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The University of Tampa

Tampa, FL·Private nonprofit·10,093 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students considering a private nonprofit institution in Florida. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $55,100 within 10 years.

41%
Accept
10,093
Students
$35,634
Net Price
62%
Grad Rate
$55,100
Earnings
10 yr
$18,750
Debt

About This School

The University of Tampa is a private nonprofit institution located in Tampa, Florida with approximately 10,093 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 41% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $35,634 per year. The graduation rate is 62%, and the typical graduate earns $55,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Tampa is a private university in Tampa, Florida, United States. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. UTampa offers more than 200 programs of study, including 19 master's degrees and a broad variety of majors, minors, pre-professional programs and certificates.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 62% graduation rate and 80% freshman retention suggest a meaningful chunk of students either leave or struggle to finish, which is worth asking about during a visit. That said, the $18,750 median debt at graduation is reassuringly low, and median earnings of $55,100 a decade out are reasonable, especially given Tampa's growing job market and the school's broad range of programs. Worth considering if you're drawn to an urban campus experience with manageable debt, but make sure the major you want has a strong track record and ask specifically what support is in place to help students graduate on time.

Founded
1931
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing31%
Health Professions11%
Social Sciences11%
Biological Sciences10%
Communications8%
Psychology5%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Computer Science4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

ChynaLorenzo VigasPaul OrndorffCr1TiKaLBob MartinezCamilo MouriñoLou PiniellaJohn Matuszak

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,424
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,424
Avg Net Price
$35,634
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants16%
Median debt at graduation$18,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
62%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
80%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$42,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White71%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino13%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (10,093 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

The University of Tampa

401 W Kennedy Blvd

Tampa, FL 33606-1490

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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