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Stetson University

DeLand, FL·Private·~72% acceptance

Stetson University is a private university based in DeLand, FL. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 72% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $19,372 per year. About 63% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $51,642 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$19,372/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $72,533
Aid cuts ~$53,161/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 1
EA
Nov 15
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.42–3.92
SAT (middle 50%)1060–1270
ACT (middle 50%)21–28
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
63%
graduation rate
78%
freshman retention
$44,792
median earnings, 6yr
$51,642
median earnings, 10yr
How Stetson reads an application

What Stetson values

Very important
Course rigorGrades (GPA)
Important
Class rankApplication essaysRecommendationsInterviewExtracurricularsTalent / abilityCharacter / personal qualitiesVolunteer workWork experience
Also considered
Test scoresFirst-generation statusAlumni relation (legacy)Geographic residenceState residencyDemonstrated interest

From Stetson’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What Stetson requires

Required
Grades (GPA)Course rigorCollege-prep programTOEFL / English proficiency
Considered
Class rankTest scoresRecommendationsApplication essaysDemonstration of competenciesWork experience

From federal IPEDS data — what Stetson requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is Stetson University's acceptance rate?
Stetson University admits about 72% of applicants.
How much does Stetson University cost?
At Stetson University, the average net price after aid is about $19,372 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $72,533 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Stetson University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1060–1270 on the SAT and 21–28 on the ACT.
What are Stetson University's application deadlines?
Stetson University's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 1, Early Action around Nov 15, Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does Stetson University value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, Stetson University rates Course rigor and Grades (GPA) as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Class rank, Application essays, Recommendations, Interview, Extracurriculars, Talent / ability, Character / personal qualities, Volunteer work, and Work experience. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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