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These are the best colleges in Florida, report says
By Katlyn Brieskorn,
19 days ago
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Several colleges in Florida are considered the “best” in the United States, according to a new analysis from Money.
The analysis showcased the country’s top 745 colleges based on graduation rates, cost of attendance, financial aid, alumni salaries and more.
“There isn’t one “best” college for every student, but our star ratings can help you build a list of standout schools that fit your budget,” Money said.
Out of the hundreds of schools that made the list, 17 are in Florida.
Here is a look at the “best” schools in Florida, according to Money.
College
Acceptance rate
Est. full price
Est. price with average grant
Graduation rate
University of South Florida
44%
$25,600
$11,600
75%
University of North Florida
71%
$23,400
$12,000
64%
University of Miami
19%
$82,100
$38,600
82%
University of Florida
23%
$22,700
$12,400
88%
University of Central Florida
41%
$25,000
$13,900
74%
Rollins College
50%
$78,300
$37,300
79%
Ringling College of Art and Design
65%
$80,000
$58,900
77%
Nova Southeastern University
76%
$59,100
$31,300
70%
New College of Florida
75%
$22,500
$11,100
65%
Florida State University
25%
$24,700
$14,800
84%
Florida Southern College
57%
$59,500
$28,900
69%
Florida International University
64%
$25,900
$10,400
72%
Florida Atlantic University
81%
$25,800
$10,300
62%
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
33%
$25,100
$12,200
58%
Flagler College
81%
$44,100
$28,100
65%
Everglades University
70%
$40,900
$30,400
57%
Eckerd College
65%
$69,900
$42,400
66%
The University of Florida was the highest-rated Florida school, receiving five stars. The University of South Florida, the University of Central Florida, Florida International University and Florida State University each received 4.5-star ratings.
According to Money, the University of Miami was the most expensive school in the Sunshine State. Attending the school at full price would cost an estimated $82,100. The cheapest school in Florida was New College of Florida, where the estimated full price was $22,500.
To see how other schools across the country ranked, click here.
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