Reputation
At the University of Florida, our reputation is only part of the story – your journey inspires the rest.
Status quo, challenged.
With a degree from our top-ranked, accredited institution, your future is ignited and your spark stands out. UF Online offers you an affordable, flexible, and high quality education that challenges ideas about what is possible in online learning.
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U.S. News & World Report ranked UF Online the No. 2 Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Program overall in 2025, recognizing the program’s academic excellence, affordability, and other factors.
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I chose the University of Florida because it’s very prestigious…I couldn’t imagine going anywhere but UF for my bachelor’s degree. It’s just a great school.
– Danielle M., UF Online Business Administration Student
Additional Rankings
OVERALL
#1 Best Online College
#1 Best Online College in Economic Return
#1 Best Online-Military Friendly College
#1 Best Bang for the Buck
PROGRAM SPECIFIC
#1 Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Administration
#1 Best Online Bachelor’s in Journalism
By OnlineU
#1 Best Online Bachelor’s in Psychology
#1 Best Bachelor’s in Nursing Online
#1 Best Online Sports Management Degree
University of Florida Rankings
- Ranked #1 among public universities by The Wall Street Journal
- Ranked #6 among public universities by U.S. News & World Report.
- Best Colleges Niche
- #1 Best College Athletics in America
- #1 Best College for Student Athletes in America
- #2 Best Colleges for Education in America
- #2 Best Colleges for Sports Management in America
- #2 Best Colleges for Agricultural Sciences in America
- #4 Best Colleges for Criminal Justice in America
- #4 Best Colleges for Agricultural Sciences in America
- #5 Best Colleges for Communications in America
- #5 Top Public Universities in America
Accreditation
As you embark on your academic journey, be sure your institution of choice is accredited. Accreditation is the first sign that the school you have selected meets certain standards of quality, rigor, and continuous improvement in its programs. Additionally, accreditation is extremely important when it comes to:
- Financial aid – To be eligible for any federal financial aid program you must attend an accredited school or program.
- Transferring credits and graduate education – Not only is accreditation important when it comes to transferring credits or pursuing graduate education, but the institutional accreditor is important as well.
- Career progression – Many employers take into consideration whether or not you earned your degree from an accredited institution. More importantly, credits or degrees for many professional licensures are required to be from accredited institutions.
Institutional Accreditation
The University of Florida is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. The University of Florida also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Florida may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
