The University of Tampa and University of Central Florida are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. The University of Tampa is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Tampa, FL and UCF is a four-year, public school located in Orlando, FL.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| The University of Tampa | vs. | University of Central Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa, Florida | Location | Orlando, Florida |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (larger programs) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $34,408 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$6,368
Out-Of-State$22,467 |
| 91% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 69% |
| $13,999 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,098 |
| 40.34 % | Acceptance Rates | 40.11 % |
| 16.62 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 33.50 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,260 |
| - | ACT Score | 27 |
| 64 % | Graduation Rate | 78 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 9 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 92 % |
| 11,433 | Student Population | 69,713 |
| 472 | Number of Faculties | 1,553 |
| 17 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 28 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |