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Florida Institute of Technology vs University of Florida-Online

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Florida Institute of Technology University of Florida-Online
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 58% 61%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,120-1,320 1,250-1,410
ACT range (mid 50%) 23-28 27-31
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $35,639 $4,815
Sticker cost of attendance $62,440 $17,843
Graduation rate 64% 85%
Retention rate 80% 95%
Undergraduates 3,404 4,627
Student-faculty ratio 13:1 61:1
Setting Melbourne, FL Gainesville, FL
Type Private nonprofit Public
Application fee None n/a
Test policy Required n/a

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2025-2026 cycle.

Common questions

Is Florida Institute of Technology or University of Florida-Online harder to get into?

Florida Institute of Technology is more selective, with a 58% acceptance rate versus 61% at University of Florida-Online. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Florida Institute of Technology or University of Florida-Online?

University of Florida-Online has the lower average net price ($4,815 versus $35,639). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.