Florida State University Division of Student Affairs
Division of Student Affairs • Parents & Families
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Parents & Family

Florida State University views families as important partners in achieving the success of students and the institution. There are several ways to get involved and stay connected during your student's time at FSU. Below we have listed some of the resources provided by the Division of Student Affairs and our Campus Partners, grouped by the following topics:

Money Matters

  • Financial Aid
    Links to FAFSA, Scholarship info, and costs for attending FSU
  • University Housing
    Find rates for on-campus housing, and learn the benefits of first-year students living on campus
  • Registrar
    Tuition rates, deadlines, and more
  • Seminole Dining
    Sign your student up for a meal plan, which may be required for certain residence halls

When Can I visit?

  • Parent's Weekend (Fall Semester)
    Parents' Weekend takes place in the Fall Semester. Events include a home football game, Circus home shows, an address from the President, the Fun Run, and more! Registration opens in the summer
  • Family Weekend (Spring Semester)
    There are three weekends which are packed full of activities - too many for us to choose just one - so we encourage you to choose which of these weekends fits your interest, schedule, and convenience.
  • FSU Athletics
    Find all the information on FSU teams and schedules
  • University Housing
    Find out more information about your student's residence hall, policies, and opening/closing dates for on-campus housing

Giving Back

  • Giving to Student Affairs
    Support of the Division of Student Affairs is essential to continue the work we do in preparing students for post-collegiate life. Whether you prefer giving as part of your annual gift, creating an endowment or through a planned gift, each contribution makes an impact on current and future students at Florida State. You can even designate to a particular department or program within Student Affairs.
  • FSU Foundation
    The mission of the Florida State University Foundation, Inc. is to enhance the academic vision and priorities of The Florida State University through its organized fundraising activities and funds management. Established in 1960, the Foundation, a non-profit corporation, today manages an endowment that exceeds $390 million and has total assets of $499 million (as of December 31, 2010).
  • Seminole Boosters
    As the fundraising arm of the Florida State University, Seminole Boosters, Inc. is charged with generating current and deferred contributions for the purpose of enriching the overall educational environment of the Florida State University Athletic Program and providing financial security, which contributes to the program's long term growth and prosperity.
  • Alumni Association
    The mission of the Alumni Association is to build our network of alumni and friends and sustain meaningful relationships on behalf of The Florida State University.

How Can Students Get Involved on Campus?

  • Calendar of Events
    The Division of Student Affairs and its departments sponsor hundreds of events each semester for students to attend, on campus and free of charge
  • Student Government Association
    The Student Government Association is the student’s voice at Florida State University with three branches of the government–executive, legislative, and judicial. SGA budgets more than ten million dollars of activity and service fees each year to Student Organizations, the Oglesby Union, and Campus Recreation.
  • Fridays at the Union
    You’ll always find excitement and variety with activities and events presented by Union Productions, the Student Life Cinema, the Art Center, Crenshaw Lanes, and Seminole Dining
  • Summer Noles
    There are plenty of events during the summer as well!
  • Seminole Sensation Week
    FSU welcomes new and returning students to campus for the fall with a week packed full of events, most of which are free for students. Includes the Last Call Before Fall concert, Movies on the Green, New Student Convocation, and more!
  • Student Activities Center
    The Student Activities Center believes that student involvement outside of the classroom contributes to important learning gains and a well rounded college experience that prepares students for life after graduation. Student Activities oversees Dance Marathon, Homecoming,, Seminole Sensation Week, and more
  • The Center for Leadership & Civic Education
    The Center exists for the training, development, education, and engagement of citizenship and leadership. The mission of the Center for Leadership and Civic Education is to enhance the education of students for responsible citizenship and effective leadership.
  • Campus Recreation
    Students can work out at the Leach Center, join a Sports Club or Intramural Team, reconnect with nature through Outdoor Pursuits and the FSU Reservation, and more.

Stay Connected

  • New Student & Family Programs
    New Student & Family Programs includes Orientation, the One Book/One Campus Summer Reading Program, New Student Convocation, and the Family Connection
    • Family Connection
      Stay updated on news you need to know from the Office of New Student & Family Programs
  • DSA Social Media
    Follow DSA and our departments on Facebook, Twitter, and more!
  • Alumni Association
    Did you graduate from FSU? Make sure you stay connected to your Alma Mater through the Alumni Association
  • FSU.com
    The Official news site of Florida State University

Academics

  • Registrar
    Information about Courses, Academic Calendar, Tuition, and Graduation
  • Center for Academic Retention & Enhancement
    The center provides both, pre-collegiate and collegiate programs of recruitment, preparation, enrichment, orientation, academic support, counseling and advocacy which are targeted primarily to those who are first-generation college students.
  • Advising First
    The Advising First program, part of the Division of Undergraduate Studies, strategically places professional academic advisors and success coaches to serve students within academic units and established Advising First centers throughout the university.
  • Academic Center for Excellence
    The mission of the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) is to help all undergraduate students at Florida State University develop the study skills and personal success habits that enhance learning and promote the highest level of scholarship and academic achievement.
  • Student Disability Resource Center
    As a primary advocate for students with disabilities, the SDRC works with faculty and staff to provide accommodations for the unique needs of students both in and out of the classroom.
  • Living-Learning Communities
    Florida State University offers 7 different Living-Learning Communities, where students not only live in the same residence hall but participate in an academic component that helps bring them together as a community.
  • Service Learning
    The FSU Service Learning Program works to support the integration of community service into the academic curriculum by working closely with faculty, and to foster partnerships with community-based agencies.

Health & Safety

  • FSU Police Department
    Supports the mission of the Florida State University by promoting a safe and secure higher education environment while providing proactive police and customer-related services aimed at reducing crime.
  • Thagard Student Health Center
    FSU's fully accredited Primary Care facility, providing a full range of medical services and outreach programs
  • University Counseling Center
    Provides confidential mental health counseling services and prevention programming to FSU students free of charge.
  • Victim Advocate Program
    The Victim Advocate Program offers support for victims of crime, and education to the community
  • Alcohol.fsu.edu
    Read about the dangers of binge drinking, FSU's alcohol policies, and other information
  • Hazing.fsu.edu
    Learn how Florida State University is active in preventing hazing in our community