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Welcome to the one-stop resource of Florida education and college degree information. We're proud to provide this website to all potential students interested in learning more about the fine colleges and universities located in the state of Florida.

Please begin your Florida college search by navigating the links to the left or choose from the following selections. You'll have the opportunity to sort lists of colleges and universities in the state of Florida by name, location, or degree programs offered.

List of Colleges and Universities in Florida

Select this option to view an unedited list of colleges and universities located in the state of Florida. This list is sorted alphabetically and provides links to each college's individual website.

Florida Colleges by Degree Programs

Not sure what colleges and universities offer the degree program you're interested in? This resource sorts Florida schools by area of study, including links to individual program details, field-related employment opportunities, salary estimations, and online study opportunities.

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Florida State Facts

Thinking of moving to Florida for college? Below is a resource of information pertaining to some fun (and sometimes useful) Florida state facts and information.

Florida State Climate

Florida is known for its balmy weather. The state hosts mild winters and summers which can be long and hot with showers providing much appreciated relief during the rainy season. Coastal areas experience gentle breezes during the summer.

The hurricane season lasts six months from June 1 through November 30 each year.

Florida State Icons

  • State Animal - Florida Panther
  • State Beverage - Orange Juice
  • State Bird - Mockingbird
  • State Flower - Orange Blossom
  • State Gem - Moonstone
  • State Song - "The Swanee River"
  • State Stone - Agatized Coral
  • State Tree - Sabal Palm

Florida State Climate

Florida is known for its balmy weather. The state hosts mild winters and summers which can be long and hot with showers providing much appreciated relief during the rainy season. Coastal areas experience gentle breezes during the summer.

The hurricane season lasts six months from June 1 through November 30 each year.

Florida Culture

Florida is one of the most ethnically diverse regions of the world. The ethnic breakdown of the Florida's population as of the most recent US census is as follows:

  • American Indian/ Eskimo/ Aleut 0.3%
  • Asian/Pacific Islander 1.8%
  • Black (non-Hispanic) 14.6%
  • Hispanic 16.8%
  • Caucasian (non-Hispanic) 65.4%

Among the states, Florida has the second largest number of senior citizens living within its borders. More than three million Florida residents are more than 60 years of age.

Florida State Economy

  • More than 40% of all United States exports to Latin and South America pass through Florida.
  • 60 million tourists visit the state of Florida each year. The tourism industry has an economic impact of $50 billion and directly employs 850,000 year-round and seasonal workers.
  • Over $500 million per year in sponsored research takes place at Florida universities.

Florida Geography

  • Florida, the 22nd largest state in land area, covers 58,560 square miles. 
  • The width of Florida is 361 miles.
  • Florida has a coastline 1,197 miles long.
  • The highest elevation in Florida stands 345 feet above sea level.
  • Florida is host to 663 beaches.
  • The longest of Florida's 11,000 miles of rivers is the St. Johns River which runs 273 miles.
  • Florida's Lake Okeechobee is 700 square feet, making it the second largest fresh water lake in the United States

Florida State History

1513
Juan Ponce de Leon claims Florida for Spain when he lands in the north-eastern part of the state.

1565
The first permanent European settlement is established in St. Augustine by Spain.

1821
Florida becomes a U.S. Territory. General Andrew Jackson serves as military governor until Congress ratifies a territorial constitution.

1823
Florida's first civil governor, William P. Duval, calls the first legislative council into session in Pensacola.

1845
Admitted as the 27th US State on March 3.