Indian River State College
About Indian River State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Indian River State College serves the Treasure Coast from Fort Pierce and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, nursing, human services and criminal justice are where most of its students end up. It is open admission and awards bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1959
Location
Fort Pierce, Florida
Students
11,822
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,764
Out-of-state: $10,201
Avg Net Price
$3,815
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,315
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
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
44.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
44.9%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
27:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
39.6%
$/Student
$5.8K
Class Size
Large
44.9% 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
$2,764
In-State
$10,201
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,620
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,576
After Financial Aid
$3,815
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,594
Receive Grants
34.4%
Take Loans
3.8%
Tuition is $2,764/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,815.
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 Indian River State College fund their education.
While in School
34.4%
Get Grants
Free money
3.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,577
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,023
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$85/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,023, 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 Indian River State College.
Gender
60.4%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
11,822
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
23.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 48% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
11,822
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
Indian River State College fields 5 varsity teams with 125 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Swimming & Diving
Student Athletes
125
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
47% / 53%
59
Men
66
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Indian River State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,315
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
139 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$82K
88 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$36K
86 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$43K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$49K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$45K
46 grads
4yr Earnings
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.