UF Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 24.20%. Very selective, indicating a competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1400. Excellent SAT scores, indicating highly competitive applicants and often placing them in the top percentiles nationally.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $6,381
- Out-of-State Tuition: $28,659
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UF:
- Total Enrollment: 56,311, including 8,372 online students
- 36,573 Undergraduate, 19,738 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 44.2% men, 55.8% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 91%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 5%. Few students transfer out, suggesting most students remain through graduation.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 98%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 505 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 84 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 239 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UF Overview
University of Florida (UF) is a four-year, public school located in Gainesville, FL. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UF's tuition & fees is $6,381 for Florida residents and $28,659 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 84% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,123.
The school has a total enrollment of 56,311 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
UF's acceptance rate is 24.20% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 42.20%. The median SAT score is 1400 and the ACT score is 31.
UF ranked 44th in National Universities and 1st in Florida Colleges rankings. University of Florida is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Florida is $6,381 for in-state students and $28,659 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,737 for in-state students and $30,130 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $6,381 for Florida residents and $28,659 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,737 for Florida residents and $30,130 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,381 | $28,659 |
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| Graduate | $12,737 | $30,130 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $6,381 | $28,659 |
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| Graduate | $12,737 | $30,130 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Florida offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UF
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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