Overview
Florida SouthWestern State College is a 2-year community college in southwest Florida with outreach programs and satellite campuses throughout the state. FSW is home to schools of Arts & Humanities, Business, Science, Education, and Health Professions granting associate degrees and certificates. For students interested in the fine and performing arts, FSW is home to the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery and Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. For a break from the rigors of academia, the FSW campus features a space to reflect at the Mary Jo Sanders Garden of Inspiration.
Average Net Price:
$8,100
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $3,401 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $12,979 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,044 |
| Books and Supplies | $1950 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
0
100
47%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,728
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,249
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$1,227
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
37%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2632
97%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,249
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$24,686,488
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$888,022
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
15%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$3,285
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$76
Students receiving federal loans
14%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$2,882
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,160
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
5525
Students Applied
1459
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | July 31 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$30
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
23%
Submitting ACT
17%
Submitting SAT
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.1
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
14,326
Total Number of Undergrads
14,326
Student:Faculty Ratio
27:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
31
Faculty Overview
0
100
36%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
46
Countries Represented
78
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
50%
Student Organizations
62
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
0
100
2%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
3%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Buccaneer
Varsity Athletics Association
NJCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
38
Total Female Athletes
41
Intramural Sports
2
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Softball
Florida SouthWestern State College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$38,200
Top 5 Cities
Fort Myers
Naples
Punta Gorda
Tampa
Orlando
Top 5 Employers
Lee Health
Florida SouthWestern State College
Gartner
Lee County School District
Publix Super Markets
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Healthcare Services
Sales
Education
Administrative
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,000
Loan Default Rate
12%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$76
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingMost of what we talk about in class, you should already know in high school. However, with the more advanced classes (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Composition), they take you into a deeper world, seeing as you have more to explore certain topics.
Angelica from Fort Myers, FL
It really depends on your seat to butt ratio. What are you bringing to the equation? I don't recommend Statistics.
Angela from Naples, FL
Edison is a friendly environment with a diverse group of people. While attending I felt welcomed by both the student and staff population. It is a really good place to start if you've struggled with understanding material in high school because of all the resources offered to help you succeed.
Daniela from Lehigh Acres, FL
I have a great time. This is the place for me. I wouldn't leave here for anything.
Jesula from Fort Myers, FL
I took dual enrollment classes at Edison in the past, and now that I've graduated, I'm enrolled full time. Based on the classes I've already taken, I can honestly say that I have learned new things that I'm going to keep with me for a long time.
Jessica from Lehigh Acres, FL
If you were in honors courses in high school the lower level classes are an in depth review of what you've already learned. As you progress and if put effort into your studies you will most definitely learn a lot. Take advantage of the Learning Lab as well as your professor's office hours. They are there to help. If the book assignments are not required to be turned in do them anyway! Professors don't assign something for no reason. It could show up in the Final exam. Have you ever taken an exam and said when the heck did we do this?.
Former Student from Naples, FL
Edison (now FSW) is a really awesome school! I was an early admissions student from the high school on campus and I loved it! It's a great place for a nursing, education, or law degree, but if you want to pursue something else, I recommend coming here for your general degree (AA) then transferring (much cheaper doing that, too!).
Nicole from Cape Coral, FL
Academics at this school will challenge you and at the same time will help you play up your strengths.
Alexandra from Naples, FL
Student oriented, challenging, and fun.
Misty from Stuart, FL
An aesthetically beautiful campus with myriad outdoor locations where students can can and do express themselves artistically. Our professors vary from whimsically creative to liberally traditional. No students are chastised here for any expressed individuality; instead, students are praised and celebrated for their outstanding uniqueness.
Sarah from Lehigh Acres, FL
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