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Your chances of getting into Florida Institute of Technology

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

65.9%
Admission Difficulty for Florida Institute of Technology
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Florida Tech is 65.9%.  Its admission rate is the 24th lowest in Florida.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Florida Tech and can you get accepted?

Florida Tech is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 7,016 out of the 10,650 who applied were admitted.

The school has difficult admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 30 percent (SAT 1140/1340 ACT 24/30). Florida Institute of Technology typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.72. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 11% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Florida Tech?

66% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Florida Institute of Technology you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.72 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1240 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Florida Tech GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.72

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Florida Institute of Technology?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Florida Tech are to have around a 3.72 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Florida Tech accepts 66% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Florida Tech is 3.72 on the 4.0 scale. 41% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #11 in Florida for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Florida Institute of Technology students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 40.62% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.91% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 17.09% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 9.66% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.52% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.06% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.14% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Florida Tech SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Florida Institute of Technology is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1140-1340

Applicants Submitting SAT 

68%
SAT Scores for Florida Institute of Technology
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 570
Math 25th Percentile 570
Composite 25th Percentile 1140
SAT Scores for Florida Institute of Technology
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 670
Math 75th Percentile 670
Composite 75th Percentile 1340
Average SAT Score 1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Florida Institute of Technology?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Florida Tech is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1140-1340. Students who get into Florida Institute of Technology score in the top 34 percent of all SAT test takers..  Florida Tech ranks #6 in the state of Florida and #240 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Florida Tech regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1140 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1140, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1040, but scores this low are outside the normal range. A competitive SAT score is very important as 68 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1240 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1240, you have around a 66% chance of being admitted. A 1340 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Florida Institute of Technology admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1340 and Above Good >79%
1240 to 1340 Avg + 66%-79%
1140 to 1240 Avg - 51%-66%
1040 to 1140 Reach 35%-51%
Less than 1040 Low <35%
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Florida Tech ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

30%
ACT Scores for Florida Institute of Technology
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 22
Math 25th Percentile 23
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for Florida Institute of Technology
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Florida Tech?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Florida Tech is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 30.  The school ranks #5 in Florida and #222 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 21.

30 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Florida Institute of Technology.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Florida Tech for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 66% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 30 ACT score.

Florida Institute of Technology admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >79%
27 to 30 Avg + 66%-79%
24 to 27 Avg - 51%-66%
21 to 24 Reach 35%-51%
Less than 21 Low <35%
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High School Class Rank

53% of Florida Institute of Technology freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Florida Institute of Technology students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 26%
Top 25% of class 53%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Florida Institute of Technology admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,238 6,412 10,650
Accepted 2,672 4,344 7,016
Acceptance Rate 63% 68% 66%
Enrolled 226 530 756
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 8% 12% 11%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Florida Institute of Technology is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Florida Institute of Technology and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Florida Institute of Technology Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Considered but not required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Florida Institute of Technology
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Florida Tech is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.72 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1240 on the SAT and 27 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Florida Institute of Technology often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=133881 IPEDS survey data for Florida Institute of Technology.

FAQs

Does Florida Institute of Technology prefer SAT or ACT?

68% of students submit their SAT scores to Florida Tech. 30% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Florida Institute of Technology?

66% of those who apply are granted admission to Florida Tech. Admission competition is low and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Florida Institute of Technology?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1140 and 1340. The average SAT score is 1240. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Florida Institute of Technology?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 30. The average ACT score is 27. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.