Mentorship That Matters
With a 14:1 student-faculty ratio, your professors will know your name and help shape your future.
Where Passion Meets Purpose
You want more than a degree—you want to be challenged, inspired, and supported every step of the way. At Florida Southern, you’ll work closely with passionate professors, dig into hands-on research, and join a community where your curiosity is celebrated. Here, your academic goals become your future reality.
Real Research. Real Results.
From labs to fieldwork, you’ll collaborate with faculty and contribute to projects that make an impact.
Graduate School Ready
100% of our pre-law and pre-health students are accepted into top programs across the country.
Challenge Accepted
Join the Honors College and dig deeper through discussion-based classes, enrichment trips, and research opportunities.
Global Perspective
Study abroad opportunities help you deepen your academic focus and see your field through a global lens.
Where Curiosity Leads
With 100+ academic programs and endless faculty support, there’s no limit to where your passion for learning can take you.
When you apply early, you'll unlock these perks
No pressure to have it all ready at once. Transcripts, test scores (if you’re submitting them), and recommendations can be turned in after you've submitted your application.
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No application fee—just 30 minutes and some basic info to get started. (Transcripts and test scores can be forwarded later.)
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Automatic merit scholarship consideration + opportunity to apply for full-ride awards.
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Watch for your red envelope and an invitation to Southern Select, an exclusive on-campus event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Florida Southern offers a one-of-a-kind college experience that blends academic excellence with hands-on learning, a vibrant student life, and a historic lakeside campus. You’ll work closely with professors who know your name, gain real-world experience through internships, research, and service, and become part of a close-knit community where your growth, personally and professionally, is the priority. Additionally, our campus is ranked among the most beautiful in the country, and our students enjoy access to all of Central Florida's resources.
FSC is an excellent fit for students who are curious, motivated and community-minded. Whether you're passionate about science, the arts, business, or exploring your path, you’ll find support here to discover your strengths and achieve your goals. Our students care about their future—and each other. They get involved, take on leadership roles, and are ready to make a difference.
Florida Southern’s application typically opens in June and remains open throughout the school year. Applying early ensures you're in the first round of admission and scholarship consideration. More about deadlines »
No. You can submit your application first and send supporting documents as they become available. We recommend submitting materials as soon as possible to keep your application on track. More about supplemental materials »
Students who apply early will typically receive an admission decision within a few weeks of submitting all materials, often before the Thanksgiving holiday. That gives you more time to plan, explore campus, and compare options.
While we evaluate all applicants holistically, applying early means your application is reviewed when more spaces and scholarships are available. It shows you're seriously considering FSC, which can be an advantage.
Southern Select is an exclusive, invite-only event for our top admitted students. To be eligible, you must apply and be accepted. It’s an excellent opportunity to connect with other future Mocs and experience what makes FSC special.
Yes. If you need to update your test scores, academic records, or even your intended major, reach out to our admission team-we’re happy to help.
Only Early Decision applicants must commit early. If you apply for Early Action or Regular Decision, your enrollment deposit is due by May 1.
Yes! Early applicants are among the first to receive scholarship offers, invitations to special events, and early access to admitted student perks, including exclusive visit programs, priority class registration, and housing when they deposit.
Florida Southern is committed to making a private college education affordable. Our generous merit scholarships are automatic with your application, and we award more than $66 million in financial aid each year. Nearly all of our students—99%—receive financial assistance, and many pay less than they would at a public university. For students who apply and visit, the Southern Experience Scholarship provides an additional award.
Success. FSC graduates go on to top graduate schools, land competitive jobs, and make a meaningful impact in their fields. 99% of them are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation. Florida Southern's nationally ranked Career Services team will help you build a standout résumé, explore career options, and connect with internships and employers starting in your first year.
Need Help
We’re here for you every step of the way. Whether you have questions about your application, scholarships, or what it’s really like to be an FSC student, our admission counselors are happy to help.
Southern Showcase
Join us for our open-house event and experience FSC’s one-of-a-kind living and learning community. Take a student-guided tour of campus, dive deeper into academic programs, get answers to admissions questions, learn about scholarships and financial aid, and meet new friends.