Melbourne, Florida, USA
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Based in Melbourne, on Florida’s sunny Space Coast, Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech) is a research-intensive, private residential institution. It is home to a varied number of people from all corners of the world, playing different roles, from engineers, innovators and athletes to educators and astronauts.
International students comprise about one-third of Florida Tech’s student body, including students from more than 100 countries. The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) offers guidance and advice to all international students in relation to immigration and cultural orientation.
In 2019, Forbes named Florida Tech among the ‘Top Colleges’ in the U.S., and it is among the best universities in the U.S. for return on investment, according to Payscale.
Organized into four colleges, Florida Tech offers over 200 undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs. Over 60,000 former students from more than 120 countries are in the alumni network of the institution. Some of the popular alumni figures include five space shuttle astronauts, the first female four-star general in U.S. military history, and a 1984 Olympic gold medalist in rowing.
Florida Tech shares a rich history with space science and has several astronaut scholarships available for its undergraduate studies. The institution’s Aldrin Space Institute conducts scientific research and development in support of an eventual human settlement on Mars.
Considered a ‘Tier One Institution’ by the U.S. News & World Report, Florida Tech is just two miles from Downtown Melbourne and Orlando Melbourne International Airport, six miles from the nearest beach, 45 miles from NASA – Kennedy Space Center, and 75 miles from Orlando, Florida.
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Florida Tech has enjoyed a strong rise in its rankings according to the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. This impressive performance in 2022 reflects the university’s increases across graduation rates, student retention and resources available for learners.
Florida Tech was ranked at number 244 out of 800 ranked institutions, 26 places higher compared to last year.
The university also ranked at number 51 out of 208 institutions in the South, and performed particularly well in the Sunshine State, achieving 4th best school and 2nd best private institution in Florida.
Florida Tech continued to cement its place as a leading provider of engineering education, coming 1st for engineering technologies and 2nd for engineering, biology and biomedical science, and computer and information sciences in Florida.
32,47,525 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
27,33,498 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
12,04,290 Living costs
5,76,238 To live on campus
These are partial scholarships based on an applicant's academic performance in high school (weighted GPA plus standardized test scores submitted at the time of application), which are determined at the time of admission. Merit scholarships require recipients to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.60 at Florida Tech for annual renewal.
These award international students up to USD 12,500 for tuition, regardless of financial need. Most Florida Tech applicants are offered some level of merit award.
Awarded to international students in a range of values, covering up to USD 6,000 of tuition, regardless of financial need.
Florida Tech athletic scholarships (NCAA Division II) are awarded by individual coaches via the athletics department. Scholarships are offered to exceptional athletes in men's baseball, basketball, swimming, rowing and soccer, and in women's basketball, lacrosse, soccer, swimming and rowing.
Children of Florida Tech alumni enrolling in full-time undergraduate programs are eligible for a USD 2,500 grant, renewable for up to four years and given in addition to any other merit scholarships.
Siblings of students currently enrolled at Florida Tech are eligible for a USD 2,500 grant, renewable for up to four years and given in addition to any other merit scholarships, with all sibling students receiving the grant when enrolled at the same time.
Florida Tech’s online application can be used by international students to apply at any time. Admission requirements vary depending on the student’s level and program of interest.
Office of Undergraduate Admission will carefully review the following documents to determine the readiness of applicants for program:
International applicants do not need to provide standardized test (SAT or ACT) scores, but it is highly recommended for admission and priority consideration for international scholarships. There are also English language requirements.
Students must hold a bachelor’s degree (four-year degree) in a related field from a recognized, regionally accredited college or university if they wish to enroll in a master’s degree program at Florida Tech. Applicants must also have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 as an undergraduate to be considered for admission to a master’s degree program at Florida Tech.
Florida Institute of Technology is an organization focused on valuing and encouraging intellectual curiosity and is committed to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and research.
In support of Florida Tech’s commitment, its faculty are internationally recognized as educators, scholars and researchers. They employ innovative technologies and research facilities to serve the various needs of local, state, national and international communities.
Faculty include published scientists, business professionals and astronauts who aim to involve students in exciting research, challenging them to expand their abilities and horizons.
Florid Tech’s faculty build lasting relationships with students, motivating them to reach their full potential both academically and professionally. Learning is an active process at Florida Tech, guided by professors who are passionate about student success. Students graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence to succeed in whatever career they choose.
Students choosing to pursue their undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Florida Tech will become part of a challenging academic environment driven by discovery and powered by innovation.
Florida Tech believes education should be a hands-on and in-depth experience, with all academic programs engaging students in laboratory activities, fieldwork and research projects.
Florida Tech has academic programs spread across four distinct colleges with a strong focus.
Florida Tech’s largest college, the College of Engineering and Science offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs in the various areas of applied science, computing, education, engineering, mathematics, the sciences and technology. Students at all levels collaborate with expert faculty on research, contracts and projects of international significance.
Recognized as one of the top university-based aviation programs in the nation, the College of Aeronautics has earned an international reputation for excellence in educating and preparing aviation professionals. About 400 students are enrolled in flight and non-flight programs on its Melbourne campus.
The College of Psychology and Liberal Arts offers bachelor’s degrees in various subjects, including applied behavior analysis, forensic psychology, humanities, multiplatform journalism, psychology and strategic communication, as well as master’s degrees in applied behavior analysis, global strategic communication, industrial/organizational psychology, organizational behavior management, organizational leadership and professional behavior analysis.
The Bisk College of Business provides a strong foundation to prepare students for careers of the future. It covers essential business disciplines and engages students in the practical application of business, requiring them to think critically about modern business issues. Graduates emerge well-prepared to manage innovation and change, start and lead businesses, and effectively respond to global business challenges.
Over 40 campus venues are available at Florida Tech, and the institution has many notable facilities, including auditoriums, conference rooms, classrooms, lecture halls, computer labs, banquet facilities, athletic spaces, a 500-seat performing arts center, large and small chapels, a botanical gardens and outdoor green spaces.
A 62,000-square foot facility housing the varsity gym, intramural gym, weight room, group fitness room, racquetball court and healthy café/eatery.
The outdoor amphitheater is an ideal venue for concerts and other performances, with a small stage looking out over a green, open lawn.
A theater-style, multi-use facility surrounded by a botanical garden and used for all varieties of professional and community productions, as well as large-scale meetings, lectures and video conferencing.
Over 27 residential facilities are available at Florida Tech, with residence hall and apartment communities providing a variety of amenities, including over 70 cable and HD channels, telephone and voicemail service, laundry facilities, ethernet connection and wireless internet.
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