Eastern Florida State College
About Eastern Florida State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Eastern Florida State College sits on the Space Coast, a few miles from the Kennedy Space Center, and serves Brevard County from four campuses. Business, information science and nursing are its biggest programs. It admits all qualified applicants and grants both associate and bachelor's degrees.
Founded
1960
Location
Melbourne, Florida
Students
10,490
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
52.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,496
Out-of-state: $9,739
Avg Net Price
$6,440
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,195
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
52.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
52.1%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.5%
$/Student
$4.8K
Class Size
Large
52.1% 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
$2,496
In-State
$9,739
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,701
Books & Supplies
$600
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,966
After Financial Aid
$6,440
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,858
Receive Grants
29.5%
Take Loans
15.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $11,966/yr for in-state students, including $10,701 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $6,440. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $9,739.
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 Eastern Florida State College fund their education.
While in School
29.5%
Get Grants
Free money
15.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,005
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$130/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,250, 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 Eastern Florida State College.
Gender
59.5%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
10,490
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
28.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 40% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
10,490
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Eastern Florida State College fields 8 varsity teams with 195 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
195
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
99
Men
96
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Eastern Florida State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,195
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 5Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
362 grads
1yr Earnings
Information Science/Studies
$57K
110 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
45 grads
Public Health
$34K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
—
1 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.