There are 3 colleges in Gainesville and 41 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 298,356 students. These are the closest colleges.
Located in Florida with a population of 124,354, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Gainesville. Driving time to these schools from Gainesville should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is University of Florida which is ranked #78 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Florida enrolling 55,211 students. In terms of affordability, Santa Fe College in Gainesville offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,872 per year.
This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Gainesville.
41 results
Public 4 Year
6 reviews
#7 Best Public Universities in America
Applications Due Mar 1
3 miles from Gainesville
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
5 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
5 miles from Gainesville
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
37 miles from Gainesville
Public 2 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Aug 6
37 miles from Gainesville
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Oct 10
40 miles from Gainesville
Private 2 Year
0 reviews
47 miles from Gainesville
Private 2 Year
2 reviews
52 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
59 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
61 miles from Gainesville
Private 2 Year
0 reviews
60 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
60 miles from Gainesville
Private 2 Year
0 reviews
60 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
Applications Due Aug 30
60 miles from Gainesville
Public 4 Year
0 reviews
61 miles from Gainesville
Private 2 Year
0 reviews
61 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
1 reviews
#13 Best Private Colleges in Florida
Applications Due Mar 1
64 miles from Gainesville
Private 4 Year
0 reviews
#10 Best Private Colleges in Florida
64 miles from Gainesville
The closest community college is Florida Gateway College and is 36.8 miles from Gainesville. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.
Tuition and fees at Florida Gateway College are $3,100 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.
Florida Gateway College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.