by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a UF degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how UF measures up.
UF is ranked #8 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Florida, it ranks #1 of 132 for value.
Among the majors UF offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | #1 of 37 |
| Agricultural Economics | #1 of 37 |
| Food Science | #1 of 35 |
| Food Science Technology | #1 of 35 |
| Plant Science, General | #1 of 30 |
| Horticultural Science | #1 of 38 |
| architecture | #1 of 71 |
| General Architecture | #1 of 72 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #1 of 72 |
| Landscape Architecture | #1 of 29 |
Read the full UF value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Florida is ranked #1 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #1 out of #132 for Florida value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the UF financial aid page to be sure.
University of Florida is ranked #8 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of Florida is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UF costs about $8,938. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $35,751 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $22,520 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $6,541 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $8,938 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $35,751 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about UF net price and the factors that affect it.
What UF costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UF degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $90,080 | — | — |
| All Students | $35,751 | #8 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $26,164 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $90,080 | — | — |
| All Students | $35,751 | #1 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $26,164 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UF shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $2,387 |
| $30K–$48K | $3,437 |
| $48K–$75K | $8,189 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,440 |
| Over $110K | $15,571 |
About 85% of UF undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,123 per year. Get more details on the UF financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UF cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.