Florida State University: what international applicants need

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

Florida State University has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on October 15, 2026, Early Action on October 15, 2026, and Regular Decision on December 1, 2026.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Florida State University's acceptance rate?

24.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Florida State University admitted 18,954 of its 78,272 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 State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. Florida State 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 Decision deadline (October 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is September 12, 2026: scores on September 25, 2026, registration by August 28, 2026 (late registration September 1, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Florida State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 630–700 in Math and 640–710 in Reading and Writing (64% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 29–32.
• 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 State University's application fee for international students?

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

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

Yes. Florida State 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 State University accept?

Florida State University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

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

How many recommendation letters does Florida State University require?

Florida State 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 State University require the Common App personal essay?

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

How many international students does Florida State University have?

798 of Florida State University's 32,720 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 State University cost for international students?

Florida State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $18,786 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $5,656). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $13,474. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $38,530 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

Does Florida State University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Florida State University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 436 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source