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Flagler College

74 King Street, Saint Augustine, FL 32084

http://www.flagler.edu/

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The aim of Flagler College is to provide a supportive and challenging environment in which students acquire knowledge, exercise good citizenship, and adhere to high ethical standards. The principal focus of the College's academic program is undergraduate education in selected liberal and pre-professional studies; thus, the role of teaching is central to the College's mission.

The purposes of the academic program are to provide opportunities for general and specialized learning; to assist students in preparing for careers; and to aid qualified students in pursuing graduate and professional studies. The objectives of the student life program at Flagler are to establish appropriate standards of conduct and to promote activities that will contribute to the development of self-discipline, integrity, and leadership.

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Flagler College

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Flagler College, often abbreviated as Flagler, is a private four-year liberal arts college in St. Augustine, Florida, USA and celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2008.

The college has been named in recent years by US News & World Report as one of the southeast region's best comprehensive liberal arts colleges, and is included on its list of "America's Best Colleges". Its 2006-2007 tuition was $11,810 (excluding room and board) and its acceptance rate is an average of 25 to 30 percent of its annual applications.

The Princeton Review ranks Flagler in the top tier of southeastern colleges, and its campus as one of the most beautiful in the United States. It is currently included in the Princeton Review's Best 366 Colleges Rankings.

Flagler College is home to WFCF/88.5Mc. (Channel 203), which is a community-run station. As of the 2006-2007 school year, the college also broadcasts on local public access television as FCTV. It also publishes a campus newspaper, The Gargoyle, and an annual literary journal, The Flagler Review.

History

The school is located on , the centerpiece of which is the Ponce de Leon Hall, built in 1888 as a luxury hotel. The architects were John Carrere and Thomas Hastings, working for Henry Morrison Flagler, the industrialist, oil magnate and railroad pioneer. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Since its founding in 1968, the college has spent more than $43 million restoring the historic campus and adding new buildings. The four newest buildings are the FEC buildings on Magdala St. which have been converted into one female and one male dorm building, Cedar Hall male dorm rooms, and the Ringhaver Student Center. The campus is located in the heart of St. Augustine, just four miles (6 km) from the Atlantic Ocean. Flagler's athletic field is two miles (3 km) from campus.

Lawrence Lewis, Jr., was the driving force behind the development of Flagler College. It was his vision to create a small, private liberal arts college on the grounds of the old hotel. Mr. Lewis served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Flagler College for more than 20 years, guiding the College through a re-organization in 1971. He directed millions of dollars through foundations, family and personal funds into new construction, restoration projects, endowment and various other programs to ensure the continued success of Flagler College.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Private
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
2,034
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 8,600
Students Receiving Aid:
69%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 40
Selectivity:
Most Selective
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Degree Programs at Flagler College

Bachelor's Level Programs

  • Arts & Humanities

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        A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
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        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Women 63%
Men 37%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 91%
Other 5%
Hispanic 3%
African-American 1%
Asian 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 61%
Out-of-State 39%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Florida 61%
Georgia 3%
Virginia 3%
Maryland 3%
New York 2%
Percent of Students International: 1%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 38%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Basketball (Florida Sun Conference)
Baseball (Florida Sun Conference)
Track (Florida Sun Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 8,600    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,909 14%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 4,406 52%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 3,403 8%  
Student Loans:
 $ 3,381 40%  
Any Aid:
   69%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 25% (Most Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 81%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 530, Math: 510
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 620, Math: 600
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 47%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 22, Verbal: 22, Math: 20
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 26, Verbal: 27, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 40.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

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Danielle D
Danielle D

Question: Flagler College Admissions?

I am considering attending Flagler for psychology. I have 1 year of college and 1 semester of university from the u.s., although i a canadian high school graduate and citizen. I have visited the school many times and go on vacation to St. Augustine a lot. Just wondering what others think of the school and my chances? My gpa is pretty good and above their requirements. What are you talking about??
11 months ago
Old City
Old City

Best Answer

The admission rates seem competitive since so many people around the world and country apply to a school on the beach with relatively low tuition, but the vast majority of the applicants have very low GPAs and SAT scores. So, yeah, they may only accept 20 percent of the people who apply, but even those students aren't sparkling scholars. I know because I attended Flagler and worked in the registrar's office for a while and saw all the GPAs and scores of the incoming classes, and they were sub par. So the students around me weren't quite as intelligent as I would have wanted them to be, but it was still a great school to attend. Some incredible professors, small class sizes, an undeniably gorgeous campus and city. Let me know if you have any other questions. Oh, and there were many international students. This probably helps rather than hurts you, as a college likes to show that people are coming from all around the world to attend their school. The fact is 60 percent of applicants and attendees are from Florida, since the school isn't terribly well known, and they like when international or long-distance students apply. Also, the psychology department is particularly good there. I took a few classes (major was English) and they were all challenging and interesting.
luna2skies
luna2skies

Question: I want to attend Flagler college in st.Augustine, Florida. Is that a good area to live in?

