Florida State University

Florida State University

Motto	Vires, Artes, Mores
Motto in English	Strength, Skill, Character
Type	Public
Established	1851
Endowment	$744.6 million (2021)
President	Richard McCullough
Provost	James J. Clark
Students	41,005 (Fall 2021)
Undergraduates	32,520 (Fall 2021)
Postgraduates	8,485 (Fall 2021)
Location	Tallahassee , Florida , United States
Campus	Urban, 1,428 acres
Colors	Garnet and Gold
Nickname	Seminoles
Affiliations	State University System of Florida, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, Oak Ridge Associated Universities
Mascot	Osceola and Renegade
Website	www.fsu.edu

Florida State University (FSU) is a public university located in Tallahassee, Florida. It is a senior member of the State University System of Florida. Founded in 1851, it is situated on the oldest continuous site of higher education in the state of Florida. FSU is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity".

History

Florida State University was established in 1851 as the West Florida Seminary, a state-funded institution. In 1901, it became Florida State College, and in 1947, it was reorganized as Florida State University. The university has grown significantly over the years, expanding its academic programs and research initiatives.

Campus

The main campus of Florida State University is located in Tallahassee, the capital city of Florida. The campus spans 1,428 acres and includes over 1,600 acres of additional property. The university's facilities include the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, and the Florida State University College of Medicine.

Academics

FSU offers over 360 programs of study, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The university is organized into 16 separate colleges, including the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business, the College of Education, and the College of Law. FSU is known for its programs in the sciences, engineering, business, law, medicine, social sciences, and the arts.

Research

Florida State University is a major research institution, with research expenditures exceeding $350 million annually. The university is home to several research centers and institutes, including the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, the Center for Advanced Power Systems, and the Institute for Molecular Biophysics.

Athletics

FSU's athletic teams are known as the Florida State Seminoles. The university is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and competes in NCAA Division I. The Seminoles have a rich tradition in sports, particularly in football, baseball, basketball, and track and field.

Notable Alumni

Florida State University has a large and diverse alumni network, with notable graduates in various fields. Some of the university's distinguished alumni include Burt Reynolds, Jim Morrison, Sara Blakely, and Paul Dirac.

See also

• List of Florida State University people
• State University System of Florida
• Tallahassee, Florida