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Daytona State College

PublicHSICity: Small

About Daytona State College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Daytona State College serves Volusia and Flagler counties on Florida's Atlantic coast and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, nursing, engineering and teacher education are its largest programs, and it grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.

Founded

1957

Location

Daytona Beach, Florida

Students

10,176

Institution

Public

Known For

HSIBusinessNursingEngineering

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

43.2%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$3,106

Out-of-state: $11,994

Avg Net Price

$7,177

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$37,096

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

Free

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
43.2%

Below Average

43.2% complete their degree within six years

Retention

Not reported

4-Year Grad

43.2%

6-Year Grad

Not reported

The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.

Teaching Quality

17:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

28%

$/Student

$5.6K

Class Size

Medium

The 43.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$3,106

In-State

/

$11,994

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$10,420

Books & Supplies

$1,800

Total Cost of Attendance

$12,050

After Financial Aid

$7,177

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$5,819

Receive Grants

34.5%

Take Loans

17%

The full cost of attendance is about $12,050/yr for in-state students, including $10,420 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $7,177. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $11,994.

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 Daytona State College fund their education.

While in School

34.5%

Get Grants

Free money

17%

Take Loans

Must repay

$21,285

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$8,250

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$87/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The median debt is just $8,250, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Daytona State College.

Gender

60.4%

Female

/

40%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

50.9%
24.2%
14.8%
5.1%
2.4%
0.8%
White
Hispanic
Black
Multiracial
Asian
International

Enrollment

10,176

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

42%

First-Gen

25 yrs

Avg Age

32.8%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 42% 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

RuralCity
City: Small

City: Small

Campus Quick Facts

10,176

Students

public

Institution

Medium

Campus Size

Mixed

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

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

Daytona State College fields 8 varsity teams with 208 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.

Division

NJCAA

Division I

Conference

Not reported

Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams

Varsity Sports

8

Biggest: Soccer

Student Athletes

208

2% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

43% / 57%

90

Men

/

118

Women

4

Men's Teams

7

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
61
Soccer
32
Baseball
26
Basketball
25
Cross Country
21
Softball

Every Varsity Team

Soccer61Baseball32Basketball26Cross Country25Softball21Volleyball17Other Sports17Golf9

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Daytona State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$37,096

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$33K
6yr
$30K
8yr
$37K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$40K

193 grads

1yr Earnings

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$78K

80 grads

1yr Earnings

Engineering, General

45 grads

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

$45K

36 grads

1yr Earnings

Accounting and Related Services

23 grads

Computer and Information Sciences, General

$45K

17 grads

1yr Earnings

Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daytona State College

How much does Daytona State College cost?
Tuition at Daytona State College is $3,106 for in-state students and $11,994 for out-of-state students. The full cost of attendance is about $12,050/yr for in-state students, including $10,420 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $7,177. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $11,994.
What is the graduation rate at Daytona State College?
Daytona State College has a graduation rate of 43.2%. The 43.2% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
How much do Daytona State College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Daytona State College graduates is $37,096 ten years after enrollment. Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.

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.