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University of Florida

Public Gainesville, FL · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
91%
Graduation Rate
$71,588
Earnings (10yr)
$6,541
Net Price
24%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

The University of Florida has a graduation rate of 91%. This high rate reflects the school's commitment to student success and academic support. With nearly 36,000 students enrolled, it stands as a large public institution that excels in helping students complete their degrees.

According to Opportunity Insights data, the University of Florida ranks well for upward mobility, particularly for students from lower-income backgrounds. While specific mobility rates are not available, the strong graduation rate suggests that many students are able to advance economically after earning their degrees. Graduates tend to see significant earnings growth, with a median income of $71,588 a decade post-graduation.

The net price for attending the University of Florida is $6,541, making it an affordable option for many students. With a median debt of only $15,000, graduates can enter the workforce without overwhelming financial burdens. Students who thrive here often pursue programs in Engineering, Business, Biology, and Health Professions, benefiting from strong career prospects in those fields.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation91%Earnings 10yr$72KNet Price$7KRetention98%Median Debt$15KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$2K$0-30K$3K$30-48K$7K$48-75K$17K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2770000.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%97.2%MOBILITY37.87%

Cost & Financial Aid

$6,381
In-State Tuition
$28,659
Out-of-State
$6,541
Avg Net Price
$15,000
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
11%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$1,982
Family Income $0–$30K
$2,768
Family Income $30K–$48K
$7,151
Family Income $48K–$75K
$16,723
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$56,398
6 Years After Entry
$65,342
8 Years
$71,588
10 Years
0.21x
Debt-to-Earnings
75%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$56,398 6yr $65,342 8yr $71,588 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

37.87%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
97.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2770000.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.56
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Research & Teaching

Data: Times Higher Education World University Rankings

#125
World Rank
46.7
Teaching
59.9
Research
50.9
Citations
25.9
International

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.853%
Inventor Rate
365
Total Patents
416
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 24%
Retention Rate 98%
SAT Average 1403
ACT Midpoint 31
SAT Range 1320–1480
ACT Range 29–33
Full-Time Faculty 90%
Faculty Salary (mo) $13,581
Diversity Index 0.68
First-Gen Students 31%

Top Programs

Engineering 14%
Business & Marketing 13%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Social Sciences 10%
Health Professions 7%
Communications 6%
Psychology 6%
Computer Science & IT 5%