Hello everyone! I'm considering applying to public colleges and universities in Florida. Is there a comprehensive list available of all public colleges and universities in the state? Any help would be appreciated!
Hello! Of course, I'd be happy to help you with a list of public colleges and universities in Florida. Here's a comprehensive list of the institutions in the State University System of Florida and the Florida College System:
State University System:
1. University of Florida (UF)
2. Florida State University (FSU)
3. University of South Florida (USF)
4. University of Central Florida (UCF)
5. Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
6. Florida International University (FIU)
7. University of North Florida (UNF)
8. University of West Florida (UWF)
9. Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU)
10. Florida Polytechnic University (FLPoly)
11. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU)
12. New College of Florida (NCF)
Florida College System:
1. Broward College
2. Chipola College
3. Daytona State College
4. Eastern Florida State College
5. Florida Gateway College
6. Florida Keys Community College
7. Florida SouthWestern State College
8. Florida State College at Jacksonville
9. Gulf Coast State College
10. Hillsborough Community College
11. Indian River State College
12. Lake-Sumter State College
13. Miami Dade College
14. North Florida College
15. Northwest Florida State College
16. Palm Beach State College
17. Pasco-Hernando State College
18. Pensacola State College
19. Polk State College
20. St. Johns River State College
21. St. Petersburg College
22. Santa Fe College
23. Seminole State College of Florida
24. South Florida State College
25. State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
26. Tallahassee Community College
27. Valencia College
Keep in mind that while some of these institutions in the Florida College System primarily offer associate degrees and certificates, many of them also offer select bachelor's degree programs.
I hope this list helps you as you consider your options for public colleges and universities in Florida. Good luck with your college search!
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