Eastern Florida State College

3865 North Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Brevard Community College is committed to engaging our diverse population in quality, accessible learning opportunities which successfully meet individual and community needs.

School Highlights

Eastern Florida State College serves 14,053 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 67%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 14,053 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,496
  • Out-state tuition: $9,739
  • Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
  • Minority enrollment: 42%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 363 teachers has declined by 65% over five years.
Eastern Florida State College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
363 staff
39 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Eastern Florida State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Eastern Florida State College diversity score of 0.61 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
14,053 students
665 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
4,685 students
559 students
# Part-Time Students
9,368 students
455 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
14,053 students
661 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,685 students
552 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,368 students
482 students
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
18%
32%
% Black
12%
20%
% White
58%
33%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
42%
57%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
51%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,400
$31,500

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,496 is less than the state average of $4,712. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,739 is less than the state average of $11,524. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,496
$4,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,739
$11,524
Tuition Notes
$104.00 per hour for Florida Residents (A.A./A.S. Degrees)
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
71%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$10,286
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,181
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Situated on Florida's Space Coast, BCC has four integrated campuses – in Cocoa, Melbourne, Palm Bay and Titusville – an aerospace program at the Kennedy Space Center and a Virtual campus. BCC's diverse 25,000+ student body is made up of high school graduates, business professionals, retirees and everyday people who are university-bound, seeking new career paths or simply following a love of learning. Brevard Community College offers a variety of degree and certificate programs designed to help you transfer to a four-year college or go directly into the workforce. Also, we offer many non-credit courses for students who simply wish to upgrade their skills. BCC serves almost half of the county's residents with educational programs and cultural, sporting, and entertainment events. BCC has a rich athletic tradition, with nine National Junior College Athletic Association titles, 25 conference championships, and 21 Florida Community College Athletics Association titles. BCC is a member of the Suncoast Conference of the FCCAA. BCC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Located on the Cocoa Campus are three of the world's most technologically advanced facilities: The Astronaut Memorial Planetarium, the BCC/UCF Joint Use Library, and the Florida Solar Energy Center. Together these facilities comprise the main components of the Florida Circle of Science and Technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Eastern Florida State College cost?
Eastern Florida State College's tuition is approximately $2,496 for In-State students and $9,739 for Out-State students.
What is Eastern Florida State College's ranking?
Eastern Florida State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 14,053 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,496
  • Out-state tuition: $9,739
  • Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
  • Minority enrollment: 42%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Florida public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,712 per year for in-state students and $11,524 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,502 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Florida is 76%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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