FSU tops The Princeton Review’s best value, student satisfaction rankings in Florida

Florida State University secured the No. 1 spot for Best Value and student satisfaction in the state of Florida according to The Princeton Review's 2025 list. (Mark Vaughn/Florida State University)

Florida State University continues to be recognized among the best in the nation according to The Princeton Review’s latest college rankings list, adding to FSU’s nationally renowned reputation in providing exceptional educational value and meaningful student experiences.

Florida State secured the No. 22 spot for Best Value public college nationally and No. 1 in the state of Florida according to The Princeton Review.

“Florida State University is deeply committed to academic excellence and to helping every student fulfill their highest potential,” said Joe O’Shea, vice president for Student Academic Success. “What’s very special is that students, regardless of family background or major, graduate at some of the highest rates in the country. FSU is an amazing place to be, where students can experience both a rigorous academic environment and a vibrant community where we all really care about and support one another.”

The rankings are based on a survey of 170,000 students at 391 schools. Students were asked 98 questions in four sections about their school’s academics and administration, life at their college, their fellow students and themselves.

  • FSU is No. 1 in the state of Florida on the “Their Students Love These Colleges” list based on student satisfaction, earning the No. 2 spot among public universities nationally. The student-led recognition reflects the university’s continued investments in student success and resources.
  • FSU’s Career Center works to prepare students for their future careers with numerous career services and events. The university climbed one spot to No. 13 on the “Top 20 Best Schools for Internships (Public Schools)” list, making it the top public institution in the state for internships.
  • FSU students are the most spirited in the state when it comes to the university’s numerous intercollegiate sports teams. The university checked in at the No. 10 spot on The Princeton Review’s “Students Love Their School Teams” list.
  • FSU placed No. 13 on the “Top 20 Best Alumni Networks (Public Schools)” list.
  • Students enjoy many options for recreational and athletic facilities on and off FSU’s campus, from classes and workout spaces at the Bobby E. Leach Center and Fitness & Movement Clinic, to FSU’s Lakefront Park and top-notch athletic facilities. FSU claimed the No. 15 spot for “Best Athletic Facilities” and best in the state according to the student survey.