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At FGCU, learning meets innovation, and endless possibilities. We're a dynamic hub of academic excellence in the heart of Southwest Florida. We take pride in nurturing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.

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Join Us for Weeks of Welcome (WOW)

WOW is your chance to connect with the university community, make new friends and get back into the campus spirit! Exciting activities start with the new Welcome to the Nest celebration Aug. 16 at Alico Arena. Meet new people and explore campus resources. Events are open to all students.

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FGCU by the Numbers

16K

Students Enrolled

66

Undergraduate Programs

28

Master's Programs

7

Doctoral Programs

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An Affordable Education

A degree from FGCU is within your financial reach. One of the best values in U.S. higher education – FGCU has not increased tuition in eleven years.

Get an incredible education at an exceptional value. In fact, 64% of FGCU students graduate with zero debt.

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Events

FGCU WOMEN'S SOCCER vs. HOUSTON

Aug 12 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Get ready for an exciting night at Pickering Field at the FGCU Soccer Complex as the FGCU women’s soccer

FGCU MEN'S SOCCER vs. UTAMPA (EX.)

Aug 14 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Get ready for an exciting night at Pickering Field as the FGCU men’s soccer team takes on University of

FGCU MEN'S SOCCER vs.FLORIDA SOUTHERN

Aug 16 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Get ready for an exciting night at Pickering Field as the FGCU men’s soccer team takes on Florida Southe

SNAPSHOTS OF INNOVATION

Aug 17 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SNAPSHOTS OF INNOVATION: THE LEGACY OF KODAKWilson G. Bradshaw Library, Rm. 322 Snapshots of Innovation:

FIRST DAY FAIR

Aug 17 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Kick off the new semester with us at the First Day Fair on the library lawn! Celebrate your first day back on

HERB JACKSON: ELECTRIC SHEEP

Aug 19 | 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

Herb Jackson: Electric SheepGallery 101 Works from the Permanent Collection by Herb Jackson are on display in

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Read about FGCU alumni, programs and community partners shaping Southwest Florida’s tomorrow. Watch our latest promotional video, and learn how you can engage with the university.

Your story is the FGCU story. Help us tell it. Share the moments, milestones and traditions that have shaped your FGCU journey.

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