Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Orlando, Florida |
| Online | fhchs.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Seventh Day Adventists |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
AdventHealth University (formerly Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences) is located in Orlando, Florida, adjacent to AdventHealth Orlando medical center. The urban campus occupies a compact footprint in the healthcare corridor of central Florida, approximately 3 miles from downtown Orlando. This private, not-for-profit healthcare institution focuses exclusively on medical and healthcare-related degree programs, with particular emphasis on nursing, radiologic sciences, and healthcare administration. The university maintains selective admission standards and operates on a trimester system, offering both traditional classroom instruction and online learning formats. Campus facilities include specialized medical simulation labs, student housing options in nearby university-owned apartments, and direct access to clinical rotations at the adjacent hospital system.
Ratings
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Florida Hospital College is rated within the top 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#371 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#271 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Florida
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Florida
#579 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1140 |
| ACT | 21/24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $20 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $3,600 |
| Other Fees | $900 |
| Room and Board | $11,028 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,515 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,483 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 97% |
| Biology | 2% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 1% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=133872 IPEDS survey data for Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences.
Current students may use the Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024