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The Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF) is a diverse association of 30 private, educational institutions and is the collective voice of Florida’s private non-profit colleges and universities.

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30
ICUF institutions operating at 190 educational sites throughout Florida
158,000
Total enrollment of ICUF institutions, which is one third of all four-year students who attend four-year institutions in Florida
50%
Half of students at ICUF institutions are minority students and half are Florida residents
90%
Of full-time undergraduate students at ICUF institutions receive financial aid.

The Independent College Advantage

The 30-member non-profit institutions of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida provide unique and exemplary educational experiences.

ICUF institutions offer undergraduate, graduate, first-time professional, and continuing education programs. The hallmarks of these colleges and universities are access, affordability, accountability, adaptability, and acclaimed programs.

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Why Choose a Private College?

Because independent colleges do not receive operational subsidies, they have more flexibility and can flourish as they educate a diverse student population.

Independent colleges and universities are available across the state.  While many educational institutions are turning away qualified students via enrollment caps, independent colleges have an exceptional record of openness to all students, including minority, urban, rural and physically challenged students.

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Saint Leo University Broadens Access to Private Undergraduate Degrees

Saint Leo University unveiled several new financial aid options to make its undergraduate degree offerings attainable to students who might otherwise have considered an education at the private, Catholic university beyond their means.

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Taking Flight: Hodges University Launches Aviation

Hodges University has launched a bachelor’s degree concentration in aviation. Formally named the Bachelor in Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies

Flagler President Announces Plans to Retire and Board of Trustees Announce Interim President

President Joseph G. Joyner has announced plans to retire at the end of the 2020-21 academic year. “On behalf of

Saint Leo University Broadens Access to Private Undergraduate Degrees

Saint Leo University unveiled several new financial aid options to make its undergraduate degree offerings attainable to students who might otherwise have considered an education at the private, Catholic university beyond their means.

Woman-pilot in aircraft

Taking Flight: Hodges University Launches Aviation

Hodges University has launched a bachelor’s degree concentration in aviation. Formally named the Bachelor in Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies

Flagler President Announces Plans to Retire and Board of Trustees Announce Interim President

President Joseph G. Joyner has announced plans to retire at the end of the 2020-21 academic year. “On behalf of

Limitless learning and opportunities

Independent colleges or universities are accessible and affordable. The 30 ICUF colleges and universities with 160 additional sites around the state award 25% of Florida's bachelor degrees and one-third of all degrees. Their enrollments vary from 400 to 21,000 students. The average class has 19 students.

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About ICUF

The Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF) is a diverse association of 30 private, educational institutions. Each ICUF institution is a non-profit school, Florida-based, and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

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