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University of North Florida

Jacksonville, FL 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate71%

UNF Admissions

The acceptance rate at University of North Florida is 70%. Out of 19,744 applications received in 2023, 13,920 students were offered admission.

Check in with University of North Florida's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Students who apply to University of North Florida for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than August 1.

University of North Florida Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of North Florida's admissions stats.

University of North Florida 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.9
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 12%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 69%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 31%
Waitlist No

University of North Florida Application Deadlines

Check with University of North Florida directly for more info on application deadlines.


Considering Applying Early to University of North Florida?


University of North Florida may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of North Florida directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of North Florida Admissions


Transferring to University of North Florida

For more information on transferring to University of North Florida, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of North Florida

University of North Florida has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of North Florida?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of North Florida

What does University of North Florida consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered

Make sure to check with University of North Florida for more information on admission factors.

University of North Florida 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of North Florida, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of North Florida's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.5 3

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of North Florida?

Students admitted to University of North Florida have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

Out of all students that were admitted, 55% submitted a class rank. At University of North Florida 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 32% were in the top 25% and 68% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of North Florida, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 42%
3.75 and 3.99 18%
3.50 and 3.74 14%
3.25 and 3.49 14%
3.00 and 3.24 9%
2.50 and 2.9 3%
2.00 and 2.49

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of North Florida directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of North Florida is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 69% of University of North Florida's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 31% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of North Florida?

To be competitive with other University of North Florida applicants, you should aim to earn between 1010 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of North Florida 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of North Florida students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of North Florida students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of North Florida, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of North Florida's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of North Florida students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to University of North Florida

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1.

Transfer students can enroll in University of North Florida during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of North Florida Admissions FAQs


Does University of North Florida accept transfer credits?

✅ University of North Florida accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of North Florida accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Do I have to submit test scores to University of North Florida?

✅ University of North Florida is not test optional.

What is University of North Florida's acceptance rate?

✅ University of North Florida has an acceptance rate of 70%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of North Florida?

🟨 University of North Florida may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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UNF Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

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UNF Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jun 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Jun 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UNF is Jun 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UNF is Jun 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

UNF SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1010 - 1210

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Math SAT Range

490 - 590

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Reading SAT Range

520 - 630

UNF GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.87

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At UNF, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.87. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

16,406

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

71%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$6,398

Out-of-State

$20,107

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jun 1
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