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HOW TO APPLY
- Apply online or complete the Common Application. An admissions essay is included and required. We are eager to learn as much as possible about the extracurricular activities of our applicants, in particular, how those experiences have contributed to their intellectual and personal growth.
- Applicants are also strongly encouraged to submit at least one, but no more than three, letter(s) of recommendation, preferably from a math or science teacher. Letters of recommendation should be sent to recommendations@floridapoly.edu or uploaded into the application portal.
- Create a Self-reported Student Academic Record(SSAR) or utilize Point Click Send. Students can email or text scans/pictures of transcripts to their admissions counselor.
- Pay a $30 nonrefundable application fee. Applicable fee waivers are accepted.
- Submit scores for the SAT (school code: 7303) and/or the ACT (school code: 2869). Test scores may now be sent using Point Click Send. Student can email or text scans/pictures of test scores to their admissions counselor.
ADMISSIONS DATES AND DEADLINES
Fall Semester
| Applications Open | August 1 |
| FAFSA Opens | October 1 |
| Application Deadline for Presidential Scholars, Alexander Scholars and Provost Scholars Programs | November 1 |
| Application considered on space-available basis | November 2-April 1 |
| Admission Decision Notification For applicants meeting the November 1 deadline | November 20 |
| FAFSA Priority Deadline | December 1 |
| Submit Online Housing Pre-Application to the Admissions Office | As soon as possible after application submission. Campus housing is not guaranteed and room selection is based on housing application date. |
| Admission Decision Notification For applicants not meeting the November 1 deadline | Dec 15th and then the 15th of every month thereafter. |
| $200 Tuition Deposit Deadline | May 1 |
Spring Semester
| Applications Open | August 1 |
| Spring Application Deadline | December 1 |
| Spring Deposit Deadline | December 15 |
Admissions Requirements for First Time In College Students
Admission to Florida Poly is highly competitive, and students are encouraged to apply early.
GPA Requirements
The average weighted high school GPA of freshmen admitted in fall 2018 was 3.78. To determine your eligibility for admission to Florida Poly, we will recalculate your GPA based on your high school grades and any additional credit earned through Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or honors courses.
| COURSE TYPE | QUALITY POINT |
|---|---|
| Advanced Placement | 1.0 |
| International Baccalaureate | 1.0 |
| Dual Enrollment | 1.0 |
| AICE | 1.0 |
| Honors | 0.5 |
Test Score Requirements
Florida Poly requires freshman applicants to submit official results of at least one college entrance exam (SAT or ACT). The writing sections are not required for either test.
Our admissions board will consider your highest submitted section scores from all SAT and ACT test dates. We strongly encourage you to submit your scores each time you take the SAT or ACT.
ACADEMIC PROFILE
The average test scores for admitted freshmen in fall 2018 were:
27-31 ACT composite | 1220-1370 SAT (EBRW+M)
Freshman Math Requirements
Student success in calculus is required for all programs. We strongly recommend that all incoming students have taken precalculus or higher prior to starting classes at Florida Poly.
Waitlist
Given the number of quality applications we receive, we are not able to admit every student with strong academic credentials. Students placed on our waitlist are neither admitted nor denied and, depending on space, some may be offered admission at a later date.
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We’re redefining the conventional college experience, and we can’t wait for you to join us. Learn more about Florida Poly and get ready to become a part of something extraordinary.
TALK TO AN EXPERT
Whether you’ve got a question about upcoming deadlines or just need help with the application process, our friendly admissions team is here to assist you.