Pensacola State College
About Pensacola State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pensacola State College serves the Florida panhandle from campuses in Pensacola, Milton and Warrington. Business, nursing and information technology are its largest programs. It admits every qualified applicant and grants bachelor's degrees as well as associate ones.
Founded
1948
Location
Pensacola, Florida
Students
7,538
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,361
Out-of-state: $9,460
Avg Net Price
$3,957
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,739
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
36.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
36.4%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.2%
$/Student
$5.8K
Class Size
Large
The 36.4% 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
$2,361
In-State
$9,460
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,894
After Financial Aid
$3,957
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,533
Receive Grants
38.9%
Take Loans
8.3%
Tuition is $2,361/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,957.
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 Pensacola State College fund their education.
While in School
38.9%
Get Grants
Free money
8.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,605
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,500, 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 Pensacola State College.
Gender
66.6%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,538
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.4%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
34.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
7,538
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pensacola State College fields 6 varsity teams with 117 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
117
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
36% / 64%
42
Men
75
Women
2
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 Pensacola State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,739
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 3Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
143 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$53K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $37K 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.