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University of Florida

Gainesville, FL · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About University of Florida

The University of Florida (Florida or UF) is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida, United States. It is a senior member of the State University System of Florida. The university traces its origins to 1853 and has operated continuously on its Gainesville campus since September 1906. After the Florida state legislature's creation of performance standards in 2013, the Florida Board of Governors designated the University of Florida as a "preeminent university". The University of Florida is one of three members of the Association of American Universities in Florida and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research spending and doctorate production". The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). It is the fourth largest U.S. public university by student population and is the fifth largest single-campus university in the United States with 54,814 students enrolled in fall 2023. The University of Florida is home to 16 academic colleges and more than 150 research centers and institutes. It offers multiple graduate professional programs—including business administration, engineering, law, dentistry, m

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24%

Acceptance

$6,541

Net price

35,629

Enrollment

91%

Grad rate

Report Card

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Academics

Graduation & retention rates

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Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

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Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

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Affordability

Average net price after aid

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Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

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Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

24%

Acceptance rate

1,403

SAT average

31

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading660730
SAT Math660750
ACT Composite2933

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$6,541

Average net price

$6,381

In-state tuition

$28,659

Out-of-state tuition

$12,120

Room & board

$810

Books & supplies

$22,523

Total cost of attendance

22%

Students receiving Pell grants

11%

Students with federal loans

$15,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$1,982
$30–48K
$2,768
$48–75K
$7,151
$75–110K
$12,905
$110K+
$16,723

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$71,588

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$56,398

Median earnings (6 yrs)

91%

Graduation rate

98%

Retention rate

87%

Earn more than a HS grad

$23,406

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

35,629

Total enrollment

8%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

31%

First-generation

Gender balance

55% women
45% men

Race & ethnicity

White
49%
Hispanic
25%
Asian
12%
Two or more races
5%
Black
5%

University of Florida FAQ

Is University of Florida a public or private school?

University of Florida is a public institution located in Gainesville, FL.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Florida?

University of Florida has an acceptance rate of 24%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does University of Florida cost?

The average annual net price at University of Florida is $6,541 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $6,381 in-state and $28,659 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at University of Florida?

About 91% of students at University of Florida complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do University of Florida graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, University of Florida students earn a median of $71,588 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Florida?

Admitted students at University of Florida have an average SAT score of 1,403 and an ACT midpoint of 31. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend University of Florida?

University of Florida enrolls about 35,629 students.

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