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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY Enjoy the view from the top. Florida State University Florida State University, is designated as one designated a pre-eminent of two pre-eminent university in the state of research universities in Florida and the nation’s the state. most efficient university, is one of the most respected research and learning institutions in the country. Named by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education as a leader in very high research activity – a designation given to only 73 public colleges and universities – Florida State is home to many nationally-ranked programs, including the sciences, arts, business, communication, and law. At a Glance Location: Tallahassee, FL; Leon County; the state capital (population: 283,700) Founded: 1851, the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida Setting: Urban, mid-size city in northwest Florida; sub-tropical climate Character: Comprehensive, Research, Traditional, Residential, Public, and Coeducational Enrollment: 41,477 total students At Florida State, you will find a rigorous academic from all 50 states, the District of environment within a community of internationally- Columbia, and over 140 countries; recognized faculty who are award-winning 32,276 undergraduates; 55% female; artists, scientists, authors, teachers, designers, 29% minority; 5% international researchers, entrepreneurs, and performers from around the globe. From libraries to laboratories and classrooms, we offer a student-centered Faculty: 2,422 education that inspires the academically motivated, intellectually curious, and socially Class Size: 77% of our classes conscious student. have fewer than 40 students We are more than just a place where classes are Freshman Retention Rate: 92% taught and innovations are born. We are a place where you will be challenged to turn research into discovery, inspiration into opportunity, and ideas Six-Year Graduation Rate: 77% into action. Located in Florida’s capital city, we provide unmatched access to policy makers and Colors: Garnet and Gold leaders, who are enacting change and shaping the future. We invite you to be a part of it. Our 16 colleges; state-of-the-art research laboratories; extraordinary dance and performance facilities; supportive, student-centered community; and more than 150 undergraduate majors provide you with an abundance of Commitment to comprehensive, diverse, and intellectual opportunities. Academic Excellence Learn more and do more in the Honors Program, where exceptional first-time students benefit from an enriched curriculum and experiential learning projects. Achieve more with the support of the staff from the Office of National Fellowships as they mentor you through the selection process for prestigious scholarships/ fellowships. Since 2005, our students have won more than 140 nationally competitive awards, including three prestigious Rhodes, three Truman, seven Goldwater, and 18 Hollings scholarships; four Pickering fellowships; and 60 Fulbright grants. Learn from the best, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, Guggenheim Fellows, members of the National Academy of Sciences and American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and more. Create noteworthy, collaborative research projects with help from the Office of Undergraduate Research. Expand your horizons by getting involved with the Center for Global Engagement, and look through a window to the world without ever leaving campus. Flex your mental muscles by joining a Freshman Interest Group where, with other like-minded freshmen, you’ll take core classes and explore the learning culture at FSU. Find your passion and declare your major by working with our award-winning academic advisers. 4 The recent opening of the Honors, Scholars, & Fellows House (The House) demonstrates our commitment to recognizing, fostering, and rewarding academic excellence. Centrally Study all night long at “Club Stroz” – Strozier Library puts seven floors of located, The House brings together technology and educational resources at your fingertips 24 hours a day. You have major programs such as Honors, the access to group study rooms equipped with SMART boards and floor-to-ceiling Office of Undergraduate Research, the white boards; individual study rooms; free laptop checkout, textbook rentals, and tutoring; and a 24-hour Starbucks (eat and drink anywhere you please!). Office of National Fellowships, and the Excel in the areas of leadership, internship, service, globalism, and research, and Graduate Fellows Society to create an you too can be honored by the Garnet and Gold Scholar Society at graduation. interactive community that supports the Create positive change through the Center for Leadership and Social Change’s success of our highest achievers at the service-learning initiatives that will make you a better citizen, leader, and person. undergraduate and graduate levels. 