Campus Identity
New College of Florida is a small public university in Sarasota, FL. Approximately 843 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 73% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 43/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
New College of Florida is a small public university in Sarasota, FL. Approximately 843 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 73% acceptance rate. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 43/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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SAT Evidence-Based Reading
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Campus Lifestyle
New College of Florida is a under 1,000, urban school with NAIA athletics and a greek life dominant Greek scene. The campus is 4 miles from Sarasota Beach, FL and 526 miles from Cloudmont Ski.
Athletics
NAIA
TSC
Greek Life
Greek Life Dominant
45% frats · 65% sororities
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Beach Access
4 miles
Sarasota Beach, FL
Weather
Hot Climate
71°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
New College of Florida students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Cloudmont Ski, 526 miles away. All are within 566 miles of campus.
Alabama
North Carolina
North Carolina
Beach Town
Students at New College of Florida are 4 miles from Sarasota Beach, FL, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Sarasota Beach, FL
Ocean access within 3.8 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Sarasota, FL
Sarasota has a hot climate, with winters averaging 62°F in Jan and summers peaking around 83°F in Aug.
Station: SARASOTA BRADENTON Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
New College of Florida in FL earns a composite safety score of 43/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,916 | $29,944 |
| Fees | $1,689 | $2,785 |
| Room & Board | $13,825 | $13,825 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $22,430 | $46,554 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
9 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is New College of Florida located?
New College of Florida is located in Sarasota, FL. The main campus address is 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at New College of Florida?
New College of Florida has an acceptance rate of 73%, making it moderately selective. Out of 1,623 applicants, 1,188 were admitted in the most recent year. 843 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for New College of Florida?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at New College of Florida scored between 21 and 26 on the ACT, with a median of 23. About 36% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend New College of Florida?
For the 2024-25 academic year, New College of Florida charges $6,916/year for in-state students and $29,944/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($13,825/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $29,944/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $7,195/year — what students actually pay. Use New College of Florida's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does New College of Florida have college sports?
Yes — New College of Florida competes at the NAIA level in the TSC. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is New College of Florida the right fit for me?
Whether New College of Florida is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (73% admit rate), avg net price ($7,195/year after aid), campus culture in Sarasota, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh New College of Florida against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with New College of Florida directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Sarasota, FL
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- TSC
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 71°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 43/100
- Nearest Airport
- Sarasota/Bradenton, FL (SRQ) · 1 mialso MCF (32 mi), PIE (37 mi)
Location
Sarasota, FL