About Florida State University

The Florida State University, one of the largest and oldest of the 11 institutions of higher learning in the State University System of Florida, had its beginning as early as 1823 when the Territorial Legislature began to plan a higher education system.
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University with the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation, Doctoral/Research University-Extensive  offers a distinctive academic environment built on its cherished values and unique heritage, welcoming campus on the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida, championship athletics, and prime location in the heart of the state capital.

Schools and colleges:

College of Business: College of Business at Florida State University more than a college. We are a community of students, teachers, scholars, alumni and friends all committed to advancing global business practices. College of Business at Florida State University committed to creating a nationally preeminent business school that chooses integrity, respect, innovation, leadership, and excellence. You will find highly motivated students in your classes.

College of Engineering:The Florida State University College of Engineering, a joint institution of Florida A&M University and Florida State University, has, in its 28 years of existence, demonstrated great success in educating engineers for the future, implementing outreach activities to K-12 students, and conducting research to fulfill the needs of society. Committed to its motto, "Quality, Growth, and Diversity,"

Branches:
    * Chemical & Biomedical
    * Civil & Environmental
    * Electrical & Computer
    * Industrial & Manufacturing
    * Mechanical

College of Medicine:The Florida State University College of Medicine was created in June 2000 through Chapter C2000-303  Laws of Florida, with the mission of serving the unique needs of Floridians.

In accordance with the procedures for the accreditation of a new medical school, the Florida State University College of Medicine was granted full accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education Feb. 3, 2005, after having received provisional accreditation on October 17, 2002.

College of Nursing:The energy and excitement of a nursing career is built on a strong educational foundation as well as an understanding of vulnerabilities and the human condition. Here at Florida State that excitement is felt every day. Our students experience nursing through learning in active classroom settings, in a high technology simulation laboratory, and in clinical agencies across the state. Our faculty take great pride in the strong tradition of educational excellence and the pursuit of evidence based practice and advanced nursing practice through graduate nursing education