Florida State College at Jacksonville
About Florida State College at Jacksonville
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida State College at Jacksonville teaches across several campuses in and around the city and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones. Business, nursing and human services are where most of its students end up, and it admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1966
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Students
19,648
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,878
Out-of-state: $9,992
Avg Net Price
$4,128
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,244
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
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
36.8%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36%
$/Student
$4.8K
Class Size
Large
The 36.8% 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
$2,878
In-State
$9,992
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,496
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,323
After Financial Aid
$4,128
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,563
Receive Grants
36.9%
Take Loans
18.9%
The full cost of attendance is about $9,323/yr for in-state students, including $8,496 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $4,128. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $9,992.
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 State College at Jacksonville fund their education.
While in School
36.9%
Get Grants
Free money
18.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,081
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,562
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$144/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,562, 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 State College at Jacksonville.
Gender
63.9%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
19,648
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.1%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
43.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 44.1% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
19,648
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida State College at Jacksonville fields 6 varsity teams with 127 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
127
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
43% / 57%
55
Men
72
Women
3
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida State College at Jacksonvilleearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,244
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
—
144 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
136 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
124 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$39K
106 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
$54K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$60K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.