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Florida Gulf Coast University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1040-1200. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 20-25. Florida Gulf Coast University admitted 63% of applicants and required SAT or ACT scores.

SAT middle 50%
1040-1200
ACT middle 50%
20-25
Acceptance rate
63%
Test policy, fall 2024
Required
Undergraduates
13,874

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Florida Gulf Coast University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1200 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Florida Gulf Coast University's SAT submitters; 1040 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 33% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Florida Gulf Coast University?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Florida Gulf Coast University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing530570610
SAT Math510540590
SAT total (estimated)104011101200
ACT composite202225

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 610 in Reading and Writing and 590 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 80 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1114.

Testing policy

Does Florida Gulf Coast University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Required

Florida Gulf Coast University told the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Florida Gulf Coast University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Florida Gulf Coast University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$6,118
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$25,162
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$12,568
First-year retention rate
83%
Graduation rate within 6 years
57%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$54,560

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FAQ

Florida Gulf Coast University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Florida Gulf Coast University?

Florida Gulf Coast University does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1040 and 1200 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1200 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1040 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Florida Gulf Coast University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 20 to 25, with a median of 22. Scoring 25 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Florida Gulf Coast University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Florida Gulf Coast University reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it required SAT or ACT scores. Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Florida Gulf Coast University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Florida Gulf Coast University's acceptance rate?

Florida Gulf Coast University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].