Students represent 39 states and 39 countries. 100% of students participate in a research course and write a thesis (or complete a senior capstone project) before graduation. 79% of students live on-campus in residence halls. NCF has more than 75 student clubs and organizations. Our student government is open to all students, meaning that each student can cast a vote.

At New College, nearly 100% of admitted students are offered scholarship funding (in addition to any Florida Bright Futures funding they may already have earned for their work in high school). We urge students with financial need to meet NCF's FAFSA priority deadline for maximum need-based aid eligibility: Nov. 1 for admitted students. New College is regularly featured in national rankings of colleges for academic strength and affordable cost. For more on coverage by Fiske Guide to Colleges, The Princeton Review, USA Today, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and Forbes, go to https://www.ncf.edu/about/campus-profile-statistics/.

Students who complete an application and the FAFSA by November 1 will be eligible for maximum consideration for need-based financial aid.

The amount and types of college coursework accepted toward the degree are outlined in the College’s Transfer Credit Policy, and additional information can be found here. To discuss transfer credit, contact the transfer admissions coordinator at admissions@ncf.edu or (941) 487-5000, or Office of the Registrar at registrar@ncf.edu or (941) 487-4230, or by mail at:

Office of the Registrar
5800 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota FL 34243-2109

The Admissions Committee utilizes a holistic application review, allowing us to get to know the entire student and select candidates that we believe will thrive and benefit from a New College education. The most important factor is course selection. We are looking for students that have taken the most challenging curriculum available to them.  We then look at the weighted academic GPA for the students’ core courses, and class rank, if available. Since New College is very writing-intensive, we strongly emphasize the essays students submit in their Common Application. Next, the Admissions Committee looks at test scores. A recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor is also considered, in addition to activities outside of the classroom. The Admissions Committee may also consider demonstrated interest as an application factor. While there are no minimum GPA and test score requirements, the middle 50% for Fall 2024 freshmen SAT 1060-1243 and ACT 21-27.

Fall 2025 priority admission and financial aid deadline is November 1 -- after that, rolling admission until July 1st. Scholarship and financial aid deadline is July 1st.

•         Admissions deadlines for 2024-25:

November 1 is our priority application and financial aid deadline. Students will receive decisions by April 1. Students who complete an application and the FAFSA by November 1 will be eligible for maximum consideration for need based financial aid. We will continue to accept applications through July 1. Students will receive decisions on a rolling basis. 

NCF has more than 75 student organizations, with the most popular being student groups that are geared toward equality, social justice, mental health and diversity education. Health and wellness focus is popular. Sailing is one of the few organized competitive sports teams, but is has been very successful. Other recreational and sports activities are popular, such as flag football, basketball, yoga and Quidditch. Our cafeteria offers traditional food options, including vegetarian and vegan options, for every meal. Students are incredibly supportive of each other’s passions, attending dance and theatre performances, art openings, poetry readings and events.

New College of Florida’s Mighty Banyans athletics program has quickly emerged as one of the fastest-growing programs in the country. Since launching in 2023, the Banyans now feature 17 varsity teams with more than 400 student-athletes competing in the NAIA and The Sun Conference. Our programs include traditional sports such as baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, and indoor volleyball, as well as emerging opportunities like women’s beach volleyball and coed esports. Our student-athletes excel in competition and in the classroom while also giving back through community service and leadership on campus. With a commitment to building tradition, school spirit, and excellence, New College Athletics is creating a legacy along Sarasota Bay that inspires the campus and community alike.