Student success is at the heart of everything we do at Florida State University. Our undergraduate student retention rate (97%) and four-year graduation rate (78%) are on par with the top 10 public universities in the nation. In 2021, FSU was recognized with the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities’ Degree Completion Award, largely recognized as the top undergraduate student success award in the nation. Additionally, FSU has committed $10 million over five years to enhance graduate student success through our 2024 Quality Enhancement Plan.
Through our integrated, dynamic, and data-engaged approach to supporting students, FSU ensures that students are connected to faculty and staff who are committed to helping them achieve ambitious educational and career goals while preparing them with the foundational skills for the lifelong learning and professional development required in a rapidly changing world.
First-year undergraduate retention rate
Of undergraduates completed a degree in 6 years at FSU
of undergraduates seeking employment secured a job before graduation
Graduate Degrees awarded in 2024
Doctoral degrees awarded annually
Alumni
Retention and Graduation Metrics
The FSU Office of Institutional Research maintains detailed data on retention and graduation trends by degree level.
Freshman Retention Rate [Full-time FTIC students]
| 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96% | 96% | 97% |
FTIC Four-Year Graduation Rate [Full-time, First Time in College students]
| 2019-23 | 2020-24 | 2021-25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74.9% | 75.9% | 78.1% |
Florida College System AA Transfer Three-Year Graduation Rate [Full- and part-time students]
| 2020-23 | 2021-24 | 2022-25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74.4% | 78.4% | 80.4% |
Post-Graduation Outcomes
FSU collects information from graduating students about their post-college plans, including data on those who have secured employment or admission to another educational program.
Percent of Bachelor’s Graduates Enrolled or Employed ($40,000+)
| 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75.1% | 76.2% | 76.0% |
Median Wages of Bachelor’s Graduates Employed Full-time
| 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| $48,500 | $50,300 | $51,300 |
Academic Doctoral Graduates Completing Within Six Years
| 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81% | 80% | 78% |
Institutional and Programmatic Accreditation
FSU’s institutional accreditor is the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. FSU’s accreditation by SACSCOC means the university meets broad standards of quality and ensures that qualifying students have access to Title IV federal financial aid programs. For more information about the university’s status with SACSCOC, visit FSU’s Institutional Accreditation webpage.
FSU also maintains specialized accreditation for select academic programs where such recognition meets licensing or employment requirements or where it enhances a program’s quality or reputation. The most recent list of FSU’s programmatic accreditations is available on the Accreditation and Quality Assurance webpage.
Licensure and Exam Pass Rates
For academic programs preparing students for a profession that leads to licensure or certification, data on FSU student pass rates are provided on the respective program’s website. For ease of navigation, you may use the following links to access that information.
- Medicine
- Nutrition
- School Counseling
Since educational requirements for licensure vary by state, FSU is obligated to inform the public of whether such offerings will meet licensure requirements in Florida and other states. Since graduates often intend to work outside of Florida, prospective and enrolled students are encouraged to check the FSU Professional Licensure and Certification website for any relevant program of study.
Accountability Plan and Student Achievement Data
FSU’s Accountability Plan is an annual report that is closely aligned with the Florida Board of Governors Strategic Plan for the State University System. For more information about student achievement, you may access the most recent report below. Additionally, detailed student achievement data are available from FSU’s Office of Institutional Research.