South Florida State College
About South Florida State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
South Florida State College serves the ranching and citrus country of the state's interior from Avon Park, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business, teacher education and nursing are its largest programs. It admits every qualified applicant.
Founded
1965
Location
Avon Park, Florida
Students
2,045
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
47.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,165
Out-of-state: $11,859
Avg Net Price
$3,877
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,990
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
$15
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
47.6%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.9%
$/Student
$9.5K
Class Size
Medium
47.6% 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
$3,165
In-State
$11,859
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,169
After Financial Aid
$3,877
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,480
Receive Grants
42.6%
Take Loans
4.8%
Tuition is $3,165/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,877.
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 South Florida State College fund their education.
While in School
42.6%
Get Grants
Free money
4.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,658
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,368
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$78/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,368, 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 South Florida State College.
Gender
69.8%
Female
30%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,045
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
55.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 70% of the student body. 55.4% 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: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,045
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
South Florida State College fields 4 varsity teams with 61 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
61
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
39% / 61%
24
Men
37
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 South Florida State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,990
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 3Business Administration, Management and Operations
$31K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$46K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$102K
8 grads
4yr 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.