5 Branch Out In STEM The top STEM University in the state, FSU ranks first Gain in four of eight areas Real World of external funding for Experience the STEM disciplines FSU’s Department of (Science, Technology, Retail Merchandising and Making The World Engineering, and Product Development has A Better Place Math). been named #3 in the Florida State is fifth in the nation Business Is Good South among fashion among universities with Boren The College of merchandising Scholarship recipients (seniors Business undergraduate schools. who will spend a year, or program is ranked #34 more, studying abroad and among public institutions immersing themselves in in the nation with its another culture. Real Estate Program ranked #9. Good For And The Winner Is… Your Soul Our film students were The College of Music awarded five Student is ranked #5 in the Emmys, more than any Seminole nation among public other school, at the 34th universities and is one College Television of the oldest and Awards. largest in the Success world. Without A Doubt Your Road The College of Law ranks as To Success the nation’s 19th best (and Since 2006, FSU is the Florida’s best) in terms ‘ only public university of job placement. Garnet in Florida to have a And Gold Rhodes Scholar, and For Life we’ve had three! And FSU has the highest Justice For All percentage in the state Dollars And Sense Just ask the top two of alumni giving back Ranked 4th as a Best Value criminologists in the to the University. College by Princeton Review country who are faculty & USA Today and 19th as members in the College a Best Value University of Criminology and by Kiplinger. Criminal Justice. 6 7 Living the Seminole Dream Whether you find yourself catching some rays at the Rez, sweating it out at Leach, Achieve Success clowning around in the FSU Flying High Circus, taking a walk through ‘Nole history Room with other freshmen who share in the Heritage Museum, or finding your role in our more than 600 recognized similar academic student organizations, you’ll quickly feel at home at Florida State University! interests in our living- learning communities. Chow Down Pick from multiple meal plans on campus so there’s no need for grocery Find Your shopping, cooking, and College Home cleaning, and it’s AYCE every Be in the heart of the day of the week! action by living in one of the 14 on-campus residence halls. Be Captivated Marvel at the FSU Flying High Circus, Explore Oglesby one of only two Union collegiate circuses Enjoy music and in the country. comedy at Club Stay Fit at the Leach Downunder and Take advantage of bowling and billiards our huge recreational at Crenshaw Lanes, facility: indoor track Get in on the Action as well as painting overlooking an indoor Cheer on our 20 and photography Olympic-size pool; Feel the Rhythm NCAA Division I classes at the Art extensive cardio, Experience the sounds of teams as they Center. strength, and weight- the Marching Chiefs, the compete in the lifting equipment; largest collegiate band in Atlantic Coast basketball and the world. Conference (ACC). racquetball courts; Go ‘Noles! whirlpools; and more. 8 Soak in the Rez Relax at our 73-acre lakefront property where you can swim, canoe, kayak, and picnic with friends. Catch a Free Movie Be entertained by independent, foreign, and blockbuster films in the Student Life Cinema. Get Competitive at the Rec SportsPlex Get your game on at the single-largest collegiate outdoor See the World, recreational facility Seminole-Style which hosts flag Learn about our football, basketball, International Programs: soccer, wallyball, Cheers! in the U.K.; dodgeball, and many Hola! in Spain or other intramural sports. Panama; Ciao! in Italy. We have more than 20 study centers located all over the world. 9 Ready to Apply? 1. Create your Self-reported Student Academic Record (SSAR) at admissions. fsu.edu. To learn about SSAR, go to admissions.fsu.edu/freshman/ admissions/ssar.cfm. 2. Apply online at admissions.fsu.edu/ undergradapp. 3. Submit officialACT (#0734) and/or SAT (#5219) results for every test taken. (Applicants taking the ACT must also submit the ACT writing test.) 4. Contact the academic department directly if majoring in dance, film, music, or theatre. Please note that letters of recommendation are not required and will not be used in the decision-making process. Freshman Notification Dates Applications & All Supporting Documents Received By: Decisions Available Online: October 15, 2014 December 17, 2014 January 14, 2015 March 18, 2015 All information used to make an admission decision must be received by the published deadlines. For detailed information about admission requirements go to admissions.fsu.edu/freshman.