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St Petersburg College

Public St. Petersburg, FL · Urban · Southeast · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
38%
Graduation Rate
$42,557
Earnings (10yr)
$1,471
Net Price
18,950
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Overview

St. Petersburg College serves nearly 19,950 students, making it a significant player in Florida's higher education landscape. With a net price of just $1,471, it stands out as an affordable option for students seeking a college education without excessive financial burden.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, specific metrics on mobility and economic connectedness are not publicly available for St. Petersburg College. However, the graduation rate sits at 38%, suggesting that while many students may start their journey here, a substantial number do not complete their degrees, which could impact long-term outcomes and mobility.

Students thrive in programs like Humanities, Health Professions, and Computer Science & IT, with graduates earning a median income of $42,557 ten years after enrollment. The median debt of $16,868 is manageable for many, especially considering the significant percentage of students receiving Pell Grants (33%). This college is ideal for those looking for cost-effective education in a supportive environment, particularly in fields with strong job prospects.

Rankings

How St Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation38%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$1KMedian Debt$17KPell Grant Rate33%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$-1K$0-30K$1K$30-48K$4K$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%1520.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1109.8%MOBILITY168.79%

Cost & Financial Aid

$2,682
In-State Tuition
$9,286
Out-of-State
$1,471
Avg Net Price
$16,868
Median Debt
33%
Pell Grant Rate
16%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$-716
Family Income $0–$30K
$677
Family Income $30K–$48K
$4,005
Family Income $48K–$75K
$11,943
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$36,498
6 Years After Entry
$39,154
8 Years
$42,557
10 Years
0.4x
Debt-to-Earnings
56%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$36,498 6yr $39,154 8yr $42,557 10yr

Social Mobility

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

168.79%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1109.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1520.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$60,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.86
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.07
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 25%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,038
Diversity Index 0.66
First-Gen Students 44%

Top Programs

Humanities 44%
Health Professions 15%
Computer Science & IT 14%
Business & Marketing 9%
Criminal Justice 6%
Education 3%
Legal Studies 1%
Visual & Performing Arts 1%