Saint Johns River State College
About Saint Johns River State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Saint Johns River State College serves the counties south of Jacksonville from Palatka, Orange Park and St Augustine. Business, nursing and teacher education are its largest programs. It admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1958
Location
Palatka, Florida
Students
4,403
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
48.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,591
Out-of-state: $9,335
Avg Net Price
$6,135
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,728
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
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
48.9%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
93.5%
$/Student
$5.0K
Class Size
Large
48.9% 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
$2,591
In-State
$9,335
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,134
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,906
After Financial Aid
$6,135
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,157
Receive Grants
18.7%
Take Loans
6.8%
Tuition is $2,591/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,135.
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 Saint Johns River State College fund their education.
While in School
18.7%
Get Grants
Free money
6.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,832
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, 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 Saint Johns River State College.
Gender
64.7%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,403
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.9%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
16.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 42.9% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
4,403
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Saint Johns River State College fields 4 varsity teams with 70 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
70
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
41% / 59%
29
Men
41
Women
1
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Saint Johns River State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,728
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 3Business Administration, Management and Operations
$37K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$46K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K 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.