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Gulf Coast State College

Public Panama City, FL · Urban · Southeast · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
44%
Graduation Rate
$38,359
Earnings (10yr)
$4,709
Net Price
3,934
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Overview

Nearly 4,000 students choose Gulf Coast State College each year for its low net price of $4,709, making it an affordable option for many. This price point allows students to focus on their education without overwhelming financial burdens.

Graduates from Gulf Coast State College earn a median salary of $38,359 a decade after enrollment. While the graduation rate stands at 44%, the college serves a significant number of students from diverse backgrounds, with 28% receiving Pell Grants. This indicates a commitment to helping lower-income students achieve their educational goals.

Gulf Coast State College is ideal for those seeking practical programs in fields like Health Professions, Criminal Justice, and Business. With a median debt of $7,147, students can graduate with manageable financial obligations. The college is well-suited for individuals looking for a supportive environment as they navigate their academic and career paths.

Rankings

How Gulf Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation44%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$5KMedian Debt$7KPell Grant Rate28%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$3K$0-30K$4K$30-48K$6K$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%1849.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%982.4%MOBILITY181.64%

Cost & Financial Aid

$2,370
In-State Tuition
$8,635
Out-of-State
$4,709
Avg Net Price
$7,147
Median Debt
28%
Pell Grant Rate
7%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$2,915
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,369
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,483
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,071
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,651
6 Years After Entry
$36,964
8 Years
$38,359
10 Years
0.19x
Debt-to-Earnings
51%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,651 6yr $36,964 8yr $38,359 10yr

Social Mobility

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

181.64%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
982.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1849.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$56,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.04
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 60%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,004
Diversity Index 0.55
First-Gen Students 49%

Top Programs

Health Professions 38%
Humanities 38%
Criminal Justice 8%
Business & Marketing 4%
Culinary & Personal Services 3%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Communications 1%
Precision Production 1%