# University of Florida academic rankings

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/university-of-florida-academic-rankings
> Updated: 2026-08-31T14:18:03.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The University of Florida has received recognition in recent higher education rankings. In TIME magazine’s inaugural ‘America’s Best Colleges 2026-2027’ list, the institution was ranked as the fourth-best public university in the United States.

Developed in partnership with Statista, the TIME ranking evaluates institutions based on the learning environment, student outcomes, and attractiveness to prospective students, with a specific emphasis on the value of education and career preparation.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: University of Florida ranks fourth among public universities in TIME rankings

The University of Florida ranked fourth among public universities in TIME magazine’s inaugural ‘America’s Best Colleges 2026-2027’ rankings, focusing on student outcomes and career preparation.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/university-of-florida-ranks-fourth-among-public-universities-in-time-rankings

### 2026-08-18: University of Florida ranks as top value public university in 2026 study

SmartAsset ranked the top 50 best-value US public universities for 2026, with the University of Florida taking first place based on graduation rates and alumni earnings.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/university-of-florida-ranks-as-top-value-public-university-in-2026-study

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