Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
The University of Tampa occupies a 110-acre campus in downtown Tampa, Florida, situated along the Hillsborough River and adjacent to the city's cultural district. The institution's landmark structure, Plant Hall, features distinctive Moorish architecture and minarets, originally built in 1891 as the Tampa Bay Hotel and converted to university use in 1933. The private university operates as a residential campus, with most first and second-year students living in one of the eight residence halls. The university's academic programs emphasize business, marine science, nursing, and cybersecurity, while maintaining comprehensive liberal arts offerings. The University of Tampa Spartans compete in NCAA Division II athletics, with notable achievements in baseball, including multiple national championships.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
UT is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for The University of Tampa within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#483 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#339 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Florida
#10 in Best Private Colleges in Florida
#587 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1240 |
| ACT | 23/28 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,262 |
| Room and Board | $12,676 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,130 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,730 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Communication | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Current students may use the The University of Tampa GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025