Everest University-Melbourne (Closed 2024)

  • At Everest University-Melbourne, we have a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare you for a successful future. Our instructors, who before were professionals in their field, will share with you their past experiences to help give you valuable insight. Through their dedication, class projects and discussions come alive. Classes at our campus will give you hands-on training allowing you to excel in the area you wish to pursue. Our Melbourne Campus is situated at the heart of this historical landscape. Located on the shores of the Indian River in the south part of the county, this beautiful campus has a clear view of the barrier island that is home to the beachfront communities and Patrick Air Force Base.

School Highlights

Everest University-Melbourne served 392 students (75% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment was 49% of the student body (majority Black), which was less than the state average of 67%.

School Overview

Everest University-Melbourne
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
18 staff
188 staff
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Student Body

Total Enrollment
392 students
1,236 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
20:1
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# Full-Time Students
293 students
588 students
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# Part-Time Students
99 students
648 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
585 students
282 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
285 students
587 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
8 students
295 students
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Florida All Graduation Breakdown
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
832 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
58 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
n/a
5%
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% Hispanic
11%
31%
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% Black
30%
19%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Everest University-Melbourne and the percentage of Black community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
51%
33%
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% Hawaiian
1%
2%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Everest University-Melbourne and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.64
0.75
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.6266%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4334%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,800
$31,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Private State Tuition Fees
$14,940
$15,490
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
86%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$19,613
$10,250
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Everest University-Melbourne and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Florida by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,466
$6,250
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Everest University-Melbourne and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Florida by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
78%
70%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Everest University-Melbourne and the community college average percent admitted of Florida by year, with the latest 2010-11 school year data.
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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Everest University-Melbourne cost?
Everest University-Melbourne's private state tuition is approximately $14,940.
What is the acceptance rate of Everest University-Melbourne?
The acceptance rate of Everest University-Melbourne is 78%, which is higher than the state average of 70%.

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