Adults returning to college and other "non-traditional" students comprise the majority of all degree-seekers in the USA. College Factual’s Florida Ranking of the Best Colleges For Non-Traditional Students was designed to specifically address the unique concerns of students who fall outside the "norm" of first-time, full-time degree seekers under the age of 24.
University of Florida tops our Florida list of the Best Colleges For Non-Traditional Students. U of F charges tuition and fees of $28,659 ($6,381 for Florida residents) . The college has an acceptance rate of 45.9%. The average 2016 SAT score for those admitted is 1,340. The average salary for recent graduates is $72,000.
The total ranking includes 59 colleges. Within the complete list tuition and fees ranges from $16,501 to $48,484 (in-state from $4,831 to $48,484). Acceptance rates range from 37.7% to 64.5%, estimated average 2016 SAT scores range from 1,120 to 1,360 and average salaries of graduates range from $56,000 to $72,000.
| Rank | University/College | Location | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Florida | Gainesville, Florida | $6,381 / $28,659 |
| 2 | University of Central Florida | Orlando, Florida | $6,368 / $22,467 |
| 3 | Florida State University | Tallahassee, Florida | $6,517 / $21,683 |
| 4 | Florida International University | Miami, Florida | $6,556 / $18,954 |
| 5 | The University of West Florida | Pensacola, Florida | $5,776 / $18,658 |
| 6 | University of North Florida | Jacksonville, Florida | $5,755 / $18,718 |
| 7 | University of Miami | Coral Gables, Florida | $48,484 |
| 8 | University of South Florida - Main Campus | Tampa, Florida | $6,410 / $17,324 |
| 9 | Florida Atlantic University | Boca Raton, Florida | $4,831 / $17,276 |
| 10 | University of South Florida Sarasota - Manatee | Sarasota, Florida | $5,587 / $16,501 |
A non-traditional student could be a working adult going back to school, a parent, or another student who needs to take part-time classes due to other responsibilities. Our rankings for non-traditional students were developed based on the premise that these students are looking for flexible learning options, as well as high-quality outcomes for graduates. Thus our rankings emphasize colleges that offer the ability to take online courses and other factors that are important to older students. Within the mix, you’ll find traditional schools that offer online programs, as well as accredited online colleges that provide the best outcomes for students. Read our full Best Colleges For Non-Traditional Students Methodology for more information.
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