Florida Polytechnic University
At a Glance
Florida Polytechnic University is the state’s only all-STEM public university, leading the way toward a high-tech future with project-based education in engineering and applied science. Florida Poly is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as the top public college in the Southern U.S. for the second straight year, and a top-30 engineering program without a Ph.D. With small classes and laser-focused degree plans, graduates are qualified for the high-wage, high-demand jobs needed throughout the state. The University is a powerful economic engine for Florida, combining scientific research with industry partnerships to give students a top STEM education with real-world relevance.
Florida Polytechnic University (Florida Poly) is a Public institution located in the Central-West region of Florida. Florida Poly has Regional Accreditation and is affiliated with Florida State University System.
The main campus in Lakeland, FL has a Rural feeling. 53% of students take advantage of the On-Campus Housing.
Florida Polytechnic University offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:
- Associate (2 yr.)
- Bachelor's (4 yr.)
- Graduate Degree
- Certificate
- Bachelor of Science Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science Computer Engineering
- Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science Data Science
Student Body (as of 2023)
| Enrollment Type | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Full Time | 1309 |
| Part Time | 226 |
Full-time students outnumber part-time students (5.79:1) at Florida Polytechnic University.
| Ethnicity | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.10 |
| Asian | 5.70 |
| Black/African American | 6.90 |
| Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.10 |
| Hispanic/Latino | 24.50 |
| White/Caucasian | 56.90 |
| Other/Unknown | 5.80 |
The most common ethnicity is White/Caucasian (56.9%) followed by Hispanic/Latino (24.5%.)
| Gender | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| Female | 18.94 |
| Male | 81.06 |
At 81.1%, male students outnumber female students by a very significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.
Florida Polytechnic University students are mostly First-Time in College, Florida residents.
| Total Students: | 1,535 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Students: | 1,469 |
| Graduate Students: | 66 |
| Average Student Age: | 20 |
Costs and Financial Aid (as of Fall 2022)
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Scholarships
The Office of Financial Aid is a source for educating students and families on their financial aid so that they are prepared to deal with their finances while attending and after they leave Florida Polytechnic Univeristy.
Please check with the University for housing options and costs.
Please contact financialaid@floridapoly.edu for information about specific scholarship opportunities.
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition | 4940.00 |
| Books and Supplies | 1200.00 |
| Housing Costs | 12219.00 |
The total estimated full time costs of $18,359.00 consists of $4,940.00 for Tuition, $1,200.00 for Books and Supplies, and $12,219.00 for Housing.
Admissions (as of 2022)
Please refer https://floridapoly.edu/admissions-and-aid/first-time-students/undergraduate.php for additional details on deadlines and notification dates for first year and transfer students.
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Florida Poly will conduct an evaluation upon admission to determine a student’s transferable credit. Florida Poly adheres to the statewide articulation agreement, and has separate articulation agreements in place with Polk State College and South Florida State College.
Transfer Admission Process: https://floridapoly.edu/admissions-and-aid/transfer.php
Transfer Credit Review Process: https://floridapoly.edu/registrar/transfer-credit.php
Undergraduates
- Review transfer requirements and application deadlines for undergraduate degree programs.
Graduates
- Review transfer requirements and application deadlines for graduate degree programs.
Others: Re-admit students should visit the appropriate page on the Office of Admissions website. Students with questions about other opportunities should email admissions@floridapoly.edu.
| ACT Score: | 27 – 32 |
|---|---|
| SAT Score: | 1,290 – 1,410 |
| High School: | 4 – 4.7 |
|---|---|
| For Merit Scholarship: | 3 |
Florida Polytechnic University encourages students to apply early. The Office of Admissions employs a holistic review process, taking into account a student’s academic record, standardized test scores, and involvement in extra-curricular activities.
-Applications Open: August 1
-Fall Early Action Deadline: Nov 15
-Regular Decision Deadline: March 3rd
-Late Decision Deadline: May 1st
Spring 2024
- Application Opens: August 1st
- Application Deadline: December 1st
Fall Transfer deadlines:
- Application Opens: August 1st
- Application Deadline: July 15th
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Campus Life (as of 2023)
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Florida Polytechnic Univeristy students experience a range of culturally-focused activities ranging from guest speakers to university-sponsored events that expand students’ world view and enrich their lives. Students have access to all daily happenings on and around campus through the university events calendar.
Annual rituals, bookended by Orientation and Commencement, provide tradition to the university experience. Student-directed events, including FLPolyCon and the FL Poly Hack-a-Thon, provide leadership opportunities for students to shape their living and learning environment.
Find out more ways to get involved in Student Governmnet, clubs and organzations, recreation and teams.