- Valencia is a publicly supported, comprehensive community college that continually identifies and addresses the changing learning needs of the communities it serves.
School Highlights
Valencia College serves 47,425 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 67%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 47,425 students
- In-state tuition: $2,474
- Out-state tuition: $9,383
- Acceptance Rate: 45%
- Student-teacher ratio: 42:1
- Minority enrollment: 76%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Valencia College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Selectivity
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,127 teachers has declined by 58% over five years.
Valencia College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
1,127 staff
39 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
16
Student Body
The student population of Valencia College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 42:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The Valencia College diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
47,425 students
1,014 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
18,452 students
559 students
# Part-Time Students
28,973 students
455 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
336 students
386 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
18,452 students
552 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
348 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
28,973 students
553 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
85 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
42%
32%
% Black
17%
20%
% White
24%
33%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
6%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
46%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
45%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,100
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,474 is less than the state average of $4,712. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,383 is less than the state average of $11,524. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,474
$4,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,383
$11,524
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,250
$10,286
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
45%
90%
SAT Reading
n/a
487
SAT Math
n/a
473
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
19
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Since our founding in 1967, Valencia Community College has been "about" one thing: helping students become as successful as possible in their classes, careers and lives. And from this premise, we have grown to become a multi-campus college serving over 52,000 students a year. We've also evolved into a valuable community partner offering excellent workforce training and economic development. From those humble beginnings, Valencia has become an innovative leader in higher education with a national reputation for teaching excellence. With four campuses and two centers in the Orlando area, Valencia is now the third largest of Florida's 28 community colleges, teaching more than 50,000 students a year. To better meet the needs of our students, Valencia opened the East Campus in 1975, the Osceola Campus in 1997 and the Winter Park Campus in 1998. Yet we never lost sight of our original goals. Armed with practical knowledge, Valencia's faculty and staff put their energies into a "learning-centered" philosophy that emphasizes individual student success. In an ongoing effort to be responsive to the business community, Valencia builds relationships with high schools, universities and corporate partners to strengthen academic scholarship and economic development. Valencia has hundreds of corporate education/training partnerships, including those with Florida Hospital, Lockheed Martin, NationsBank, Sea World, SmithKline/Beecham, and Universal Studios. The National Alliance of Business named Valencia "National Community College of the Year" in 1998 for its "effective and innovative leadership" in meeting the workforce needs of business and industry. The recognition is considered one of the country's most prestigious higher education awards. Valencia Foundation's mission is to enhance learning, workforce training and economic development in Central Florida through the support of scholarships, teaching chairs, programs and buildings for Valencia Community College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Valencia College cost?
Valencia College's tuition is approximately $2,474 for In-State students and $9,383 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Valencia College?
The acceptance rate of Valencia College is 45%, which is lower than the state average of 90%. Valencia College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Florida with low acceptance rates.
What is Valencia College's ranking?
Valencia College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest acceptance rates, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Valencia College located?
Valencia College is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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