C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

The University of Tampa

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Tampa, Florida 33606
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
9/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
A+
99/100
Prestige
B
62/100

Quick Stats

11,054
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
41%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The The University of Tampa Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $865,402
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,355/mo — vs ~$732/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33605 (5.6% cap, Tampa)

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🏆 Where The University of Tampa Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#23
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
of 32 schools
#24
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
of 39 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $31,162 $31,162
Room $6,584
Board $6,092
Total Cost (On-Campus) $51,730 $51,730

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
14%
Receive Pell Grants
77%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 216 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 215 grads/yr Finance, General 196 grads/yr Criminology 151 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 146 grads/yr Psychology, General 126 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 122 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 110 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication 110 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 109 grads/yr Accounting 99 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 86 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 82 grads/yr Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 81 grads/yr Communication, General 76 grads/yr International Business/Trade/Commerce 68 grads/yr Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography 59 grads/yr Physician Assistant 42 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other 40 grads/yr Political Science and Government, General 40 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The University of Tampa's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

11,054
Total Students
59%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 13%
Black 3%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 96%
Hybrid (Some Online) 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The University of Tampa?
The University of Tampa has an acceptance rate of 41%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend The University of Tampa?
Tuition at The University of Tampa is $31,162 for in-state students and $31,162 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at The University of Tampa?
The graduation rate at The University of Tampa is 62%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is The University of Tampa a good school?
The University of Tampa has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The University of Tampa?
The University of Tampa has a total enrollment of 11,054 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology