Federal
Federal Pell Grant
Up to $7,395 a year (2026–27)
Who qualifies: undergraduates with financial need, based on the FAFSA. It never has to be repaid.
How: file the FAFSA.
Official rules →Paying for college · Tallahassee, FL
How students pay for Florida State University
Sticker price $25,144 a year. After grants, the average student pays $8,605, and what you pay depends on your family's income: anywhere from $4,290 to $17,085.
- 24%admitted
- 32,212undergraduates
- 86%graduate
- 36%get a grant from the school
What it costs, by family income
Average yearly net price for first-time, full-time students who received federal aid, paying in-state tuition. Tap your bracket.
Out-of-state tuition is $20,116 a year versus $5,656 for Florida residents, so non-residents usually pay far more than these figures.
Where the money comes from
Share of first-year students receiving each type of aid, and the average amount.
36%grant from Florida State Universityavg $3,498
21%Federal Pell Grantavg $6,199
79%state grantavg $6,117
20%federal student loanavg $5,180
Scholarships from Florida State University
Awards the school itself offers, as published on its own website (checked 2026-10-28). Amounts and deadlines change: confirm on the linked page.
- Presidential Scholars Program and Scholarship$42,000 total over four years, plus an out-of-state tuition waiver (about $73,808 over four years) for non-residents
High school seniors admitted to the FSU Honors Program; invitation-only, with an interview.
- Stamps Scholars ProgramUp to the full estimated cost of attendance for four years, plus $20,000 in enrichment funding
Five incoming first-year students a year, chosen from among Presidential Scholars; Honors Program applicants are considered automatically.
- Vires Scholarship$16,000 total ($2,000 a semester for eight semesters)
Florida residents admitted as first-year students who showed excellence in a rigorous academic setting.
- Mores Scholarship$12,000 total ($1,500 a semester for eight semesters)
Admitted first-year students who stood out in the holistic review for character and potential impact on the FSU community.
- University Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Merit)100% of the out-of-state portion of tuition, about $18,452 a year ($73,808 over four years)
A limited number of admitted non-Florida first-year students, chosen on grades and test scores; renews with 15 credits a semester and a 3.0 GPA.
- University Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Talent)50% of the out-of-state portion of tuition, about $9,150 a year
Non-Florida first-year students recommended by an FSU fine arts program after an audition, interview or portfolio review.
- National Merit Finalist award / Benacquisto ScholarshipFlorida residents: full in-state cost of attendance (about $16,000-$25,000 a year after Bright Futures). Out-of-state: package worth about $91,808 over four…
National Merit Finalists who receive a National Merit award and list FSU as their first-choice school by May 1.
Grants and scholarships you can apply for
State grant · Florida
Florida Bright Futures
Academic Scholars: 100% of tuition and applicable fees at a Florida public university. Medallion Scholars: 75%
Who qualifies: Florida residents who meet the GPA, test-score and service-hour requirements in high school.
How: Submit the Florida Financial Aid Application before graduating high school.
Official rules →State grant · Florida
Florida Student Assistance Grant
Need-based; amount set each year
Who qualifies: Florida residents with financial need at an eligible Florida college or university.
How: File the FAFSA; your school awards it.
Official rules →State grants follow your home state, not the school's: check your own state's programs if you are coming from elsewhere.
Living in Tallahassee
| Studio | $1,180/mo |
|---|---|
| One-bedroom | $1,260/mo |
| Two-bedroom, shared | $715/mo each |
HUD FY2027 Fair Market Rents, campus ZIP 32306. Campus housing is often cheaper in the first year.
Working while you study
$15.00/hour minimum wage in Florida
15 hours a week over a 30-week academic year ≈ $6,750 before tax. That covers about 9 months of a shared room.
Minimum wage: since 30 September 2026; adjusted for inflation from 2028. Ask the financial aid office whether you qualify for Federal Work-Study.
After graduation
$13,000median federal debt≈ $148/month over 10 years
$68,225median earnings10 years after enrolling
86%graduate within 6 yearsfirst-time students
Close the gap without another loan
Since July 2026 Parent PLUS loans are capped, so more families are left with a gap after aid. Students use My Study Fund to collect monthly support from family, friends and mentors: 20 people giving $25 a month is $6,000 a year, and you receive every dollar.
Questions students ask about paying for Florida State University
What scholarships does Florida State University offer?
Presidential Scholars Program and Scholarship ($42,000 total over four years, plus an out-of-state tuition waiver (about $73,808 over four years) for non-residents); Stamps Scholars Program (Up to the full estimated cost of attendance for four years, plus $20,000 in enrichment funding); Vires Scholarship ($16,000 total ($2,000 a semester for eight semesters)); Mores Scholarship ($12,000 total ($1,500 a semester for eight semesters)); University Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Merit) (100% of the out-of-state portion of tuition, about $18,452 a year ($73,808 over four years)). Details and deadlines are on the school's financial aid pages.
How much does Florida State University really cost after financial aid?
The average student who received aid paid $8,605 a year after grants and scholarships. By family income it ranges from $4,290 to $17,085. The full cost of attendance before aid is $25,144.
Does Florida State University give scholarships and grants?
Yes. 36% of first-year students received a grant from Florida State University itself, averaging $3,498. 21% received a Federal Pell Grant (average $6,199).
How much is rent near Florida State University?
HUD's FY2027 Fair Market Rent for the campus ZIP code (32306) is $1,260 a month for a one-bedroom and $1,430 for a two-bedroom, about $715 each when shared.
Can I work part-time while studying at Florida State University?
Yes. The minimum wage in Florida is $15.00 an hour; 15 hours a week over a 30-week academic year earns about $6,750 before tax.
How much debt do Florida State University graduates have?
The median federal debt at graduation is $13,000, about $148 a month on a 10-year plan. Median earnings ten years after enrolling are $68,225.
Sources
U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 10152026) and IPEDS (SFA2223 student financial aid, first-time full-time students); HUD FY2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents; state and federal program pages linked above, checked 2026-10-28. My Study Fund is not affiliated with Florida State University. How these pages work.
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