Florida State University is one of the oldest universities in Florida and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as one of the most distinguished research universities in the nation. There are approximately 40,000 students enrolled at the university, and the school prides itself on the diversity of its student body. The school offers over 275 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional levels, including programs in medicine and law.
Florida State University
600 W. College Avenue
Tallahassee, FL 32306
850-644-2525
fsu.edu
The University of Central Florida serves approximately 53,000 enrolled students annually and offers over 225 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional levels. Although the university is relatively new compared to some of its older counterparts, it has quickly established itself as a leader in teaching and research in a number of fields including optics, engineering, computer science, business and education.
University of Central Florida
4000 Central Florida Blvd.
Orlando, Florida, 32816
407-823-2000
ucf.edu
The University of Florida is the largest and oldest university in the state of Florida and the fourth largest in the nation. Approximately 51,000 students are enrolled annually, and the university offers approximately 300 degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels across 16 schools. The university is renowned for its academic diversity and for its wide range of established programs in international education, research and service.
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611
352-392-3261
ufl.edu
The Ringling College of Art and Design offers bachelor's degrees in 14 areas of study, including advertising design, computer animation, fine arts, illustration, painting, printmaking and sculpture. With an annual enrollment of approximately 1,200 students, the college operates on a much smaller scale than many other Florida schools. However, it is still considered to be one of the most prestigious art colleges in the U.S.
Ringling College of Art and Design
2700 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34234
800-255-7695
ringling.edu
New College of Florida is designated by the state legislature as an Honors College for the Liberal Arts. Less than 900 students are enrolled annually and rather than choosing a predetermined degree track, students are responsible for designing an individualized course of study. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, students are able to collaborate directly with faculty members on research efforts and special projects specific to their interests.
New College of Florida
5800 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-487-5000
ncf.edu