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Go Beyond. Make Your Impact.

Since 1883, Stetson University has empowered courageous individuals to pursue a transformative, hands-on education. As Central Florida's first private university, we pair rigorous academics with real-world experience, an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio and a close-knit community that knows your name.

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A Degree Built Around You

From business to biology, choose from dozens of undergraduate and graduate programs backed by an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio and faculty who know your name.

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Your Path to Stetson Starts Here

Nearly 81 percent of Stetson undergraduates receive financial aid, with an average package worth $57,841 for 2025-2026, making a private university education more attainable than you might expect.

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Hands-On From Day One

Through the Hatter Ready program, every undergraduate, regardless of major, gets immersive, hands-on learning built directly into coursework, like managing a real $7.4 million investment portfolio in the Roland George Investments Program.

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A Campus That Feels Like Home

Enjoy guaranteed on-campus housing for three years, nineteen NCAA Division I sports teams and a pet-friendly campus where you do not have to leave your best friend behind.

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