St Petersburg College
About St Petersburg College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
St Petersburg College opened in 1927 as Florida's first two-year college and now grants bachelor's degrees as well. Nursing and business are its largest programs, followed by information technology, and it admits every applicant who qualifies.
Founded
1927
Location
St. Petersburg, Florida
Students
18,950
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,682
Out-of-state: $9,286
Avg Net Price
$1,471
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,557
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
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
38.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
Not reported
4-Year Grad
38.3%
6-Year Grad
Not reported
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.3%
$/Student
$4.9K
Class Size
Large
The 38.3% 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
$2,682
In-State
$9,286
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,885
After Financial Aid
$1,471
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$-716
Receive Grants
32.8%
Take Loans
15.8%
Tuition is $2,682/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $1,471.
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 St Petersburg College fund their education.
While in School
32.8%
Get Grants
Free money
15.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,640
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$16,868
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$179/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 15.8% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $16,868. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends St Petersburg College.
Gender
62.1%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
18,950
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.4%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
40.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 44.4% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
18,950
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
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
St Petersburg College fields 5 varsity teams with 96 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
96
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
43% / 57%
41
Men
55
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 St Petersburg Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,557
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$47K
293 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
171 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$55K
138 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Health
$52K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, Other
$35K
80 grads
1yr Earnings
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
$49K
73 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $43K 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.