Stetson University combines academic excellence in more than 100 areas of study with rich opportunities for experiential learning beyond the classroom. In small class sizes, students receive individual attention and develop close working relationships with esteemed faculty. They encounter life-changing experiences through study abroad, internships and research. Located near beaches and theme parks in Central Florida, this vibrant and diverse campus is home to more than 100 student organizations and 18 NCAA Division I Athletics teams.
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421 North Woodland Blvd., Unit 8378
DeLand, FL 32723
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Carlton Union Building
Hollis Center for Wellness and Recreation
duPont-Ball Library's Innovation Lab/Hollis Family Student Success Center
Lynn Business Center- Roland George Investments Program
Atlantic Ocean beaches
Blue Spring State Park
Orlando theme parks
Daytona Beach International Speedway
Stetson is conveniently located near the number one tourist destination in the United States, the "World's Most Famous Beach" - Daytona Beach, and an abundance of natural areas including forests, lakes, springs, and rivers.
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Stetson University provides outstanding academic programs and close working relationships with faculty that can prepare students for rewarding careers or graduate school. Outside of the classroom, they form lifelong friendships in a supportive and engaging community, surrounded by natural beauty. Find your passion and your potential at this top-ranked, historic university in sunny Florida.
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- Test optional and no new essay required. Submit a previously graded paper instead.
- Guaranteed on-campus housing for 3 years
Stetson accepts the Stetson University Application and the Common Application. Complete the application and submit the required supporting materials to be considered for admission.
Students who apply early will receive a quicker response to their application. Plus, they can register early, and get early move-in dates, room selection, and priority scholarship and financial aid consideration.
Deadlines to apply for the 2024–2025 academic year:
Early Decision – November 1, 2023
Early Action – November 15, 2023
Rolling Admissions – January 15, 2024
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Academic Programs
Founded in 1883, Stetson has a long history of academic excellence. The university started the first school of business in Florida and the first law school, which today ranks No. 1 in the nation in trial advocacy and No. 3 in legal writing.
In addition, the Digital Arts Program has been named one of the country's Top 50 undergraduate programs for Game Design by the Princeton Review.
The School of Business Administration joins less than 6% of business schools worldwide that have earned accreditation from AACSB International. The business school also belongs to an elite group of only 194 institutions in the world with both their business and accounting programs accredited by AACSB.
The School of Music is regarded as one of the nation's finest undergraduate-only schools of music, offering 12 majors and one-to-one connections with the artist-scholar faculty.
Stetson's overall student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1 allows professors to get to know students by name and provide the individual attention that can help lead to academic success. The rigorous academics helps to explain why students enjoy a 91% success rate after graduation, securing employment or gaining admission to many top graduate schools.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Stetson offers more than 95 majors and minors — from health sciences, finance and environmental science, to psychology, music education and cybersecurity.
Students can pursue Signature Programs like an accelerated program to earn both a bachelor and law degree in six years, and a direct admission program into Stetson College of Law.
In the School of Business Administration, the Roland George Investments Program is one of the top student—managed investment funds in the country with a real portfolio of $6 million in stocks and bonds. Other signature programs in the business school include the Prince Entrepreneurship Program and the Centurion Sales Program.
Additionally, the pre—professional programs can prepare students for advanced degrees in law, engineering and many health professions, including physicians and veterinarians.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
American/United States Studies/Civilization.
Russian, Central European, East European and Eurasian Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Aquatic Biology/Limnology.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Finance, General.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Selling Skills and Sales Operations.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Applied Mathematics, General.
Mathematics, General.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Development Economics and International Development.
Economics, General.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Digital Arts.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Keyboard Instruments.
Music Performance, General.
Music Theory and Composition.
Music, General.
Music, Other.
Stringed Instruments.
Voice and Opera.
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Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Full-time (Fall + Spring) 2023-2024
Tuition: $54,820
Room Only: $8,912
Board Only: $7,118
Room & Board: $16,030
Fees: $400
Financial Aid
At Stetson, the average undergraduate financial aid package was $48,478 for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Office of Student Financial Aid is available to help students and their families explore the types of financial aid that can make higher education more affordable.
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Stetson welcomes an increasingly diverse mix of students from 45 states and 56 countries, as well as from all backgrounds and faiths.
Students are encouraged to get involved on campus and will find more than 100 clubs and organizations to join.
Stetson hosts 17 fraternities and sororities, including three historically Black Greek Letter organizations. Club and intramural sports also are popular and include E-sports, surfing, spikeball and RC Racing.
Multicultural student groups include the Black Student Association, Latinx Student Union, Jewish Student Organization, Asian Pacific American Coalition and Kaleidoscope. These groups will move into a larger Cross-Cultural Center on campus for the Fall 2023 semester.
In addition, student-athletes compete as the Stetson Hatters in NCAA Division I sports with 18 intercollegiate teams, including football, basketball, baseball, softball and beach volleyball.
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Stetson has been named one of the most beautiful college campuses in the South, and features red brick buildings, century-old live oak trees draped with Spanish moss, and scenic green spaces where students gather to hammock and meet with friends. In addition, the school is a top pet-friendly college and welcomes dogs, cats, rabbits, geckos and other pets.
Stetson also has been selected as one of the nation's most environmentally responsible institutions by the Princeton Review, making the list of Green Colleges seven times. The university's core values emphasize environmental stewardship. Stetson has installed solar panels on several campus buildings to produce clean, renewable energy, and has adopted a conservation policy to reduce energy and water use, among other efforts.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Stetson has invested $29 million in the sciences in recent years, including the new $19 million Cici & Hyatt Brown Hall for Health & Innovation, which opened in January 2023. The building connects to the recently renovated Sage Hall Science Center and creates a science complex with new labs and state-of-the-art equipment to meet students' growing demand for health and science degrees.
In addition, historic Chaudoin Hall will reopen in August 2023 after an $8.7 million renovation to add modern upgrades to the all-female residence hall, including kitchens, student lounges and laundry rooms on the three floors.
Stetson offers 29 housing options on campus, including residence halls, apartments, 24-hour quiet living, and fraternity and sorority houses. The Carlton Union Building serves as the student hub with four dining establishments, including the main Commons dining hall and a coffee shop, plus a campus bookstore, student government offices and internet radio station. Students also can visit the Hollis Center, the on-campus gym, for a workout and a dip in the outdoor pool.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Stetson is conveniently located a few blocks from Downtown DeLand. Students can easily walk to cafes, restaurants, shops, nightlife and a popular farmers market. This quaint, small town was awarded the title, America's Best Main Street, and is ideally situated 45 minutes by car to Orlando and 30 minutes to Daytona Beach. Nearby are natural springs, including one of the state's largest winter gathering spots for the threatened manatees at Blue Spring.
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Documentation Required for LD
Documentation from a professional in the field that provides a diagnosis, explanation of how diagnosis impacts the student, and recommendations for potential accommodations. This documentation can be in the form of a letter, Psychoeducational evaluation, IEP, 504 plan, etc.Documentation Required for ADHD
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Crew Rowing
Cross Country
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Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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