Florida Gateway College
About Florida Gateway College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida Gateway College serves rural north Florida from Lake City. Teacher education, nursing and environmental resource management are its largest programs. It admits every qualified applicant and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1947
Location
Lake City, Florida
Students
2,301
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
53.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,100
Out-of-state: $11,747
Avg Net Price
$5,364
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,894
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
Average
53.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
53.9%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.8%
$/Student
$7.2K
Class Size
Medium
53.9% 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
$3,100
In-State
$11,747
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,700
Books & Supplies
$1,271
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,388
After Financial Aid
$5,364
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,638
Receive Grants
39.8%
Take Loans
15.5%
The full cost of attendance is about $14,388/yr for in-state students, including $6,700 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $5,364. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $11,747.
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 Florida Gateway College fund their education.
While in School
39.8%
Get Grants
Free money
15.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,618
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,992
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$74/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,992, 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 Florida Gateway College.
Gender
67.4%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,301
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
55.4%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
33.4%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 55.4% 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
2,301
Students
public
Institution
Small
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
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida Gateway College fields 5 varsity teams with 71 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Softball
Student Athletes
71
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
30% / 70%
21
Men
50
Women
2
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida Gateway Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,894
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 3Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
28 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy
—
4 grads
Median earnings are $38K 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.