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2026-27 cycleTallahassee, FL

Florida State University

Florida State University is a major public research institution located in Tallahassee, Florida. Known for its strong academic programs and research facilities, FSU offers top-ranked programs in business, psychology, criminology, fine arts, and law.

Acceptance rate

25%

Undergrad enrollment

34,271

Test policy

Test required

Application fee

$30

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
TransferSpring Transfer DeadlineOctober 1, 2026
Early ActionEarly Action (Florida residents)October 15, 2026
Early DecisionEarly Decision (Domestic applicants)October 15, 2026
Financial AidPriority FAFSA Filing DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
Regular DecisionRegular Decision DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
ScholarshipMerit Scholarship Priority DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
Rolling AdmissionFinal Application DeadlineMarch 1, 2027
TransferSummer Transfer DeadlineMarch 1, 2027
TransferFall Transfer DeadlineJune 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

No supplemental essays required

Florida State University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.

Data gathered August 2026.