Colleges in Florida

There are 149 accredited colleges and universities in Florida. They admit an average of 63% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $20,501 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.

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Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.

Top Colleges in Florida

The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Florida. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.

UniversityLocationAcceptance Rate
University of FloridaGainesville, FL24%
Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL25%
University of MiamiCoral Gables, FL18%
Rollins CollegeWinter Park, FL41%
University of Central FloridaOrlando, FL40%
University of South FloridaTampa, FL41%
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical UniversityTallahassee, FL21%
Florida Polytechnic UniversityLakeland, FL56%
Johnson University FloridaKissimmee, FL23%
University of Florida-OnlineGainesville, FL64%
Florida Southern CollegeLakeland, FL59%
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-WorldwideDaytona Beach, FL62%
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona BeachDaytona Beach, FL66%
Jacksonville UniversityJacksonville, FL57%
Florida Institute of TechnologyMelbourne, FL62%
University of West FloridaPensacola, FL57%
Florida International UniversityMiami, FL59%
Nova Southeastern UniversityFort Lauderdale, FL73%
Eckerd CollegeSaint Petersburg, FL79%
University of North FloridaJacksonville, FL62%
New College of FloridaSarasota, FL74%
The University of TampaTampa, FL41%
Lynn UniversityBoca Raton, FL74%
Baptist University of FloridaGraceville, FL64%
Stetson UniversityDeLand, FL86%
Warner UniversityLake Wales, FL48%
Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton, FL73%
Florida Gulf Coast UniversityFort Myers, FL77%
Florida CollegeTemple Terrace, FL66%
Trinity Baptist CollegeJacksonville, FL62%

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Most Affordable Colleges in Florida

Universities in Florida with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).

UniversityLocationAvg Net Price
Indian River State CollegeFort Pierce, FL$3,815
Hillsborough Community CollegeTampa, FL$3,861
South Florida State CollegeAvon Park, FL$3,877
Pensacola State CollegePensacola, FL$3,957
Florida State College at JacksonvilleJacksonville, FL$4,128
Northwest Florida State CollegeNiceville, FL$4,571
Gulf Coast State CollegePanama City, FL$4,709
University of Florida-OnlineGainesville, FL$4,815
Pasco-Hernando State CollegeNew Port Richey, FL$5,203
Florida Gateway CollegeLake City, FL$5,364
Trinity International University-FloridaMiami, FL$5,455
Miami Dade CollegeMiami, FL$5,463

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Frequently Asked Questions

How many colleges are in Florida?

There are 149 accredited colleges and universities in Florida in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 63% of applicants and cost about $20,501 per year after aid.

What is the best college in Florida?

University of Florida is the highest nationally ranked university in Florida. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 149 Florida colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.

What is the average cost of college in Florida?

The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Florida is about $20,501 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.

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