Florida State University is ranked #53 out of 439 National Universities according to the 2024 edition of Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report. It is also ranked #23 among public universities in the "Best National Universities for Veterans" category. Florida State University has also scored its highest-ever ranking among national universities (both public and private) at No. 53. It is important to note that rankings can vary depending on the source and the criteria used for evaluation.