Test-optional colleges in Florida
These colleges told the U.S. Department of Education that SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission (College Scorecard, 2024–25). Policies change and can differ for international applicants, scholarships or specific programs, so confirm on each college's admissions page.
Colleges (36)
| College | Federal test policy | SAT middle 50% | ACT middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albizu University-Miami | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Arizona College of Nursing-Fort Lauderdale | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Arizona College of Nursing-Sarasota | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Arizona College of Nursing-Tampa | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Ave Maria University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Baptist University of Florida | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Barry University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Beacon College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Bethune-Cookman University | Considered but not required | 830–990 | — |
| Chamberlain University-Florida | Considered but not required | — | — |
| DeVry University-Florida | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Eckerd College | Considered but not required | 1160–1330 | 24–29 |
| Edward Waters University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach | Considered but not required | 1160–1360 | 24–30 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide | Considered but not required | 1040–1240 | 18–28 |
| Everglades University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Flagler College | Considered but not required | 960–1190 | 19–25 |
| Florida Memorial University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Florida Southern College | Considered but not required | 1150–1330 | 25–30 |
| Jacksonville University | Considered but not required | 1100–1280 | 22–27 |
| Lynn University | Considered but not required | 1040–1200 | 21–26 |
| Nova Southeastern University | Considered but not required | 1030–1300 | 19–28 |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | Considered but not required | 950–1220 | 18–26 |
| Ringling College of Art and Design | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Rollins College | Considered but not required | 1160–1370 | 25–30 |
| Saint Leo University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Southeastern University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| St. John Vianney College Seminary | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| St. Thomas University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Stetson University | Considered but not required | 1060–1270 | 21–28 |
| The University of Tampa | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Trinity College of Florida | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Trinity College of Jacksonville | Considered but not required | 778–1006 | 16–20 |
| University of Miami | Considered but not required | 1320–1480 | 30–33 |
| Warner University | Considered but not required | 790–1070 | 14–20 |
| Webber International University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, admissions test requirements and SAT/ACT percentiles, 2024–25. Cost and aid in Florida · SAT guide · ACT guide