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New College of Florida

Sarasota, Florida 34243-2109

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Close-knit campus — excellent value

New College of Florida is a public urban institution in Sarasota, Florida. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1137.

A small campus of 707 undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,082 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $4,536.

Established
1960
Mascot
The Mighty Banyan (since 2023)
Type
Public liberal arts college
Conference
South Atlantic

Plan Your Visit

74%Acceptance
1137SAT Avg
707Students
8:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$48,082Earnings 10yr
$4,536Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate74.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1137

Reading & WritingMid: 645
530650
MathMid: 585
500600

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2027

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$6,916
Tuition (out-of-state)$29,944
Room & Board$13,805
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$20,732
Average Net Price$4,536
Median Debt at Graduation$17,375
Monthly Payment (10yr)$184

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$1,528
$30–48K$3,287
$48–75K$2,632
$75–110K$6,901
$110K+$12,891

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

83.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

0.0%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (7)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

65%

Below Average

Student Body

Undergrads
707
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
21%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Black 6%
Hispanic 23%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate61.8%
Freshman Retention64.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$32,611
10 Years$48,082

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#122
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#23
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History New College was founded in 1960 as a private college for academically talented students.
  • Baughman served as the first president from 1961 to 1965.
  • Open to students of all races, genders, and religious affiliations, New College opened its doors in 1964 to a premier class of 101 students.
  • By 1972, over 500 students were studying at New College.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

108Above Average

Estimated from FL state average + city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 0"Sunny days: 240Rainy days: 85

Nearest Cities

Tampapop. 390K
40 mi(69 min)
Orlandopop. 310K
107 mi(185 min)
Miamipop. 440K
184 mi(319 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

TPA Tampa41 mi
MCO Orlando105 mi
MIA Miami178 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1220 mi · ~35h 15m drive
New York, NY1042 mi · ~30h 6m drive
Hartford, CT1140 mi · ~32h 56m drive
Providence, RI1180 mi · ~34h 5m drive
Albany, NY1165 mi · ~33h 39m drive
Syracuse, NY1140 mi · ~32h 56m drive
Rochester, NY1124 mi · ~32h 28m drive
Buffalo, NY1091 mi · ~31h 31m drive
Philadelphia, PA966 mi · ~27h 54m drive
Pittsburgh, PA914 mi · ~26h 24m drive
Harrisburg, PA948 mi · ~27h 23m drive
Newark, NJ1039 mi · ~30h 1m drive
Washington, DC857 mi · ~24h 45m drive
Baltimore, MD891 mi · ~25h 44m drive
Atlanta, GA453 mi · ~13h 5m drive
Charlotte, NC551 mi · ~15h 55m drive
Raleigh, NC624 mi · ~18h 2m drive
Miami, FL184 mi · ~5h 19m drive
Orlando, FL107 mi · ~3h 5m drive
Tampa, FL40 mi · ~1h 9m drive
Nashville, TN655 mi · ~18h 55m drive
New Orleans, LA489 mi · ~14h 8m drive
Richmond, VA762 mi · ~22h 1m drive
Chicago, IL1042 mi · ~30h 6m drive
Detroit, MI1033 mi · ~29h 51m drive
Minneapolis, MN1351 mi · ~39h 2m drive
St. Louis, MO893 mi · ~25h 48m drive
Kansas City, MO1065 mi · ~30h 46m drive
Indianapolis, IN880 mi · ~25h 25m drive
Columbus, OH869 mi · ~25h 6m drive
Cleveland, OH976 mi · ~28h 12m drive
Milwaukee, WI1122 mi · ~32h 25m drive
Dallas, TX928 mi · ~26h 49m drive
Houston, TX794 mi · ~22h 56m drive
Austin, TX940 mi · ~27h 9m drive
San Antonio, TX978 mi · ~28h 15m drive
Los Angeles, CA2158 mi · ~62h 21m drive
San Francisco, CA2409 mi · ~69h 36m drive
San Diego, CA2093 mi · ~60h 28m drive
Seattle, WA2549 mi · ~73h 38m drive
Portland, OR2521 mi · ~72h 50m drive
Denver, CO1541 mi · ~44h 31m drive
Phoenix, AZ1801 mi · ~52h 2m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1903 mi · ~54h 59m drive
Honolulu, HI4688 mi · ~135h 26m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

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