Chipola College

3094 Indian Circle
Marianna, FL 32446
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Chipola is a comprehensive public college whose mission is to provide accessible, affordable, quality educational opportunities to the residents of Calhoun, Holmes, Jackson, Liberty and Washington counties and to all others who choose to attend. The college creates a student-oriented atmosphere of educational excellence and maintains an intellectual environment which inspires the full development of each individual’s goals, abilities, and interests. Because there is no substitute for quality instruction, the college empowers faculty members to establish and achieve the highest possible standards. The college also promotes a strong working relationship with communities, businesses, state agencies, and other educational institutions.

School Highlights

Chipola College serves 1,943 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 59%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,943 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,120
  • Out-state tuition: $8,950
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Chipola College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 188 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Chipola College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
188 staff
139 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Chipola College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Chipola College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,943 students
2,862 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
733 students
862 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,210 students
2,000 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
139 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
733 students
862 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,210 students
2,761 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
34 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
99 students
174 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
3%
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% Hispanic
3%
29%
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% Black
20%
16%
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% White
71%
41%
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% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Non Resident races
1%
3%
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% Unknown races
1%
5%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in FL.
Diversity Score
0.45
0.72
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
64%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.27%
3.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,200
$31,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,120 is less than the state average of $3,893. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,950 is less than the state average of $10,705. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,120
$3,893
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,950
$10,705
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$4,500
$10,250
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Chipola College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in FL by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,325
$6,250
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
91%
SAT Reading
n/a
442
SAT Math
n/a
429
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Chipola Junior College was founded in 1947 and operated for one year as a private educational institution. Chipola Junior College entered in a new stage when it officially became Chipola College on August 18, 2003. The name had to be changed because from this time forward Chipola is offering 4 year degrees in Science and Math. The majority of students who attend Chipola College are natives of the five-county district served by the college. Thus, most students are from a rural or small town background. Marianna, with a population of about 10,000, is the largest city in the district. The population of the entire district is less than 94,000. Most regional students commute to the campus. Most out-of-state and foreign students live in Chipola's Residence Hall. Chipola College offers Baccalaureate (four year) degree programs in Secondary or Middle School Education. Chipola College's Math and Science Education degrees prepare students to teach mathematics and/or science in middle and/or high school. Graduates of these programs will be certified to teach either mathematics and/or science in Florida middle or high school. Our Workforce Development programs offer associate degrees and certifications in several fields in addition to offering worker retraining and employee development for area employers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chipola College cost?
Chipola College's tuition is approximately $3,120 for In-State students and $8,950 for Out-State students.
What is Chipola College's ranking?
Chipola College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,943 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,120
  • Out-state tuition: $8,950
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Florida public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,893 per year for in-state students and $10,705 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,548 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Florida is 90%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Florida community colleges have a diversity score of 0.72, which is higher than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Florida is Miami Ad School. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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