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South Florida State College

Public Avon Park, FL · Suburban · Southeast · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
49%
Graduation Rate
$39,990
Earnings (10yr)
$3,877
Net Price
2,045
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Overview

Students at South Florida State College face one of the lowest net prices in the state, with an average cost of just $3,877 per year. This affordability makes it an attractive option for those seeking higher education without incurring excessive debt. The median debt for graduates stands at $7,368, allowing many to graduate with a manageable financial burden.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for South Florida State College, but the graduation rate is 49%. With a significant portion of students receiving Pell Grants (43%), the school aims to support lower-income individuals. It suggests a commitment to helping students from diverse economic backgrounds pursue their education and improve their prospects.

Graduates earn an average of $39,990 within ten years of completing their studies. The college excels in programs like Humanities, Health Professions, Criminal Justice, Business & Marketing, and Construction Trades. Ideal for students seeking practical training and a direct path to employment, South Florida State College caters to those looking for a strong return on investment in their education.

Rankings

How South Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation49%Earnings 10yr$40KNet Price$4KMedian Debt$7KPell Grant Rate43%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$3K$0-30K$4K$30-48K$5K$48-75K$4K$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%2474.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%610.2%MOBILITY151.00%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,165
In-State Tuition
$11,859
Out-of-State
$3,877
Avg Net Price
$7,368
Median Debt
43%
Pell Grant Rate
5%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,480
Family Income $0–$30K
$3,597
Family Income $30K–$48K
$4,758
Family Income $48K–$75K
$3,698
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$32,974
6 Years After Entry
$35,056
8 Years
$39,990
10 Years
0.18x
Debt-to-Earnings
46%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$32,974 6yr $35,056 8yr $39,990 10yr

Social Mobility

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

151.00%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
610.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2474.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$44,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.77
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 31%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,274
Diversity Index 0.67
First-Gen Students 55%

Top Programs

Humanities 38%
Health Professions 34%
Criminal Justice 9%
Business & Marketing 8%
Construction Trades 3%
Culinary & Personal Services 2%
Education 1%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 1%