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University of Florida: SAT & ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate and Costs

University of Florida is a public four-year university in Gainesville, Florida, enrolling about 35,629 undergraduates. It admits roughly 24% of applicants, which makes it selective relative to four-year colleges nationally.

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SAT and ACT scores at University of Florida

MeasureScore
SAT 25th percentile1320
SAT 75th percentile1480
SAT midpoint (estimated)1400
ACT 25th percentile29
ACT 75th percentile33
ACT midpoint (estimated)31
Test policyRequired

A quarter of enrolled students scored below 1320 and a quarter scored above 1480. Treat 1480 as the target that makes your score a clear strength in this applicant pool, and 1320 as the point below which the rest of your application has to carry more weight.

The two ranges describe the same class, so submit whichever test places you higher in its own range — an ACT 33 and an SAT 1480 are read as equivalent here.

Admissions and selectivity

MeasureValue
Acceptance rate24.2%
Undergraduate enrollment35,629
Student–faculty ratio16:1
SettingCity
ControlPublic

Cost and financial aid

MeasureAmount
In-state tuition and fees$6,381
Out-of-state tuition and fees$28,659
Room and board$12,120
Average net price (first-year students)$6,541
Students receiving Pell grants21.7%
Students taking federal loans10.7%
Median federal loan debt at graduation$14,000

Net price is the number that matters: $6,541 is what a typical first-year student actually pays after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price. Run the college's own net price calculator with your family's numbers before ruling it out on cost.

Graduation and earnings outcomes

MeasureValue
Graduation rate (6-year)91.1%
First-year retention97.7%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$71,588
Students who are first-generation30.8%

Most popular majors

Shares are of bachelor's degrees awarded, so a concentrated list usually signals a college known for those programs.

How your score compares

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Frequently asked questions

What SAT score do you need for University of Florida?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at University of Florida scored between 1320 and 1480 on the SAT. A score at or above 1480 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1320 the rest of your application carries more weight.

What ACT score do you need for University of Florida?

The middle 50% ACT range at University of Florida is 29 to 33. Aim for 33 to make the score a clear strength.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Florida?

University of Florida admits about 24.2% of applicants according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.

Does University of Florida require SAT or ACT scores?

The most recent federal data lists University of Florida's testing policy as "Required". Policies change yearly, so confirm with the admissions office for your application cycle.

How much does University of Florida cost?

Published tuition and fees are $6,381 in-state and $28,659 out-of-state, but the average first-year student pays a net price of $6,541 after grant aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, Most-Recent-Cohorts-Institution. May 2026 release (file published 2026-05-26). Score ranges and costs are reported by the institution to the U.S. Department of Education and can lag the current admissions cycle by a year or more.

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