Florida State University is a public research university in Tallahassee, Florida, United States. It is a senior member of the State University System of Florida and a preeminent university in the state. Chartered in 1851, it is located on Florida's oldest continuous site of higher education.
Motto: Vires, Artes, Mores (Latin)
Motto in English: "Strength, Skill, Character"
Type: Public research university
Established: January 24, 1851
Parent institution: State University System of Florida
Accreditation: SACS
Academic affiliations: ORAU · URA · Sea-grant · Space-grant