Colleges / FL / Melbourne

Eastern Florida State College

Public Melbourne, FL · Urban · Southeast · 80% data reported · Agent Insights

52%

Graduation Rate

$37,195

Earnings (10yr)

$6,440

Net Price

10,490

Enrollment

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Overview

Over 10,000 students choose Eastern Florida State College for its affordable education, with a net price of just $6,440. This makes it a practical option for those looking to start their academic journey without incurring significant debt.

The college has a graduation rate of 52%, indicating that just over half of students complete their programs within a reasonable timeframe. While specific mobility data isn't available, the earnings potential for graduates is notable, with a median income of $37,195 ten years after graduation. This suggests that students can expect to see a return on their investment in education.

Eastern Florida State College attracts students interested in practical fields like Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Computer Science. With a Pell Grant rate of 29%, it supports students from low-income backgrounds. The typical debt load of $12,250 is manageable, making this an appealing choice for those looking to balance education costs with future earning potential.

Rankings

#19 Most Affordable Colleges in Florida #20 Best Computer Science Colleges in Florida #20 Best Data Science Colleges in Florida #21 Best Criminal Justice Colleges in Florida #32 Best Business Colleges in Florida #32 Best Nursing Colleges in Florida #33 Best Master's Programs in Florida #37 Best Colleges in Florida

How Eastern Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

Cost & Financial Aid

$2,496

In-State Tuition

$9,739

Out-of-State

$6,440

Avg Net Price

$12,250

Median Debt

29%

Pell Grant Rate

15%

Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$4,858

Family Income $0–$30K

$5,658

Family Income $30K–$48K

$7,600

Family Income $48K–$75K

$11,623

Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$32,437

6 Years After Entry

$35,509

8 Years

$37,195

10 Years

0.33x

Debt-to-Earnings

47%

Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

147.22%

Mobility Rate

Bottom 20% → Top 20%

1004.2%

Success Rate

If bottom 20% get in

1466.0%

From Bottom 20%

Share of students

$65,300

Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.90

Economic Connectedness

Cross-class friendships

0.03

Friending Bias

Lower = more inclusive

5.7%

Volunteering Rate

0.98

Support Ratio

Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 37%

Faculty Salary (mo) $6,880

Diversity Index 0.62

First-Gen Students 40%

Top Programs

Humanities 40%

Health Professions 17%

Business & Marketing 15%

Computer Science & IT 7%

Criminal Justice 5%

Mechanic & Repair Tech 1%

Culinary & Personal Services 1%

Precision Production 1%

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Quick Facts

Setting Urban

Region Southeast

Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female

59%

White

57%

Hispanic

19%

Black

12%

Asian

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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