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Stetson University

DeLand, Florida · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$44,792

Acceptance Rate

86%

Graduation Rate

63%

Annual Tuition

$55,220

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Stetson University earn a median of $51,642 ten years after entry — 5% below the national median. Acceptance rate 86.4%, average SAT score 1176, in-state tuition $55,220.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,292

Retention Rate

73%

Faculty Ratio

10

Financial Aid

48%

Median Debt

$23,250

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,176

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

540–660

SAT Math (middle 50%)

520–610

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

21–28

Institution Overview

Stetson University is a private, non-profit institution with 2,292 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 86.4% and a graduation rate of 63.2%. The retention rate is 72.8%. The in-state tuition cost is $55,220.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $36,146. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $44,792, and after ten years, the median earnings are $51,642. The median debt for graduates is $23,250, and 48.3% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$36k

1 YEAR

$45k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 54% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Stetson University alumni earn a median salary of $36,146. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $44,792. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $51,642. The median debt for students is $23,250.

Stetson University has an 86.4% acceptance rate and a 63.2% graduation rate. The retention rate is 72.8%. The in-state tuition is $55,220, and 48.3% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Law

Graduates 263 / yr
Median Salary $63,235

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 93 / yr
Median Salary $63,880

Psychology, General

Graduates 83 / yr
Median Salary $31,041

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 73 / yr
Median Salary $55,161

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Graduates 58 / yr
Median Salary $30,106

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 50 / yr
Median Salary $69,747

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $38,619

Music

Graduates 42 / yr
Median Salary $15,905

Biology, General

Graduates 30 / yr
Median Salary $26,006

Marketing

Graduates 29 / yr
Median Salary $44,286

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 28 / yr
Median Salary $33,190

Political Science and Government

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $26,839

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 23 / yr
Median Salary $59,835

Visual and Performing Arts, General

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $26,913

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $36,524

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $21,520

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $48,139

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 17 / yr
Median Salary $50,826

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $23,790

Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $28,195

History

Graduates 8 / yr
Median Salary $25,696

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Campus Location

DeLand, Florida

DeLand, FL 32723

Stetson University is located in DeLand, Florida. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stetson University has an acceptance rate of 86.4%.