State University System of Florida

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Florida is Ranked #1 in Higher Education for 9 Years in a Row

TALLAHASSEE, FL (May 6, 2025) – Florida is once again the top state in the nation for higher education, according to U.S. News & World Report’ …

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07/02

2025-2026 Budget Upholds the Standing of the State University System

06/26

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces First-of-its-Kind Alternative University Accreditor

06/26

Six Public University Systems Establish First-in-Kind Accreditor – The Commission for Public Higher Education

06/18

SUS Continues to Elevate Student Success through Accountability

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U.S. News & World Report has ranked Florida the top state for higher education since its inception in 2017. The State University System of Florida serves more than 430,000 students and is the second largest System in the country.