Colleges in Florida

“The Sunshine State” and home to 1,350 miles of coastline, Florida is a state run on tourism with a subtropical-to-tropical climate. The wide variety of colleges in Florida include the 12 in the State University System of Florida, the 28 community colleges and state colleges in the Florida College System, and numerous religiously-affiliated institutions. The oldest recognized institution in the Alligator State is Rollins College, founded in 1885. While, of course, Florida is home to Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, it also claims several unique attractions, such as Solomon’s Castle in Ona, The Dali Museum, the Ancient Spanish Monastery in North Miami Beach, and Falling Waters State Park.

Lakeland, FL

With campus along the shore of Lake Hollingsworth, Florida Southern College is a 4-year private institution in Lakeland, Florida. Florida Southern confers bachelor’s degrees in over 70 academic programs. For students interested in history and...

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The staff of Florida Southern are so helpful and passionate about the students' endeavors, it's a breath of fresh air. Not only would you learn in the classroom, but there are so many other opportunities for students to grow and become active members...

” – Jasmine from Lakeland, FL

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$27,091

average net price

3,281

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Florida Gulf Coast University

Fort Myers, FL

Situated between the Everglades and the Gulf of Mexico, Florida Gulf Coast University is a public institution in southwest Florida. FGCU hosts Colleges of Business, Education, Arts & Sciences, Health, and Engineering conferring undergraduate degrees...

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I love the learning environment, the class sizes are relatively small and the professors i had , have been reachable and easy to talk to.

” – Joni-marie from Coral Springs, FL

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1142

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74%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$10,151

average net price

15,969

number of students

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Valencia College

Orlando, FL

Founded in 1967, Valencia College is a 2-year community college with eight campuses in the Orlando metro area. On top of offering more than 120 associate degree-granting programs, Valencia confers five bachelor’s degrees in Nursing, Electrical and...

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Valencia is an awesome college. I can learn well in the environment they have created. Their environment is friendly and fun. The teachers are experienced and are eager to impart their knowledge. If I have any problems, they have tutors and workshops...

” – Heather from Orlando, FL

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$4,901

average net price

43,370

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University of North Florida

Jacksonville, FL

The University of North Florida is a 4-year public institution in Jacksonville and a member of the State University System of Florida. UNF is home to five colleges of Health, Business, Arts, Computing, and Education hosting degree-granting programs...

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Take advantage of professor's office hours!! They are more than willing to sit down with you!

” – Carly from Florida

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1159

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71%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$9,789

average net price

16,406

number of students

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Saint Leo University

Saint Leo, FL

Founded in 1889, Saint Leo University is a top rated, private university located in Tampa Bay, Florida. We offer our students an ideal college experience - from our leading-edge academics with over 50 programs (including unique accelerated 3 + 1...

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I AM LEARNING A LOT AT ST LEO AND THE PROFESSORS ARE REALLY HELPFUL AND WANT YOU TO SUCEED

” – JOSEPH from ORLANDO, FL

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1079

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80%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$19,818

average net price

10,242

number of students

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Florida Institute of Technology

Melbourne, FL

Florida Tech is home to the serious seekers, the relentlessly curious, bold and driven scholars who learn best by doing. Our hands-on approach to education includes a cooperative education program, field research projects, capstone experiences...

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When you come here, you must be alert and ready to learn. This school is perfect for you, if you like one and one interaction. The classes wont pass 50 students. Professors are always available, the student center will always be watching your grades...

” – Angeline from Palm Springs, FL

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1264

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64%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$33,313

average net price

8,315

number of students

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Eckerd College

Saint Petersburg, FL

Located in St. Petersburg, FL, Eckerd College is a 4-year liberal arts institution on a mile-long waterfront beach. Eckerd offers upwards of 40 majors, all of which include 4 years of classes in art, literature, and the natural and social sciences...

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Eckerd College is a very small liberal arts school in St. Pete, FL. The best part about attending a small school is that the class sizes are smaller, which enhances learning. You actually get to know your professors (which are all very helpful) and...

” – Tess from Morton Grove, IL

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1210

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65%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$43,732

average net price

1,993

number of students

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Stetson University

Deland, FL

Stetson University is a private university in DeLand, FL, with regional campuses in Tampa, Gulfport, and Orlando. Stetson is home to a college of Arts and Sciences and was also the first institution in the state to host schools of Business...

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With a revamped curriculum that was launched this fall, Stetson is offering a wider variety of classes than ever. This school is designed with the goal of every student graduating with a well-rounded education, and I wholeheartedly feel this at work...

” – Maria Harper

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1210

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94%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$23,864

average net price

3,928

number of students

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Barry University

Miami, FL

Founded in 1940 in Miami, Florida, Barry University offers over a hundred bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. Our personalized, values-based education centered on experiential learning gives our students the tools and real-world...

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This School excels in every program that they provide. Barry makes sure that you learn everything that you need to learn that will help you in future classes and in your career. Teachers are always there to help you and they allow questions at...

” – C.Symoane

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1009

average sat composite

60%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$20,825

average net price

6,958

number of students

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Broward College

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Broward College is a 2-year community college in Fort Lauderdale and a member of the Florida College System. Broward confers degrees and certificates in over 100 fields of study and makes academic programs available as both day and evening classes...

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I've been attending Broward College (formerly known as Broward Community College) for a year and a half now. I have learned a tremendous amount from teachers and classmates at this school. All the teachers I have had are extremely knowledgeable in...

” – Alysia from Coral Springs, FL

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100%

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$12,416

average net price

30,057

number of students

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Rollins College

Winter Park, FL

Life-changing adventure. Knowledge and skills that stand the test of time. The world’s greatest guides. At Rollins, you’ll craft a one-of-a-kind college experience and seize infinite opportunities to put your education to work in the world. You’ll...

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When i started attending this college it was so surreal, everything about his school was perfect. The campus was beautiful, the professors amazing and my peers pretty awesome. The classes are small and have been more focused on the individual...

” – Justin from Winter Park, FL

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1260

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50%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$33,216

average net price

3,029

number of students

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Palm Beach State College

Lake Worth, FL

Founded in 1933, Palm Beach State College is a 2-year community college in south Florida and the first community college in the state. PBSC offers bachelor’s degrees in Nursing, Supervision & Management, and Information Management as well as numerous...

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Obviously the type of learning environment created varies from professor to professor, but one can always expect small class sizes.

Many of the courses considered to be high risk (those that have a greater percent of students withdrawing or failing...

” – Stephanie from Loxahatchee, FL

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100%

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$9,782

average net price

24,223

number of students

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