florida state university

Florida State University (FSU) is a public research university located in Tallahassee, Florida. It is a senior member of the State University System of Florida and is recognized as a preeminent university in the state. Chartered in 1851, it operates on Florida's oldest continuous site of higher education. FSU has 17 colleges and over 110 centers, offering 277 degree programs, and enrolls over 44,000 students from all 50 states and more than 130 countries. It is classified as an R1 doctoral university with very high research activity, and it is home to Florida's only national laboratory, the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. The university's intercollegiate sports teams are known as the Florida State Seminoles and compete in NCAA Division I Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Florida State has a significant research budget, a $3 billion annual budget, and an estimated $15.5 billion economic impact. It is also notable for its collaborative relationship with the Seminole Tribe of Florida. FSU is ranked #54 among National Universities in the 2025 U.S. News rankings and #23 among Top Public Schools. The university offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, with diverse student organizations and active campus life. Tuition for in-state students is approximately $6,517 per year, and the university occupies a 486-acre urban campus. The university has a rich tradition, a strong emphasis on research, and a vibrant student community with significant diversity and numerous academic, cultural, and athletic opportunities.