University of Florida
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 23%
Average High School GPA: 4.4 (Weighted)
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1300-1470
ACT Range: 29-33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 34,000
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $6,381
Out-of-State Tuition: $28,658
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Gainesville, Florida
Setting: College Town
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 56°F (13°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 81°F (27°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 50 inches (1,270 mm)
Nearest Airport: Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) — Approximately 6 miles (15-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@uflorida
Swim Team Instagram: @gatorsswimdv
Twitter:@UF
Facebook:University of Florida
LinkedIn:University of Florida
YouTube:University of Florida
TikTok: @UF
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Southeastern Conference (SEC)
Nickname: Gators
Mascot: Albert and Alberta Gator
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Ann Marie Rogers Swimming and Diving Pool at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center
Head Coach: Anthony Nesty
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #4
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in SEC
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #6
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in SEC
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U.S. News College Rankings
#30 in National Universities (tie)
#7 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#35 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#7 in Biological / Agricultural
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#14 in Best Colleges for Veterans (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#246
America's Best Large Employers 2025
#26
#4
In Public Colleges
#21
In Research Universities
#4
In The South
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#237
Best Employers for New Grads 2024
#126
Best Employers for Veterans 2022
#231
Best Employers for Diversity 2020
#20
America's Best Value Colleges 2019
#242
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A+
Academics: A+
Diversity: A
Athletics: A+
Professors: A+
Dorms: C+
Student Life: A+
Value: A
Campus: A-
Party Scene: A+
Location: B
Campus Food: B+
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #1 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #1 of 1,332
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