Florida’s 30 not-for-profit, private schools offer programs offered on main campuses, at more than 200 sites and through more than 700 online degree programs. All are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

AdventHealth University
Orlando | 407.303.7747
Enrollment: 626 | Accepted: 64%
Tuition/Fees: $21,780
Housing: $13,728
Deadline: 7/1

Ave Maria University
Ave Maria | 239.280.2500
Enrollment: 1,333 | Accepted: 49%
Tuition/Fees: $31,712
Housing: $14,798
Deadline: Rolling

Barry University
Miami Shores | 305.899.3000
Enrollment: 1,999 | Accepted: 97%
Tuition/Fees: $35,600
Housing: $14,736
Deadline: Rolling

Beacon College
Leesburg | 855.220.5376
Enrollment: 497 | Accepted: 32%
Tuition/Fees: $54,256
Housing: $17,020
Deadline: Rolling
(Students with language-based learning disabilities or ADHD)

Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach | 386.481.2000
Enrollment: 2,864 | Accepted: 89%
Tuition/Fees: $14,794
Housing: $10,396
Deadline: 8/1

Eckerd College
St. Petersburg | 800.456.9009
Enrollment: 1,700 | Accepted: 73%
Tuition/Fees: $53,436
Housing: $15,176
Deadline: Rolling

Edward Waters University
Jacksonville | 904.470.8000
Enrollment: 1,016 | Accepted: 85%
Tuition/Fees: $16,366
Housing: $8,571
Deadline: Rolling

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach | 800.862.2416
Enrollment: 7,943 | Accepted: 65%
Tuition/Fees: $47,814
Housing: $10,400
Deadline: Rolling

 

Ranked the No. 1 Most Innovative School in the South by U.S. News & World Report, Embry-Riddle is a global leader in aviation, aerospace and STEM education, preparing students to lead the industries of tomorrow. Through associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs, Embry-Riddle students have access to cutting-edge technology that provides hands-on experience and a competitive
advantage after graduation.

Everglades University
Boca Raton | 888.854.8308
Enrollment: 2,498 | Accepted: 79%
Tuition/Fees: $22,400
Housing: No housing
Deadline: Rolling

Flagler College
St. Augustine | 800.304.4208
Enrollment: 2,325 | Accepted: 79%
Tuition/Fees: $33,490
Housing: $16,470
Deadline: 3/1

Florida College
Temple Terrace | 813.988.5131
Enrollment: 605 | Accepted: 74%
Tuition/Fees: $21,628
Housing: $11,116
Deadline: Rolling

Florida Memorial University
Miami Gardens | 305.626.3600
Enrollment: 1,143 | Accepted: 85%
Tuition/Fees: $20,174
Housing: $9,656
Deadline: Rolling

Florida Southern College
Lakeland | 863.680.4111
Enrollment: 2,637 | Accepted: 65%
Tuition/Fees: $46,168
Housing: $14,830
Deadline: Rolling

Florida Tech
Melbourne | 321.674.8000
Enrollment: 3,780 | Accepted: 74%
Tuition/Fees: $46,669
Housing: $16,010
Deadline: Rolling

 

Located on Florida’s sunny Space Coast, Florida Tech is where big ideas lead to exciting futures. Explore hands-on programs in engineering, science, cybersecurity and AI, space, aviation, business, psychology, communication and more. Here, you’ll learn by doing, gain real-world experience and prepare for a career doing what you love.

Herzing University
Orlando, Tampa | 800.596.0724
Enrollment: 430 | Accepted: 90%
Tuition/Fees: $13,820
Housing: No housing
Deadline: Rolling

Jacksonville University
Jacksonville | 904.256.8000
Enrollment: 2,721 | Accepted: 58%
Tuition/Fees: $49,800
Housing: $17,630
Deadline: Rolling

Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale | 888.534.7379
Enrollment: 20,888 | Accepted: 97%
Undergrad Tuition/Fees: $25,366*
Housing: $12,262-$19,616**
Deadline: Rolling

 

* Tuition/fees estimated based on 12-17.99 credits per semester at non-residential campuses.
** Room/Board rates estimated. Room/Board only available at Flagship Campus.

Lynn University
Boca Raton | 800.994.5966
Enrollment: 2,784 | Accepted: 73%
Tuition/Fees: $46,450
Housing: $14,980
Deadline: 3/1

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale | 800.541.6682
Enrollment: 6,611 | Accepted: 76%
Tuition/Fees: $40,360
Housing: $17,668
Deadline: 2/1

Palm Beach Atlantic University
West Palm Beach | 561.803.2000
Enrollment: 2,621 | Accepted: 83%
Tuition/Fees: $42,250
Housing: $14,470
Deadline: Rolling

Ringling College of Art and Design
Sarasota | 941.351.5100
Enrollment: 1,509 | Accepted: 68%
Tuition/Fees: $60,170
Housing: $19,010
Deadline: Rolling

Rollins College
Winter Park | 407.646.2000
Enrollment: 2,581 | Accepted: 53%
Tuition/Fees: $62,950
Housing: $17,730
Deadline: 2/1

Saint Leo University
Saint Leo | (855) 533-3077
Enrollment: 4,298 | Accepted: 72%
Tuition/Fees: $30,750
Housing: $16,250
Deadline: Rolling

Southeastern University
Lakeland | 800.500.8760
Enrollment: 5,284 | Accepted: 42%
Tuition/Fees: $33,740
Housing: $11,300
Deadline: Rolling

 

Southeastern University (SEU), founded in 1935 and based in Lakeland, Florida, is a Christ-centered institution of higher learning with 120+ undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs. Students can learn on-campus, online, or at 200+ partner sites worldwide. SEU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Learn more at SEU.edu.

St. Thomas University
Miami Gardens | 800.367.9010
Enrollment: 2,214 | Accepted: 97%
Tuition/Fees: $35,780
Housing: $13,680
Deadline: Rolling

Stetson University
DeLand | 386.822.7000
Enrollment: 2,335 | Accepted: 72%
Tuition/Fees: $59,690
Housing: $18,342
Deadline: Rolling

University of Miami
Coral Gables | 305.284.2211
Enrollment: 12,755 | Accepted: 18%
Tuition/Fees: $65,430
Housing: $25,030
Deadline: 1/5

University of Tampa
Tampa | 813.253.3333
Enrollment: 10,505 | Accepted: 44%
Tuition/Fees: $35,744
Housing: $14,944
Deadline: 1/15

Warner University
Lake Wales | 800.309.9563
Enrollment: 758 | Accepted: 96%
Tuition/Fees: $31,360
Housing: $13,510
Deadline: Rolling

Webber International University
Babson Park | 800.741.1844
Enrollment: 663 | Accepted: 55%
Tuition/Fees: $34,780
Housing: $12,200
Deadline: Rolling