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The University of Florida received a "D" grade for its free speech climate from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression.

UF's overall ranking improved to No. 45, but its scores for self-censorship, administrative support, and political interference declined.

Recent First Amendment controversies at the university include student suspensions, a canceled symposium, and multiple lawsuits from professors.

The University of Florida received a "D" grade from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression's 2026 College Free Speech Rankings .

UF is ranked No. 45 overall by FIRE, up from 125th in 2024. The university received an overall score of 64.1 for its “speech climate,” up 0.3 points from 2024.

FIRE’s grades are based on an institution’s overall sc

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