Chipola College
About Chipola College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Chipola College serves the rural counties of the Florida panhandle from Marianna. Business, nursing and teacher education are its largest programs. It admits every qualified applicant and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1947
Location
Marianna, Florida
Students
1,312
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
53.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,120
Out-of-state: $8,950
Avg Net Price
$1,133
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,378
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
August 13
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
53.1%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
40.4%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Medium
53.1% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,120
In-State
$8,950
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$4,560
Books & Supplies
$1,050
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,262
After Financial Aid
$1,133
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$210
Receive Grants
26.8%
Take Loans
0%
Don't let the $3,120 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $1,133 after financial aid, a 64% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $210.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Chipola College fund their education.
While in School
26.8%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,653
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Chipola College.
Gender
58.9%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,312
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
14.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 50.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,312
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Chipola College fields 4 varsity teams with 87 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
87
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
41
Men
46
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Chipola Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,378
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 5Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
14 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
—
7 grads
Special Education and Teaching
—
2 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.