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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	11521	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 $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
2	University of Miami	13250	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	41028	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 $41,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
3	Florida State University	32711	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	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 32,711 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
4	United International College	175	93.88	--	0	63721	#4 2026 Best Colleges in Florida United International College Dania Beach, FL Found in Dania Beach, United International College accepts 94% of applicants and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $0 each. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 175 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
5	University of South Florida	38525	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#5 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 62% 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 $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
6	Rollins College	2640	47.54	1,200 – 1,360	37134	48239	#6 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 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,239
7	University of Central Florida	59649	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#7 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 59,649 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
8	Florida Southern College	2626	59.09	1,190 – 1,340	30462	47749	#8 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 59% 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 78%....Read more Undergraduates 2,626 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
9	Eckerd College	1893	75.8	1,170 – 1,340	40122	37505	#9 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 $40,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,505
10	Florida International University	44904	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	10742	47768	#10 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 68% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 44,904 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $10,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
11	Stetson University	2349	71.6	990 – 1,240	22914	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 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,792
12	Florida Institute of Technology	3677	57.7	1,130 – 1,320	36364	41941	#12 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. 100% of FIA’s students receive grant aid, averaging $23,953 each. Classes are typically on the smaller size, with a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 3,677 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $36,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,941
13	The University of Tampa	10594	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35975	48397	#13 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 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 52% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Undergraduates 10,594 Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
14	University of North Florida	13735	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	10628	46546	#14 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 60% 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 $10,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
15	Florida Polytechnic University	1690	34.77	1,140 – 1,320	11923	77545	#15 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Polytechnic University’s acceptance rate is 35% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Florida Polytechnic University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and 39% of students will earn their degree in four......Read more Undergraduates 1,690 Acceptance Rate 34.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,545
16	Nova Southeastern University	7307	73.24	1,030 – 1,310	32756	58153	#16 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 99% of students at Nova Southeastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 7,307 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $32,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,153
17	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach	7886	64.81	1,170 – 1,380	41550	65391	#17 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 98% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach will......Read more Undergraduates 7,886 Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
18	Ave Maria University	1250	44.81	1,080 – 1,310	23515	43572	#18 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 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 75% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,250 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,515 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
19	New College of Florida	710	74	1,040 – 1,250	8368	32611	#19 2026 Best Colleges in Florida New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Undergraduates 710 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
20	Ringling College of Art and Design	1689	69.65	--	60362	39650	#20 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 98% of students attending Ringling College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,689 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $60,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,650
21	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	18452	96.97	850 – 1,010	33865	37447	#21 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 83% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 18,452 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $33,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
22	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	7890	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#22 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 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
23	Florida Atlantic University	24942	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#23 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 24,942 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
24	University of West Florida	9661	56.87	1,020 – 1,220	8908	42204	#24 2026 Best Colleges in Florida University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,661 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
25	Florida Gulf Coast University	14243	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#25 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 49% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 14,243 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
26	Palm Beach Atlantic University	3094	88.32	990 – 1,220	31103	42366	#26 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Based in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Atlantic University accepted 88% 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 3,094 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $31,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,366
27	Beacon College	531	16.77	--	47664	19919	#27 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Beacon College Leesburg, FL Based in Leesburg, Beacon College accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at Beacon College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $17,957 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 531 Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,919
28	Jacksonville University	2946	56.96	1,110 – 1,280	25745	61991	#28 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 $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Jacksonville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 2,946 Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,991
29	Lynn University	2861	73.47	1,050 – 1,210	39582	41427	#29 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 96% 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 $39,582 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,427
30	Florida National University-Main Campus	2455	99.81	--	23629	29347	#30 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Located in Hialeah, Florida National University-Main Campus accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,455 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
