Everglades University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Everglades University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Everglades University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Boca Raton, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,246, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 86%. The university offers 15 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 58%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for students are $20,768.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
86% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
75% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
58% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresRecommended
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationNot required or recommended
High school GPANot required or recommended
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentImplied no
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
57%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
53%
Unknown
10%
Black
23%
Hispanic
26%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
2%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
55% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
23
Total Online Enrollment
1,279
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.57% online, 43% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
55%
State Grant Aid
37%
Institution Grant Aid
56%
Pell Grant
55%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$39k
Average student debtafter graduation
$43k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 3 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 7 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 8 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Transportation And Materials Moving. |
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