Does anyone know if St. Augustine is a diverse and fun community to live in? I have been there and it seems wonderful, but I am not sure what living there would be like. The school seems great too! I am a very artistic creative person. I like to have fun and go to clubs and I like to shop. I am into new age, spirituality and metaphysics. Does this area accommodate those sorts of things? Is it affordable to live there?
13 months ago
surfjax32
surfj...

Best Answer

I love St. Augustine go there every year and I have at on of friends who live there, work there and own businesses there. Flagler is an awesome school located in the historic district of the city. A lot of people think that is all to St. Augustine and well that is just not true. You will find everything you need there like Target, Wal-mart, grocery stores and all that good stuff. St. Augustine residents are full of diversity and all of them that I have met have been super friendly and well just great people. If you are into ghost well you have come to the right city St. Augustine is full of them and well most of the houses near the historic district have residents that just don’t want to leave. The beaches are awesome and once you figure out where the locals go you will enjoy it. There is not much in the way of “clubs” however there are several places that have great drinks and offer dancing. Most of the locals choose to warm up at the St. George Tavern even though it is located in the historic district and tourist do find it, it really is a great local hang out with the cheapest drinks around. Don’t miss 2 for 1 night on Tues. Nothing special but is has been here forever. The kids at school will be able to show you the hot spots; there are places like the Oasis and Panama Hatties on the island which are always a great time on weekends. Bike riding is a must in this city you pretty much can get anywhere on one. Once you are there you need to look up Dr Harry Stanford he is totally into Metaphysics and has a ghost hunting group that I think you would enjoy. Jobs well there are plenty of them around for you college students. For other things that you can’t find in the city you can always drive up to Jax it is only about 30 minutes away and another great city to hang out in. I am currently trying to move to St. Augustine and I can tell you that for FL the cost of living is not bad. Prices are pretty reasonable and lower than a lot of places in FL. For your first year I would say stay in the dorms! They are haunted and you seem like the person that would enjoy a greeting or two. There are several apartments near school (and houses too) that are pretty cheap to rent. Most people have a roommate however 2 bedrooms are not a problem to find. Artist flock to the city and you can find them everywhere; it is also a huge place for musicians of all sorts. You will see them everywhere. Speaking of that you can always find live music on the weekends if you enjoy that. I don’t think there really is a “bad” spot in St. Augustine there used to be a lot of homeless but mainly just around the bus station and the downtown post office. The city is working really hard to correct this problem and well I have never seen crime, been bothered by people or had anything happen to me. From the stats I read while doing my research for moving the crime rate is pretty low. I promise you if you go to school here you won’t get board, I mean bar hopping and beach what more do you need. I think it is a great city for those who are opened minded, creative and full of positive energy and I know that I can’t wait to call it home. If you have more questions are need help with anything let me know I will be happy to contact my friends for you, or direct them your way. Think of this if you don’t like it you can always go to another school in a year, however I think you will love it there so GO FOR IT!!!!! You only live once and you are only young once. I hope this helps you, good luck with school and just maybe I will run into at St. George’s.
dcrobinson
dcrobinson

Question: does anyone go to Flagler college? How do you like it?

considering it for next year. thanks for any info or advice you can give.
17 months ago
gossip_palms
gossi...

Best Answer

I'm considering it too! It is a great school, and is very hard to get into. It has a beautiful campus. St. Augustine is a great city to live in. My grandma just came back from St. Augustine, and said I would love it. Lots of people there work in the town. It's a nice liberal arts college. The average GPA is a 3.3 according to US News. It also has decent reputation and academics. If you don't mind can you answer my question about Flagler College and other colleges. http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AichF6Q106sbXAZShR.qu7jsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20080823143430AAoie8K Good Luck!
meggs515
meggs515

Question: Any experience with these colleges in Florida?

