Palm Beach State College
About Palm Beach State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Palm Beach State College has taught in south Florida since 1933, the state's first public community college, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Nursing, allied health and computer programming are its largest programs.
Founded
1933
Location
Lake Worth, Florida
Students
21,956
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,050
Out-of-state: $10,910
Avg Net Price
$9,182
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,923
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
$40
Early
Jul 31
Regular
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
19.2%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
29:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.1%
$/Student
$4.7K
Class Size
Large
The 41.1% 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
$3,050
In-State
$10,910
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,700
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,830
After Financial Aid
$9,182
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,131
Receive Grants
38.4%
Take Loans
11%
Tuition is $3,050/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,182.
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 Palm Beach State College fund their education.
While in School
38.4%
Get Grants
Free money
11%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,408
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,081
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$75/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,081, 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 Palm Beach State College.
Gender
60.8%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
21,956
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
28.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 49.4% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
21,956
Students
community
Institution
Large
Campus Size
N/A
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
Palm Beach State College fields 5 varsity teams with 88 student athletes.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
88
40 men, 48 women
Athletes by Gender
45% / 55%
40
Men
48
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 Palm Beach State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,923
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
2632 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
228 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$57K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer Programming
—
33 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$29K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$38K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $34K 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.