Private Colleges,
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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A list of companies who are a link between the business sector and Florida's independent colleges.
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The latest news from ICUF including interviews and mentions in the state and national press.
Financial Aid
A resource for students and parents for navigating the complexities of paying for college.
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Resources for associated employees or partners of ICUF. Includes collateral like PDFs & documents.
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.
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.
Independent Partnerships
FICURMA
The Florida Independent Colleges and Universities Risk Management Association, Inc., FICURMA, is a private educational risk retention pool that offers its members property, casualty, workers’ compensation, fleet auto, educator’s legal and officers & directors, crime, foreign liability, environmental, fiduciary, cyber and foreign travel insurance.
HEFFA
The Higher Educational Facilities Financial Authority of Florida (HEFFA), formed in 2001, and found in Florida Statutes, Chapter 243, Section 53, is a state wide tax exempt bond conduit specifically chartered for non-profit institutions of higher education that are domiciled in Florida and that are accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges.
ICUBA
Independent College and Universities Benefits Association, (ICUBA), provides high quality, cost-effective health and wellness benefits to our members through collaboration.
Latest News
Florida Invests More Than $4.3 Million in Independent, Higher Ed Institutions to Expand Nursing Workforce
The Florida Department of Education (DOE) announced its investment of more than $4.3 million in seven independent, nonprofit, higher education
State Grants $574K to AdventHealth Nursing School
Nursing students at AdventHealth University will have access to new and additional simulation equipment that will prepare them to care
Jacksonville University Expands Accelerated Nursing Program with Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville University is expanding its accelerated bachelor’s degree program in nursing with the addition of a new clinical partner: Mayo
Florida Invests More Than $4.3 Million in Independent, Higher Ed Institutions to Expand Nursing Workforce
The Florida Department of Education (DOE) announced its investment of more than $4.3 million in seven independent, nonprofit, higher education
State Grants $574K to AdventHealth Nursing School
Nursing students at AdventHealth University will have access to new and additional simulation equipment that will prepare them to care
Jacksonville University Expands Accelerated Nursing Program with Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville University is expanding its accelerated bachelor’s degree program in nursing with the addition of a new clinical partner: Mayo
