Colleges in Florida
Florida is home to 219 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Known for beach campuses and warm weather year-round, Florida offers a range of environments for every type of student. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
219 total in FloridaUniversity of Central Florida
University of Central Florida is a public 4-year institution in Orlando, FL. Enrollment: ~59,146 students. Admissions are accessible (40% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $19,810/year.
Florida International University
Florida International University is a public 4-year institution in Miami, FL. Enrollment: ~39,508 students. Admissions are accessible (55% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,529/year.
University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a public 4-year institution in Tampa, FL. Enrollment: ~37,207 students. Admissions are accessible (43% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $15,473/year.
University of Florida
University of Florida is a public 4-year institution in Gainesville, FL. Enrollment: ~35,629 students. Admissions are selective (24% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $25,694/year.
Florida State University
Florida State University is a public 4-year institution in Tallahassee, FL. Enrollment: ~32,212 students. Admissions are selective (24% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,540/year.
Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic University is a public 4-year institution in Boca Raton, FL. Enrollment: ~23,757 students. Admissions are accessible (66% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,374/year.
Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale
Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale is a private 4-year institution in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Enrollment: ~17,678 students. Admissions are accessible (97% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $20,800/year.
Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Gulf Coast University is a public 4-year institution in Fort Myers, FL. Enrollment: ~13,874 students. Admissions are accessible (63% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $22,328/year.
University of North Florida
University of North Florida is a public 4-year institution in Jacksonville, FL. Enrollment: ~13,359 students. Admissions are accessible (53% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $17,999/year.
University of Miami
University of Miami is a private 4-year institution in Coral Gables, FL. Enrollment: ~12,913 students. Admissions are selective (19% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $53,112/year.
The University of Tampa
The University of Tampa is a private 4-year institution in Tampa, FL. Enrollment: ~10,572 students. Admissions are accessible (40% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $29,162/year.
University of West Florida
University of West Florida is a public 4-year institution in Pensacola, FL. Enrollment: ~9,330 students. Admissions are accessible (58% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,587/year.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide is a private 4-year institution in Daytona Beach, FL. Enrollment: ~9,139 students. Admissions are accessible (58% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $10,728/year.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach is a private 4-year institution in Daytona Beach, FL. Enrollment: ~7,860 students. Admissions are accessible (65% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $37,512/year.
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a public 4-year institution in Tallahassee, FL. Enrollment: ~7,582 students. Admissions are selective (21% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,524/year.
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University is a private 4-year institution in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Enrollment: ~7,240 students. Admissions are accessible (73% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $33,510/year.
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo University is a private 4-year institution in Saint Leo, FL. Enrollment: ~6,721 students. Admissions are accessible (78% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $23,990/year.
Southeastern University
Southeastern University is a private 4-year institution in Lakeland, FL. Enrollment: ~4,813 students. Admissions are accessible (53% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $27,320/year.
Florida Institute of Technology
Florida Institute of Technology is a private 4-year institution in Melbourne, FL. Enrollment: ~3,404 students. Admissions are accessible (58% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $42,346/year.
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville University is a private 4-year institution in Jacksonville, FL. Enrollment: ~2,930 students. Admissions are accessible (57% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $42,250/year.
Lynn University
Lynn University is a private 4-year institution in Boca Raton, FL. Enrollment: ~2,859 students. Admissions are accessible (73% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $38,650/year.
Everglades University
Everglades University is a private 4-year institution in Boca Raton, FL. Enrollment: ~2,789 students. Admissions are accessible (81% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $18,120/year.
Bethune-Cookman University
Bethune-Cookman University is a private 4-year institution in Daytona Beach, FL. Enrollment: ~2,732 students. Admissions are accessible (88% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $13,844/year.
Florida Southern College
Florida Southern College is a private 4-year institution in Lakeland, FL. Enrollment: ~2,656 students. Admissions are accessible (64% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $38,180/year.
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