Florida Southern College
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 52%
Average High School GPA: 3.5
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1020-1210
ACT Range: 20-28
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 2,000
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: United Methodist Church
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $40,050
Out-of-State Tuition: $40,050
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Lakeland, Florida
Setting: Suburban
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 60°F (16°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 92°F (33°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 50 inches (1270 mm)
Nearest Airport: Tampa International Airport (TPA) — Approximately 40 miles (40-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @floridasouthern
Swim Team Instagram: @fsc_swimming
Twitter: @FLSouthern
Facebook: Florida Southern College
LinkedIn: Florida Southern College
YouTube: FloridaSouthern
TikTok: @floridasouthern
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University Athletics
NCAA Division: Division II
Conference: Sunshine State Conference (SSC)
Nickname: Moccasins (commonly referred to as "Mocs")
Mascot: Mocsie, a water moccasin snake
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Florida Southern Wellness Center
Head Coach: Dan Kirk
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #11
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Sunshine State Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #33
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #4 in Sunshine State Conference
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B-
Academics: B
Diversity: A+-
Athletics: A
Professors: B
Dorms: C
Student Life: B
Value: B-
Campus: B-
Party Scene: C+
Location: B
Campus Food: C
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #252 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #107 of 1,332
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