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The Top 50 Best Colleges in the US is College Raptor’s most prestigious rankings list. Updated annually, these schools are celebrated for their rich histories, stunning campuses, excellent academics, and vibrant student life. The institutions on this list are known for both academic excellence and impressive extracurricular opportunities, making them “dream schools” for students around the world. Use these rankings as a jumping-off point for you to create your own personalized rankings using our college match tool.

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Florida	36573	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11936	56398	#1 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Undergraduates 36,573 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
2	University of Miami	13250	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	45397	61508	#2 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of Miami Coral Gables, FL The University of Miami is extremely selective and has a first year retention rate of 94%. With 183 available majors and programs, Law is a common choice. The school’s library system has over 4 million volumes, 4 million microforms, and 1.6 million electronic books. Undergraduates 13,250 Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
3	Florida State University	32720	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	15815	49814	#3 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Undergraduates 32,720 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
4	Rollins College	2640	47.54	1,180 – 1,370	39201	48239	#4 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Rollins College Winter Park, FL Rollins College was founded in 1885, making it the fourth oldest post-secondary institution in Florida. Rollins has won over 20 National Championships and more than 60 Sunshine State Conference Championships. Student athletes, known as Tars, participate in Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball, among others....Read more Undergraduates 2,640 Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $39,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,239
5	University of Florida-Online	5655	61.26	1,270 – 1,410	10965	56398	#5 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Based in Gainesville, the University of Florida-Online accepts 61% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 20% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 95%....Read more Undergraduates 5,655 Acceptance Rate 61.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $10,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
6	University of South Florida	38525	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11579	48328	#6 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 38,525 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
7	University of Central Florida	59552	40.11	1,210 – 1,350	13351	47137	#7 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 40% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 59,552 Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
8	Florida International University	45193	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	11178	47768	#8 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 45,193 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
9	Florida Southern College	2682	64.42	1,180 – 1,350	29384	47749	#9 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 64% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Florida Southern College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Undergraduates 2,682 Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
10	The University of Tampa	10598	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35679	48397	#10 2026 Best Colleges in Florida The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 89% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 57% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Undergraduates 10,598 Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
11	Stetson University	2349	71.6	1,070 – 1,290	20319	44792	#11 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Stetson University DeLand, FL Stetson University was first known as DeLand Academy when it opened in 1883. Its name changed just a few years later after generous donations from John B. Stetson. During downtime, students have plenty to do, as the campus isn’t far from the beach or amusement parks in Orlando. Stetson has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 2,349 Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,792
12	Eckerd College	1893	75.8	1,170 – 1,340	43884	37505	#12 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, FL A private liberal arts school located not far from the beach, Eckerd College is home to several sustainability initiatives, bikesharing systems, and the Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory. In fact, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography is a commonly chosen program....Read more Undergraduates 1,893 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $43,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,505
13	Florida Institute of Technology	3666	57.7	1,130 – 1,320	37361	41941	#13 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL During the last admissions cycle, the Florida Institute of Technology had a 9% yield. Alumni include astronauts, CEOs, politicians, and professors. 99% of FIA’s students receive grant aid, averaging $25,218 each. Classes are typically on the smaller size, with a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 3,666 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $37,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,941
14	Nova Southeastern University	7311	73.21	1,030 – 1,310	31858	58153	#14 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Based in Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Nova Southeastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 7,311 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,858 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,153
15	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach	10629	64.81	1,170 – 1,370	42976	65391	#15 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach, FL Located in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach accepted 65% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach will......Read more Undergraduates 10,629 Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $42,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
16	University of North Florida	13735	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	11135	46546	#16 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Undergraduates 13,735 Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $11,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
17	New College of Florida	852	73.2	1,070 – 1,250	9078	32611	#17 2026 Best Colleges in Florida New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Undergraduates 852 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
18	Florida Atlantic University	24876	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	10225	45647	#18 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 24,876 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
19	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	7890	20.56	1,040 – 1,180	13819	36153	#19 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Undergraduates 7,890 Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
20	Florida Gulf Coast University	14463	63.44	1,040 – 1,210	12863	45029	#20 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 46% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 14,463 Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
21	Ringling College of Art and Design	1666	69.65	--	62012	39650	#21 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Ringling College of Art and Design Sarasota, FL Based in Sarasota, Ringling College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 99% of students attending Ringling College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,666 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $62,012 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,650
22	University of West Florida	9970	58.24	1,040 – 1,260	10092	42204	#22 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 58% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,970 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
23	Flagler College	2409	80.76	980 – 1,200	32395	41963	#23 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Flagler College Saint Augustine, FL Based in Saint Augustine, Flagler College’s acceptance rate is 81% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and 50% of students will earn their degree in four years. The common majors among......Read more Undergraduates 2,409 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $32,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,963
24	Florida Polytechnic University	1690	57.52	1,180 – 1,350	13016	77545	#24 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Polytechnic University’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at Florida Polytechnic University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and 31% of students will earn their degree in four......Read more Undergraduates 1,690 Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,545
