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Santa Fe College

Gainesville, Florida Β· Suburb: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#1186
Nationally
#44
In Florida
$1,872
In-State Tuition
per year
12,698
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
53/100
Good
#1186 nationally
#44 in Florida
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth78

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Santa Fe College is a public four-year university located in Gainesville, Florida. The college enrolls approximately 12,698 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $1,872 per year ($7,418 out-of-state), significantly below average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$1,872/yr
In-State Fees$691/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$7,418/yr
Room & Board$783/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$3,346/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$9,972/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$1,872↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Student Body
12,698
Total Undergrads
54% F / 46% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 52%
Hispanic 22%
Black 12%
Asian 4%
Two or more 4%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($1,872/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $783/yr
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationGainesville, Florida
SettingSuburb: Midsize
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#44
in Florida out of 7+ colleges
#1186
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.