University of Tampa is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Tampa, Florida, registered in 1942, with $493,753,503 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 90% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2024)
$493.8M
▲ 9.5% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$430.3M
Net assets
$894.5M
Employees
3,665
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For University of Tampa: 90% to programs · $15 to raise $100 earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For University of Tampa: 25 mo reserves · +13% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For University of Tampa: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For University of Tampa: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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The university of tampa is committed to the development of each student to become a productive and responsible citizen.
Student aid, grants and scholarships: the university of tampa offers a strong financial aid program that assists qualified students with their educational expenses; approximately 90 percent of the university's students have received some type of financial aid assistance.
Student services & community impact: with over 11,000 students enrolled, the university of tampa's excellent reputation contributes to the organization's role as a major intellectual talent importer for the tampa bay region. the university draws students from all 50 states and most of the world's countries. the university of tampa's students - through the p.e.a.c.e. volunteer center - coordinate the volunteer efforts of students, student organizations, faculty and staff with more than 300 community agencies. the university has completed more than $1.06 billion in building construction during the past 27 years, serving as an economic engine for the tampa bay region.
Auxiliary services at the university of tampa offers students dining options, a bookstore and services. auxiliary services provides services to enhance student life at the university. dining services offers a variety of dining venues for students and visitors. the university of tampa has 12 residence halls.
Revenue grew from $235.6M (FY2013) to $493.8M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
12.9%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$1.1B
Total liabilities
$243.2M
Net assets
$894.5M
Salaries & benefits
$131.1M
30% of expenses
Board members
38
37 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $493,753,503▲9.5% | $430,264,406▲8.7% | $894,543,670▲8.4% | $1,137,705,994▲4.8% | 990 |
| 2023 | $450,882,955▲10.4% | $395,848,970▲9.5% | $825,022,709▲8.4% | $1,085,302,417▲4.9% | 990 |
| 2022 | $408,224,642▼4.3% | $361,352,137▲1.6% | $761,346,770▲6.7% | $1,034,183,001▲3.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $426,783,303▲17.4% | $355,590,617▲21.7% | $713,675,861▲9.5% | $995,322,258▲5.9% | 990 |
| 2020 | $363,604,435▲3.9% | $292,156,386▲0.2% | $651,706,943▲13.7% | $939,460,407▲19.1% | 990 |
| 2019 | $349,937,175▲6.9% | $291,675,043▲4.1% | $573,379,973▲10.6% | $788,681,570▲9.4% | 990 |
| 2018 | $327,405,242▲8.9% | $280,120,173▲8.0% | $518,525,000▲6.5% | $720,644,707▲5.2% | 990 |
| 2017 | $300,732,012▲7.7% | $259,355,152▲9.0% | $487,023,312▲9.7% | $684,713,149▲5.8% | 990 |
| 2016 | $279,143,080▲2.9% | $237,881,786▲6.1% | $443,858,802▲9.3% | $647,033,481▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2015 | $271,300,275▲5.3% | $224,109,354▲5.7% | $406,067,239▲12.3% | $614,430,133▲7.0% | 990 |
| 2014 | $257,738,799▲9.4% | $211,952,980▲11.6% | $361,725,635▲13.8% | $574,229,285▲14.8% | 990 |
| 2013 | $235,624,536 | $189,905,059▲4.2% | $317,838,446▲17.0% | $500,385,181▲11.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $182,321,534▲7.2% | $271,616,443▲12.2% | $449,634,264▲12.0% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $170,138,176▲9.1% | $242,059,742▲12.7% | $401,525,804▲20.3% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $155,998,213 | $214,748,429 | $333,877,119 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Highest-paid: Ronald L Vaughn — $1,953,656 (0.45% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald L Vaughn | Pres (thru May 2024) / Marketing Prof & Pres Emeritus (beg June 2024) | 40 | $1,953,656 |
| Teresa Abi-nader Dahlberg | University President and Trustee (beg June 2024) | 40 | $482,041 |
| W Michael Hendricks | Vice President For Strategic Enrollment Planning | 40 | $442,326 |
| L Keith Todd | Vp Development & University Relations | 40 | $411,199 |
| David S Stern | Provost, Vp Academic Affairs | 40 | $404,853 |
| Farhad F Ghannadian | Dean | 40 | $356,030 |
| T Kevin Lafferty | Vp of Administration & Finance, Treasurer | 40 | $322,739 |
| Donna B Popovich | Vp, Human Resources, Secretary | 40 | $302,643 |
| Rebecca J White | Professor | 40 | $288,324 |
| Paul Greenwood | Dean | 40 | $277,661 |
| Ade Adebisi | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Alan Randolph | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Benson Riseman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Beth Cahill | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Casey Ellison | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Charlotte Baker | Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees | 1 | — |
| Christina Hurley | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Douglas C Rothschild | Trustee | 1 | — |
| G Robert Blanchard Jr | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Helen Wesley | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Hc Beck Ltd | Construction Contractor | $46,517,452 |
| Sodexo Campus Food Service | Food Services | $22,643,047 |
| Fortune Street Partners Ltd | Temporary Housing - Hotel Service | $4,007,678 |
| Hdr Architecture Inc | Design Services | $3,019,793 |
| Reno Building LLC | Construction Contractor | $2,847,321 |
96 grants to University of Tampa totaling $10.6M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
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Data for University of Tampa (EIN 59-0624459) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.