25	Jacksonville University	2946	56.94	1,110 – 1,280	24238	61991	#25 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Jacksonville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 2,946 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,238 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,991
26	Ave Maria University	1301	41.39	1,050 – 1,280	25294	43572	#26 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Ave Maria University Ave Maria, FL Ave Maria University is a private Catholic university located in southwest Florida. Found in 2003 by Tom Monaghan, AMU is the first new Catholic university since 1963. The school has a 17 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 79% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,301 Acceptance Rate 41.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
27	AdventHealth University	1407	33.72	1,030 – 1,150	29658	63230	#27 2026 Best Colleges in Florida AdventHealth University Orlando, FL Based in Orlando, AdventHealth University accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At AdventHealth University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,407 Acceptance Rate 33.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,230
28	Lynn University	2861	73.47	1,050 – 1,210	45469	41427	#28 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Lynn University Boca Raton, FL Located in Boca Raton, Lynn University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Lynn University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,861 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $45,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,427
29	Palm Beach Atlantic University	3312	81.99	960 – 1,230	31231	42366	#29 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Based in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Atlantic University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,312 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $31,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,366
30	Southeastern University	10172	52.98	1,010 – 1,210	32334	36314	#30 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,172 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
31	Florida College	728	69.66	980 – 1,220	24335	42430	#31 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Based in Temple Terrace, Florida College accepts 70% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and around 30% of students will graduate within four years. andLiberal Arts......Read more Undergraduates 728 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
32	Everglades University	2789	81.45	--	27948	38557	#32 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Everglades University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Everglades University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 72% of students at Everglades University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,789 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,557
33	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	18071	96.97	--	30723	37447	#33 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 18,071 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
34	Saint Leo University	7516	78.4	1,000 – 1,220	22599	41619	#34 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 59% first year retention rate and a 38% four year......Read more Undergraduates 7,516 Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
35	Beacon College	531	43.47	--	46997	19919	#35 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Beacon College Leesburg, FL Based in Leesburg, Beacon College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students at Beacon College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $38,284 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 531 Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $46,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,919
36	Herzing University-Orlando	714	94.2	--	19844	35295	#36 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Herzing University-Orlando Winter Park, FL Found in Winter Park, Herzing University-Orlando’s acceptance rate is 94%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students at Herzing University-Orlando currently receive institutional grant aid. 40% of students continued studying at Herzing University-Orlando after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 714 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
37	St. Thomas University	4486	97.91	870 – 1,070	27844	44435	#37 2026 Best Colleges in Florida St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 57%......Read more Undergraduates 4,486 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $27,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
38	Baptist University of Florida	521	35.99	930 – 1,170	15753	31489	#38 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Baptist University of Florida Graceville, FL Located in Graceville, Baptist University of Florida accepts 36% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 75% of students at Baptist University of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 45%....Read more Undergraduates 521 Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,489
39	Barry University	3232	77.24	930 – 1,080	23883	47637	#39 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Barry University Miami, FL Based in Miami, Barry University accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Barry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students decide to stay at Barry......Read more Undergraduates 3,232 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $23,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
40	Hobe Sound Bible College	131	96.3	840 – 1,200	11926	25150	#40 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Hobe Sound Bible College Hobe Sound, FL Located in Hobe Sound, Hobe Sound Bible College accepts 96% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 131 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
41	Albizu University-Miami	287	75.71	--	19849	32168	#41 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Albizu University-Miami Miami, FL Based in Miami, Albizu University-Miami accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students at Albizu University-Miami currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 287 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,849 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,168
42	Trinity Baptist College	406	53.28	840 – 1,030	19921	33640	#42 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Trinity Baptist College Jacksonville, FL Based in Jacksonville, Trinity Baptist College’s acceptance rate is 53%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 406 Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $19,921 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,640
43	Full Sail University	25777	0	--	37848	31917	#43 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Full Sail University Winter Park, FL Undergraduates 25,777 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,917
44	Bethune-Cookman University	2738	88.24	830 – 990	12476	28282	#44 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Found in Daytona Beach, Bethune-Cookman University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students attending Bethune-Cookman University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,738 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
45	Warner University	803	42.81	800 – 1,060	20888	39589	#45 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 43% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 803 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $20,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
46	Edward Waters University	1087	84.95	820 – 990	12029	29809	#46 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Edward Waters University Jacksonville, FL Located in Jacksonville, Edward Waters University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 75% of students at Edward Waters University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Edward Waters......Read more Undergraduates 1,087 Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 820 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,809
47	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide	9447	57.91	1,020 – 1,270	19458	65391	#47 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach, FL Based in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide’s acceptance rate is 58% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 24% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide will receive institutional grant aid. 60% of students continued their studies at Embry-Riddle......Read more Undergraduates 9,447 Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
48	Webber International University	833	69.4	840 – 1,060	30583	37691	#48 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Undergraduates 833 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $30,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
49	Florida Memorial University	1206	85.26	--	21679	28943	#49 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, Florida Memorial University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications. About 24% of students at Florida Memorial University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Florida Memorial University, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 17% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,206 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,943