Everest University-Melbourne
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(321)253-2929
- 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 serves 392 students (75% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is lower than the state community college average of 38:1.
- Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 31%.
- Everest University-Melbourne is one of 2 community colleges within Brevard County, FL.
- The nearest community college to Everest University-Melbourne is Eastern Florida State College (18.0 miles away).
Top Placements
Everest University-Melbourne places among the top 20% of community colleges in Florida for:
- Category Attribute
- School Resources Percent of students receiving financial aid
School Overview
- The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Everest University-Melbourne | (FL) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 18 staff | 37 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 392 students | 1,142 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 22:1 | 38:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 293 students | 487 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 99 students | 655 students |
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| # Undergraduate Students | 285 students | 487 students |
| # Graduate Students | 8 students | 30 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1% | - |
| % Asian | - | 2% |
| % Hispanic | 11% | 24% |
| % Black | 30% | 17% |
| % White | 51% | 69% |
| % Hawaiian | 1% | - |
| % Two or more races | 4% | 2% |
| % Non Resident races | - | 2% |
| % Unknown races | 2% | - |
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| Diversity Score | 0.64 | 0.60 |
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| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $26,800 | $30,300 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
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- The nearest community college to Everest University-Melbourne is Eastern Florida State College (18.0 miles away).
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