Overview
Founded in 1883, Stetson University is a private institution with a suburban campus spanning 185 acres. As of fall 2023, it has an undergraduate enrollment of 2,338 students and follows a semester-based academic calendar. In the 2025 Best Colleges rankings, Stetson holds the #7 spot among Regional Universities in the South. Tuition and fees are set at $57,410.
At-a-Glance
- Setting: Suburban
- Tuition & Fees: $57,410
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,338
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
Stetson University Rankings
Here’s how Stetson performs in various categories:
- #7 in Regional Universities South
- #7 in Best Value Schools
- #8 in Best Undergraduate Teaching (tie)
- #7 in Most Innovative Schools
- #32 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie)
Stetson ranks #7 out of 135 Regional Universities South, based on widely accepted indicators of excellence.
U.S. News Overall Score (out of 100): 89
- Outcomes (57%)
- Average 6-year graduation rate: 64%
- 6-year graduation rate (Pell Grant recipients): 56%
- 6-year graduation rate (non-Pell Grant recipients): 66%
Stetson University Admissions
The acceptance rate is 86%, with an early acceptance rate of 86.1%. Middle 50% of admitted students have:
- SAT scores between 1090–1290
- ACT scores between 23–29
Admissions officers prioritize GPA and high school class rank (when available). Letters of recommendation are also considered.
Admissions Stats
- Application Deadline: Rolling
- Application Fee: N/A
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
Tuition & Financial Aid
Stetson’s tuition ($57,410) is higher than the national average ($47,890).
- Total Cost (including housing, food, etc.): $75,450
- Average Net Price (after aid): $31,008
Net Price by Family Income (2021-2022)
| Family Income | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $21,345 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,720 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $22,939 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,436 |
| $110,001+ | $33,561 |
- Food & Housing: $17,728
Academics
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 10:1
- Small Classes (under 20 students): 74.2%
- Top Majors: Business, Social Sciences, Visual & Performing Arts, Health Professions, Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Psychology, Communications, Education, Natural Resources
- Freshman Retention Rate: 72%
Health & Science Programs
Stetson has invested $29 million in cutting-edge science facilities, including a 3D anatomy/virtual dissection table, to prepare students for medical and professional schools.
Student Life
- Undergraduate Enrollment (Fall 2023): 2,338
- Gender Distribution: 43.3% male, 55.6% female
- Housing: 71% on-campus, 29% off-campus
- Athletics: NCAA Division I
Campus Safety & Services
Stetson provides:
- 24/7 security patrols
- Late-night transport/escort services
- Emergency phones & lighted pathways
- Controlled dormitory access
- Alcohol permitted for legal-age students