31	Southeastern University	10351	61.65	1,010 – 1,210	27935	36314	#31 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 65% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,351 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
32	AdventHealth University	1407	22.51	1,030 – 1,150	30340	63230	#32 2026 Best Colleges in Florida AdventHealth University Orlando, FL Based in Orlando, AdventHealth University accepted 23% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At AdventHealth University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,407 Acceptance Rate 22.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $30,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,230
33	Florida College	657	66.45	940 – 1,140	23885	42430	#33 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Based in Temple Terrace, Florida College accepts 66% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 88% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 22% of students will graduate within four years. andLiberal Arts......Read more Undergraduates 657 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
34	Saint Leo University	7603	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#34 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% 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 58% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Undergraduates 7,603 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
35	St. Thomas University	3967	99.4	890 – 1,110	27029	44435	#35 2026 Best Colleges in Florida St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 99% 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 55%......Read more Undergraduates 3,967 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
36	Barry University	3232	77.13	910 – 1,120	23930	47637	#36 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 77.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $23,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
37	Full Sail University	25195	0	--	30879	31917	#37 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Full Sail University Winter Park, FL Undergraduates 25,195 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,917
38	Hobe Sound Bible College	141	24.03	840 – 1,200	10226	25150	#38 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Hobe Sound Bible College Hobe Sound, FL Located in Hobe Sound, Hobe Sound Bible College accepts 24% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 38% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 141 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $10,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
39	Webber International University	879	77.56	890 – 1,040	29716	37691	#39 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Webber International University Babson Park, FL Found in Babson Park, Webber International University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 96% of students attending Webber International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Undergraduates 879 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $29,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
40	Warner University	798	47.79	830 – 1,060	21471	39589	#40 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 798 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
41	Strayer University-Florida	1314	0	--	17518	36582	#41 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Strayer University-Florida Tampa, FL Undergraduates 1,314 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
42	Flagler College	2409	80.76	980 – 1,200	31085	41963	#42 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Flagler College Saint Augustine, FL Undergraduates 2,409 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $31,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,963
43	Herzing University-Orlando	702	89.93	--	19644	35295	#43 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Herzing University-Orlando Winter Park, FL Found in Winter Park, Herzing University-Orlando’s acceptance rate is 90%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students at Herzing University-Orlando currently receive institutional grant aid. 50% of students continued studying at Herzing University-Orlando after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 702 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
44	Edward Waters University	1113	84.81	820 – 990	13763	29809	#44 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 84% of students at Edward Waters University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Edward Waters......Read more Undergraduates 1,113 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 820 – 990 Avg. Net Price $13,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,809
45	Trinity Baptist College	385	62.5	910 – 1,100	18671	33640	#45 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Trinity Baptist College Jacksonville, FL Based in Jacksonville, Trinity Baptist College’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 385 Acceptance Rate 62.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $18,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,640
46	Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando	102	92.52	--	18033	37753	#46 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 20% and around 50%......Read more Undergraduates 102 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,753
47	Florida Memorial University	1299	74.31	--	18366	28943	#47 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, Florida Memorial University accepts 74% of applicants. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of students at Florida Memorial University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Florida Memorial University, there is a 57% first year retention rate and around 21% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,299 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,943
48	Baptist University of Florida	521	64.1	930 – 1,090	8904	31489	#48 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Baptist University of Florida Graceville, FL Located in Graceville, Baptist University of Florida accepts 64% 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 20%....Read more Undergraduates 521 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $8,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,489
49	Trinity College of Florida	189	96.3	830 – 1,030	20828	29914	#49 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Trinity College of Florida Trinity, FL Found in Trinity, Trinity College of Florida accepts 96% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 85% of students attending Trinity College of Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 189 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $20,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,914
50	South University-West Palm Beach	284	39.52	--	20494	34115	#50 2026 Best Colleges in Florida South University-West Palm Beach Royal Palm Beach, FL Located in Royal Palm Beach, South University-West Palm Beach’s acceptance rate is 40%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 13% of students attending South University-West Palm Beach will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 284 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
51	Bethune-Cookman University	2739	88.24	830 – 990	14705	28282	#51 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 2,739 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $14,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
52	South University-Tampa	390	63.27	--	24280	34115	#52 2026 Best Colleges in Florida South University-Tampa Tampa, FL Based in Tampa, South University-Tampa’s acceptance rate is 63% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 14% of students attending South University-Tampa currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 11% and 10% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 390 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
53	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide	13345	69.56	--	20183	65391	#53 2026 Best Colleges in Florida Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 13,345 Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391