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Hardest colleges to get into in Florida

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Top 10 colleges in Florida with the lowest acceptance rates

What are the hardest colleges to get into in Florida? We've got you covered. We've compiled a national college database and have created a list of the hardest universities to get into in Florida below. These are the hardest 4 year colleges to get into in Florida, and sometimes some of the hardest colleges to get into in the US. You could even say these are the best colleges in Florida. We also include each college's median SAT and ACT scores so that you can see where you're most competitive. Read on to find out more.

Acceptance rates and test scores are for students who applied to start college in fall 2024, from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard unless an entry names the school's own figures. SAT section scores and ACT scores are medians for enrolled first-year students who submitted them, and an SAT total is the two section medians added together. Published , updated .

University of Miami acceptance rate

University of Miami accepted 18.9% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Miami
At University of Miami, the median SAT section scores add up to 1400.
  • SAT math: 700
  • SAT reading/writing: 700
The median ACT composite score at University of Miami is 32.
University of Miami considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Florida State University acceptance rate

Florida State University accepted 24.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
Florida State University
At Florida State University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1350.
  • SAT math: 670
  • SAT reading/writing: 680
The median ACT composite score at Florida State University is 30.
Florida State University requires SAT or ACT scores.

University of Florida acceptance rate

University of Florida accepted 24.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Florida
At University of Florida, the median SAT section scores add up to 1400.
  • SAT math: 700
  • SAT reading/writing: 700
The median ACT composite score at University of Florida is 31.
University of Florida requires SAT or ACT scores.

University of Central Florida acceptance rate

University of Central Florida accepted 40.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Central Florida
At University of Central Florida, the median SAT section scores add up to 1260.
  • SAT math: 620
  • SAT reading/writing: 640
The median ACT composite score at University of Central Florida is 27.
University of Central Florida requires SAT or ACT scores.

University of Tampa acceptance rate

University of Tampa accepted 40.3% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Tampa
No SAT scores for University of Tampa are available for fall 2024.
University of Tampa neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Warner University acceptance rate

Warner University accepted 42.8% of applicants for fall 2024.
Warner University
At Warner University, the median SAT section scores add up to 920.
  • SAT math: 440
  • SAT reading/writing: 480
The median ACT composite score at Warner University is 17.
Warner University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

University of South Florida acceptance rate

University of South Florida accepted 43.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of South Florida
At University of South Florida, the median SAT section scores add up to 1220.
  • SAT math: 600
  • SAT reading/writing: 620
The median ACT composite score at University of South Florida is 26.
University of South Florida requires SAT or ACT scores.

Rollins College acceptance rate

Rollins College accepted 47.5% of applicants for fall 2024.
Rollins College
At Rollins College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1260.
  • SAT math: 620
  • SAT reading/writing: 640
The median ACT composite score at Rollins College is 27.
Rollins College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

University of North Florida acceptance rate

University of North Florida accepted 53.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of North Florida
At University of North Florida, the median SAT section scores add up to 1170.
  • SAT math: 570
  • SAT reading/writing: 600
The median ACT composite score at University of North Florida is 22.
University of North Florida requires SAT or ACT scores.

Florida International University acceptance rate

Florida International University accepted 54.7% of applicants for fall 2024.
Florida International University
At Florida International University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1160.
  • SAT math: 560
  • SAT reading/writing: 600
The median ACT composite score at Florida International University is 24.
Florida International University requires SAT or ACT scores.

Conclusion

Getting into any college is an accomplishment, but these schools are arguably the hardest to get into in Florida. Knowledge is power, and we hope this list gives you the key data you need to make a decision on where you should apply. You will want to be above the median SAT or ACT score, and have a strong GPA with good extracurriculars. Good luck!
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