Hillsborough College
About Hillsborough College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hillsborough College teaches across Tampa and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories, which few community colleges have. Nursing, allied health and criminal justice are its largest programs, and its general studies track feeds the Florida universities.
Founded
1968
Location
Tampa, Florida
Students
21,472
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
34.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,506
Out-of-state: $9,111
Avg Net Price
$3,861
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,782
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
Below Average
34.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62%
Transfer Out
18.9%
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
37%
$/Student
$4.1K
Class Size
Large
The 34.2% graduation rate is below average, but 62% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,506
In-State
$9,111
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,780
Books & Supplies
$1,560
Total Cost of Attendance
$9,924
After Financial Aid
$3,861
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,839
Receive Grants
42%
Take Loans
52.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $9,924/yr, including $12,780 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $3,861.
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 Hillsborough College fund their education.
While in School
42%
Get Grants
Free money
52.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,087
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,762
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$103/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,762, 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 Hillsborough College.
Gender
59.8%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
21,472
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
29%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 46.3% 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
21,472
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hillsborough College fields 5 varsity teams with 103 student athletes.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
103
46 men, 57 women
Athletes by Gender
45% / 55%
46
Men
57
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 Hillsborough Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,782
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
2681 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
210 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$63K
113 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$33K
71 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions
$48K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $41K 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.