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University of Fort Lauderdale

Lauderhill, Florida 33313

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivateBusiness FocusClose Faculty Access

Known for business — close-knit campus

University of Fort Lauderdale is a private suburban institution in Lauderhill, Florida. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 259 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,062 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,245.

Established
1995
Motto
"The Place Where Change Happens""Reaching and Restoring the World for Christ"
Type
Private
Division
Division I

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—SAT Avg
259Students
10:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$38,062Earnings 10yr
$15,245Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Fort Lauderdale Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$9,810
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$20,726
Average Net Price$15,245

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,245

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

63.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$5,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

1

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (10)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
259
Gender Split
25% / 75%
Women / Men
First Generation
47%
Pell Grant Recipients
58%

Race & Ethnicity

White 22%
Black 41%
Hispanic 31%
Two+ 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate75.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

10 Years$38,062

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History and leadership The University of Fort Lauderdale was founded as Plantation Christian University in 1995, by Henry and Carol Fernandez, senior pastors of The Faith Center.
  • •A "president" is also mentioned in the school's 2021–22 catalog, and the school's athletics website lists Fernandez as both the chancellor and the president.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MIA Miami25 mi
MCO Orlando172 mi
TPA Tampa191 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1234 mi · ~35h 39m drive
New York, NY1067 mi · ~30h 49m drive
Hartford, CT1161 mi · ~33h 32m drive
Providence, RI1193 mi · ~34h 28m drive
Albany, NY1197 mi · ~34h 35m drive
Syracuse, NY1190 mi · ~34h 23m drive
Rochester, NY1184 mi · ~34h 12m drive
Buffalo, NY1159 mi · ~33h 29m drive
Philadelphia, PA997 mi · ~28h 48m drive
Pittsburgh, PA988 mi · ~28h 33m drive
Harrisburg, PA994 mi · ~28h 43m drive
Newark, NJ1066 mi · ~30h 48m drive
Washington, DC901 mi · ~26h 2m drive
Baltimore, MD932 mi · ~26h 55m drive
Atlanta, GA582 mi · ~16h 49m drive
Charlotte, NC629 mi · ~18h 10m drive
Raleigh, NC672 mi · ~19h 25m drive
Miami, FL27 mi · ~47 min drive
Orlando, FL180 mi · ~5h 12m drive
Tampa, FL186 mi · ~5h 22m drive
Nashville, TN793 mi · ~22h 55m drive
New Orleans, LA656 mi · ~18h 57m drive
Richmond, VA804 mi · ~23h 14m drive
Chicago, IL1166 mi · ~33h 41m drive
Detroit, MI1130 mi · ~32h 39m drive
Minneapolis, MN1489 mi · ~43h 1m drive
St. Louis, MO1039 mi · ~30h 1m drive
Kansas City, MO1222 mi · ~35h 18m drive
Indianapolis, IN1002 mi · ~28h 57m drive
Columbus, OH968 mi · ~27h 58m drive
Cleveland, OH1064 mi · ~30h 44m drive
Milwaukee, WI1245 mi · ~35h 58m drive
Dallas, TX1096 mi · ~31h 40m drive
Houston, TX958 mi · ~27h 41m drive
Austin, TX1104 mi · ~31h 54m drive
San Antonio, TX1139 mi · ~32h 54m drive
Los Angeles, CA2324 mi · ~67h 8m drive
San Francisco, CA2577 mi · ~74h 27m drive
San Diego, CA2258 mi · ~65h 14m drive
Seattle, WA2712 mi · ~78h 21m drive
Portland, OR2687 mi · ~77h 37m drive
Denver, CO1708 mi · ~49h 21m drive
Phoenix, AZ1968 mi · ~56h 51m drive
Salt Lake City, UT2071 mi · ~59h 50m drive
Honolulu, HI4850 mi · ~140h 7m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Miami (MIA)25 miles
Rental car
38 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
50 min$30-50
Orlando (MCO)172 miles
Rental car
258 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
344 min$206-344

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