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Florida Gateway College

Public Lake City, FL · Town · Southeast · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
55%
Graduation Rate
$37,894
Earnings (10yr)
$5,364
Net Price
2,301
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Overview

Students at Florida Gateway College graduate with an average debt of just $6,992, significantly lower than many other institutions. This low debt burden makes it easier for graduates to manage their finances and pursue their careers without the weight of excessive loans.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Florida Gateway College serves a diverse student population, with 40% of students receiving Pell Grants. This indicates a commitment to helping lower-income students access higher education. While specific mobility rates are not available, the college's focus on practical programs in fields like health professions and criminal justice suggests a pathway for upward mobility.

The net price of attendance is just $5,364, making it an affordable option for many students. Graduates earn an average of $37,894 within ten years of completing their degree. Florida Gateway College is ideal for those seeking a supportive environment to pursue practical degrees in humanities, health, culinary arts, and more, while minimizing financial strain.

Rankings

How Florida Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation55%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$5KMedian Debt$7KPell Grant Rate40%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$5K$30-48K$7K$48-75K$12K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

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

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1943.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%855.4%MOBILITY166.26%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,100
In-State Tuition
$11,747
Out-of-State
$5,364
Avg Net Price
$6,992
Median Debt
40%
Pell Grant Rate
15%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,638
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,529
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,762
Family Income $48K–$75K
$11,870
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,237
6 Years After Entry
$37,915
8 Years
$37,894
10 Years
0.18x
Debt-to-Earnings
51%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,237 6yr $37,915 8yr $37,894 10yr

Social Mobility

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

166.26%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
855.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1943.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$52,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.97
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.8%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 39%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,548
Diversity Index 0.52
First-Gen Students 55%

Top Programs

Humanities 27%
Health Professions 23%
Criminal Justice 20%
Culinary & Personal Services 6%
Transportation 5%
Education 4%
Precision Production 2%
Business & Marketing 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Southeast
Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
62%
White
66%
Hispanic
10%
Black
19%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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