Florida Gulf Coast University: what international applicants need

What are Florida Gulf Coast University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Florida Gulf Coast University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on March 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Florida Gulf Coast University's acceptance rate?

63.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Florida Gulf Coast University admitted 12,956 of its 20,422 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Florida Gulf Coast University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. Florida Gulf Coast University requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (March 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

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

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 510–590 in Math and 530–610 in Reading and Writing (80% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 20–25.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Florida Gulf Coast University's application fee for international students?

Florida Gulf Coast University's application fee is $30 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Florida Gulf Coast University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Florida Gulf Coast University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Florida Gulf Coast University accept?

Florida Gulf Coast University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Florida Gulf Coast University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Florida Gulf Coast University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Florida Gulf Coast University require?

Florida Gulf Coast University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Florida Gulf Coast University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Florida Gulf Coast University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Florida Gulf Coast University have?

348 of Florida Gulf Coast University's 14,463 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Florida Gulf Coast University cost for international students?

Florida Gulf Coast University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $25,162 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $6,118). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $11,107. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $43,027 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source