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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’s 2025 State Rankings. Florida has held the top spot since the inception of the rankings in 2017, making 9 years in a row at #1. Florida continues to lead […]

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

Governor’s Press Office A consortium of six states established the Commission for Public Higher Education BOCA RATON, FL—Today, Governor DeSantis celebrated the unveiling of a new accreditor, the Commission for Public Higher Education, that will offer an alternative to the out-of-touch accreditation system. The Commission for Public Higher Education is comprised of a consortium of […]

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

~ Commission for Public Higher Education created by public universities for public universities ~ Boca Raton, FL (June 26, 2025) – Today, the Commission for Public Higher Education, a consortium of six public university systems, was unveiled. This Commission will create a first-of-its-kind accreditation model for public higher education institutions that will offer high-quality, efficient […]

SUS Continues to Elevate Student Success through Accountability

~ Four-year graduation rate breaks state record at 66%, an increase of 25 percentage points since 2014 ~ Tallahassee, FL (June 18, 2025) – The Florida Board of Governors approved the 2025 Accountability Plans for each university as well as for the SUS, affirming Florida’s commitment to prioritizing student success. The accountability plans track and […]

Items to Watch for the June 18th Board of Governors’ Meeting

The Florida Board of Governors will hold a meeting at Florida Atlantic University on June 18th. Highlights of the meeting agenda include: Strategic Planning Committee Budget & Finance Committee Audit & Compliance Committee Academic & Research Excellence Committee Academic & Student Affairs Committee Facilities Committee Nominations & Governance Committee Full Board The Board of Governors’ […]

State University System Reverses Florida’s Nursing Shortage

TALLAHASSEE, FL (May 6, 2025) – On National Nurses Day, the State University System of Florida (SUS) celebrates the reversal of Florida’s nursing shortage due to the continued investment in Prepping Institutions, Programs, Employers, and Learners through Incentives for Nursing Education (PIPELINE) and Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE). Since 2022, the SUS has received […]

State University System Celebrates Upcoming Graduates During Commencement Season

TALLAHASSEE, FL (April 28, 2025) – The State University System of Florida (SUS) celebrates and honors graduates during the upcoming spring 2025 commencement season. Thousands of students will cross the stage this spring, marking a significant milestone in their academic journeys and celebrating years of perseverance, dedication, and achievement. SUS graduates are not only working […]

Items to Watch for the March 26th Board of Governors’ Meeting

The Florida Board of Governors will hold a meeting at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University on March 26th. Highlights of the meeting agenda include: Academic & Student Affairs Committee Academic & Research Excellence Committee Strategic Planning Committee Audit & Compliance Committee Facilities Committee Budget & Finance Committee Full Board The Board of Governors’ meeting will […]