University of Florida
A good fit for competitive applicants and families who need the lowest possible cost. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $65,700 within 10 years; exceptional 91% graduation rate.
About This School
University of Florida is a public institution located in Gainesville, Florida with approximately 35,629 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 24% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $6,541 per year. The graduation rate is 91%, and the typical graduate earns $65,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
The University of Florida 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.
This is a strong option for students who want a selective public university experience without the private school price tag — the average net cost of just $6,351/year is genuinely hard to beat, and a 92% graduation rate signals that students who get in tend to finish. The median earnings of $65,700 at 10 years out, paired with only $14,000 in median debt, suggest real return on investment for most graduates. The 24% acceptance rate means it's competitive but not out of reach, making it worth a serious look for high-achieving in-state students especially.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
What This School Looks For
From the school's most recent Common Data Set (2024-25). What the admissions office actually weighs:
Early vs. Regular Decision
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 18% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (35,629 undergraduates).
In the Classroom & On Campus
Class size distribution
Source: University of Florida Common Data Set (2024-25).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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Orlando, FL · Public
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL · Public
Florida International University
Miami, FL · Public
Valencia College
Orlando, FL · Public
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL · Public
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL · Public
Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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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