Sem. saved
2.4
Saved
$27,756
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction

Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.

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Say to the student

"At Florida State, you'll find a vibrant and diverse community of scholars. You'll have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, study abroad, and pursue your passions. We're looking for students who are intellectually curious, driven, and eager to make a difference in the world."

College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2023-2024 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22