University of North Florida
About University of North Florida
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
UNF is a public university in Jacksonville, Florida. It offers programs in business, nursing, engineering, and education on a nature preserve campus in Jacksonville's southeastern corridor.
Founded
1972
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Students
15,778
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
53.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
69.2%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$6,389
Out-of-state: $20,793
Avg Net Price
$10,154
After financial aid
SAT Average
1153
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$56,343
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
53.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 53.2% acceptance rate, University of North Florida admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1153/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
69.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
84.7%
4-Year Grad
45%
6-Year Grad
62%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.3%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Large
While 45% finish in 4 years, 84.7% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,389
In-State
$20,793
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,810
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,983
After Financial Aid
$10,154
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,647
Receive Grants
30.8%
Take Loans
22.7%
The full cost of attendance is about $20,983/yr for in-state students, including $11,810 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $10,154. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $20,793.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of North Florida fund their education.
While in School
30.8%
Get Grants
Free money
22.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$37,074
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,531
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$165/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 22.7% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,531. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of North Florida.
Gender
58.1%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,359
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,419
Graduates
31.7%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
8.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 31.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
13,359
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of North Florida fields 10 varsity teams with 426 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Atlantic Sun
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
426
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
44% / 56%
189
Men
237
Women
6
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of North Floridaearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,343
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Research and Experimental Psychology
$31K
358 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$36K
274 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
217 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
195 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$37K
178 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$27K
153 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $47K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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