Overview
Established in 2000, the Florida State University College of Medicine was the first new U.S. medical school accredited in over two decades, created with a specific mission to address physician shortages in primary care, geriatrics, and underserved rural and minority communities. It emphasizes a decentralized, community-based clinical education model, sending students to regional campuses across Florida for their clinical years rather than relying on a single teaching hospital. The college has quickly built a reputation for producing physicians who disproportionately choose primary care and practice in medically underserved areas of Florida.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Tallahassee, Florida |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Total students | 800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 3:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 5% |
| Graduation rate | 96% |
| Average starting salary | $60,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $26,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $60,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $30,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.72 |
| Regular deadline | December 1 |
Top Programs
- M.D. Program
- Rural Medicine Track
- Geriatrics
- Primary Care
- Physician Assistant Studies
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.