Florida Polytechnic University

Lakeland, FL

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Florida Polytechnic University is a mid-size public baccalaureate institution located in Lakeland, Florida, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,689. As a baccalaureate-level institution, it concentrates its academic programs at the undergraduate level, offering focused four-year degrees with direct pathways to employment or graduate study. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Florida postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 58% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 58% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $11,316 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $92,109. The 4-year graduation rate is 54%, 9 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.

Acceptance Rate

57.5%

Avg Net Price

$11,853

6-yr Grad Rate

52.5%

Earnings 10yr

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
57.5%
SAT Range
1170–1340
ACT Range
24–30
Enrollment
1,689
Student:Faculty
17:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$4,940
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,005
Room & Board
$14,482
Students Receiving Aid
32.6%
Median Debt at Grad

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