Santa Fe College

Located in Gainesville, Florida, Santa Fe College serves as a public institution spanning multiple campuses throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. The main campus, situated on a 175-acre site in northwest Gainesville, features modern academic facilities surrounded by natural Florida woodland. Established in 1965 as a junior college, Santa Fe now operates as a four-year state college offering bachelor's degrees in addition to associate degrees and certificates. The institution maintains strong academic programs in health sciences, business, and biotechnology, with notable specialized facilities including the Teaching Zoo, which serves as a hands-on training center for zoo animal technology students. Although primarily a commuter college, Santa Fe maintains partnerships with the University of Florida and provides students access to various student life activities and organizations on its northwest campus.