I am attending community college in Florida, having moved here in the last year from New York. I will be done getting my AA in May, and attend on transfering within the state and studying Elementary Education, and eventually getting my Masters. However, I have not heard a lot about the reputations of any of the private schools in Florida. These are the schools I am considering: *Flagler College *Barry University *Lynn University *Rollins College *Florida Southern College *University of Tampa I would love to hear first hand accounts from anyone who has attended these schools. Any information in general would be useful. I am hoping to narrow this list down to three schools. Also, if you have any information about other schools in Florida, public or private, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks! :) Thanks for the info on Flagler. I heard it was very beautiful. I have heard a lot about UF, thats the only college I ever hear anyone talking about actually. Thats why I posted this question for more information on other places, since UF is so popular and so frequently talked about
30 months ago
RoaringMice
Roari...

Best Answer

University of Florida Gainesville is, of course, the powerhouse in Florida. I have heard of some of these other schools, but can't speak to them. However, I've been on the Flagler campus several times. You should visit, if only to see it, because it's stunning. It's in an old hotel, and it has Tiffany windows, it overlooks the ocean and the Bridge of Lions in St. Augustine, and just... wow. As for its academics, it's fine - not the best, far from the worst. It's been rated as one of America's best value colleges by US News & World Report.
Luna
Luna

Question: Flagler College?

I want to transfer to flagler college when I get my AA. I wanted to study Deaf Education. I heard their program is very good. I was wondering if anyone was doing that now or have already finished. I would like to know if they liked flagler college. Thanks!
30 months ago
Token
Token

Best Answer

I graduated Flagler College and I loved the school. It is a tough liberal school that is very demanding but well worth it. The deaf education program is excellent and Flagler College is located down the street from the Florida School of the Deaf and Blind. You will be doing a lot of assisting with the deaf school and other things such as deaf games like GoalBall. Also you will be expected to participate with the hearing schools as well so you know what you will be getting into.
kittykat
kittykat

Question: Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida?

I am going there next year and am so excited! Does anyone go there or know anyone who goes there. How do they like it?
33 months ago
surfjax32
surfj...

Best Answer

You will love it!!! First of all St. Augustine is a wonderful city and there is always something going on there. Second you are going to the most beautiful school in the US! It really is amazing and the art work, carvings, and ceilings are awesome. I was just there last summer and I love the place. Also St. Augustine is a good bike city which saves you gas; a lot of things are close to the school. The locals are very nice, I do not live there but I go each year to see friends that we met there when we were on vacation! Now we have a ton of friends there. I applied to the college, but went to U of Miami instead, but one of my friends goes there and she just loves it!!!!! I don't know if you are going to be working or not but there are plenty of places with good hours to work! Here is a good tip if you want to get to know some of the locals try volunteering they do tons of reenactments and always need people, these are fun and you get to meet amazing people! Also there is nothing better than seeing St. Augustine at Christmas the whole city is lighted up with white lights amazing! You will have a great time and there are some wonderful beaches be sure to eat at Scarlet O'Hare's and check out the Pit Surf Shop. Oh Yeah and the Oasis has the best food around the breakfast are cheap, big and wonderful!!!!!!!!!!! Enjoy college it really goes by fast and have a great time you will love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Question: Flagler college girls dorms???

Can anyone tell me if the girls dorm rooms at Flagler College in St. Augustine have their own shower/bath, if the rooms have air conditioning and what kind of internet service the college has? Thanks!!
36 months ago
Steph
Steph

Best Answer

The majority of girls dorm rooms have suite baths where you share with one other room. There are a handfull of rooms (mostly on the 3rd floor) that have a hall bath but those are only shared by a 3-4 rooms. They now have air conditioning (which they didn't when I was there - it was awful) and I believe that they finally installed the network in the dorms. You will be hard pressed to find anywhere with dorms like Flagler. I had a fireplace in my room (non-functioning), a secret door that opened into the rafters and got to walk through that beautiful rotunda to go everywhere. Now that they have air conditioning, they are definitely nice dorms.

Photos

  • Lobby inside Flagler College.
    Lobby inside Flagler College. [source]
  • Flagler athletics logo
    Flagler athletics logo [source]
  • A statue of Henry Flagler, who constructed the Ponce de Leon Hotel, stands guard at the King Street entry to Flagler College.
    A statue of Henry Flagler, who constructed the Ponce de Leon Hotel, stands guard at the King Street entry to Flagler College. [source]
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    Flagler College [source]
  • Seal of Flagler College
    Seal of Flagler College [source]
  • Courtyard of Ponce de León Hall
    Courtyard of Ponce de León Hall [source]
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