Florida Gulf Coast University

Census-designated place in Lee County, Florida

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Florida Gulf Coast University is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Lee County, Florida, with 3,659 residents (2020 Census). The nearest town is Three Oaks, 2.1 miles W.

About Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) is a public university in Lee County, Florida, United States. Located near Fort Myers, it is part of the State University System of Florida and is its second-youngest member. The university was established on May 3, 1991, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). It offers 65 bachelor's degree programs, 27 master's degree programs, 7 doctoral degree programs, and 19 academic certificates.

FGCU's intercollegiate athletic teams, the Eagles, compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) in NCAA Division I sports.

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$26,354
Median rent
$1,339/mo
Median age
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Florida Gulf Coast University, FL population

Florida Gulf Coast University had 3,659 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census3,659
Density1,518 per sq mi (586 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Florida Gulf Coast University at a glance

StateFlorida (FL)
CountyLee County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population3,659 (2020)
Land area2.41 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Water area0.03 sq mi (0.07 km²)
Coordinates26.4619° N, 81.7659° W
ZIP code33965
Official websitefgcu.edu
Census code (GEOID)1223005

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Florida Gulf Coast University

What county is Florida Gulf Coast University in?

Florida Gulf Coast University is in Lee County, Florida.

What is the population of Florida Gulf Coast University, FL?

3,659 people lived in Florida Gulf Coast University at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Florida Gulf Coast University, FL?

The ZIP code of Florida Gulf Coast University is 33965.

What towns are near Florida Gulf Coast University?

Three Oaks (2.1 mi), Estero (3.3 mi), San Carlos Park (3.5 mi), Bonita Springs (7.5 mi), Gateway (8.2 mi).

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