Colleges in Florida

If you like sunshine, you'll like going to college in Florida. But don't start packing your bags just yet. First you have to choose just one of the Sunshine State's many colleges and universities.

There are 149 colleges in Florida, 85 public and 60 private, offering a wide range of programs and majors. Florida has both small schools (defined as less than 2000 students) and "very large" ones (10,000 or more students) and everything in between, including community colleges, in urban and rural environments.

If you're interested in studying math, science, or technology, consider applying to the Florida Institute of Technology. Located in Melbourne, it's home to approximately 3,300 students, making it a medium-sized Florida college. Students at FIT consistently remark that their professors care about their learning and are more than willing to help students understand the material. Class sizes are relatively small, and when you need to take a study break, the beach is only 15 minutes away!

Jacksonville University, in Jacksonville, is home to about 3,400 students. It, too, offers the benefit of small classes and a sunny campus. Jacksonville students get to do a lot of hands-on classroom work and tend to get to know their professors really well. Jacksonville is also a vibrant city with much to offer in terms of cultural exploration and nightlife. Students can expect to receive a strong liberal arts foundation, along with tons of pre-professional preparation. Notable alumni include Hollywood producer Frank Pace and former NBA All-Star Dunk Contest winner Dee Brown.

For those looking for a big school environment, check out Florida State University. FSU, located in Tallahassee, is home to almost 39,000 students. FSU students enjoy concerts, parties, a beautiful campus, and an excellent academic experience with a number of nationally ranked programs in many areas, including the sciences, engineering, film, music, theatre, and law, among others.

The University of Florida is a flagship state institution located in Gainesville, and it's the second largest university in the state. Florida was ranked 19th among all public universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report in 2012 and is considered a "Public Ivy," a distinction coined in 1985 bestowed to universities that provide an Ivy League experience at a public school price.

Other Florida colleges include University of Miami in Coral Gables, University of South Florida in Tampa, University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida International University in Miami, and many, many more.

Cappex has tons of resources for students considering a college in Florida, including plenty of ways to help you find and apply for scholarships. Begin by browsing the complete list of colleges and universities below.