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About Stetson University

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Stetson University is a private university in Deland, FL, known for its private masters university, small class sizes, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 94%, Stetson University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 666 students each year. Stetson University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 988–1213, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Stetson University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $42,382 per year; the sticker price of $69,910 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Stetson University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

94%
Overall Accept Rate
2.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1101
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 988 – 1213 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Stetson University

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Essay Strategy
Stetson places meaningful weight on essays, so use yours to show how your specific interests connect to their strong programs in business, law prep, or music. Avoid generic statements about wanting a small campus and instead name specific Stetson resources like the Hand Art Center or the Roland George Investments Program.
Test Score Strategy
Since Stetson is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, you are better off not submitting it and letting your GPA, essays, and activities carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Stetson University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$70k/yr$15.9k
30k-48k~$70k/yr$14.7k
48k-75k~$70k/yr$17.3k
75k-110k~$70k/yr$22.6k
110k+~$70k/yr$26.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

63%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,964
Undergrad Enrollment
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