Northwest Florida State College
About Northwest Florida State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwest Florida State College serves the panhandle from Niceville, near Eglin Air Force Base, and teaches many students connected to the military. Business, nursing and teacher education are its largest programs, and it admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1963
Location
Niceville, Florida
Students
3,010
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,583
Out-of-state: $10,612
Avg Net Price
$4,571
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,664
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
38.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
38.9%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.2%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Large
The 38.9% 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
$2,583
In-State
$10,612
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,440
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,914
After Financial Aid
$4,571
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,683
Receive Grants
21.1%
Take Loans
19.8%
Tuition is $2,583/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,571.
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 Northwest Florida State College fund their education.
While in School
21.1%
Get Grants
Free money
19.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,721
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,932
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$84/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,932, 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 Northwest Florida State College.
Gender
60.7%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,010
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.6%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
27.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 43.6% 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: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
3,010
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
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
Northwest Florida State College fields 3 varsity teams with 73 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
73
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
41
Men
32
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwest Florida State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,664
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 3Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$44K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $40K 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.