- The mission of Everglades University is to provide quality education to adult learners of diverse backgrounds in a collaborative environment where each individual has the opportunity to achieve personal growth. The University seeks to accomplish its mission by combining small class sizes and innovative programs with traditional academic values. The University supports the academic endeavor through research, scholarly contribution, and service, to deliver graduate and undergraduate programs both on campus and online. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
School Highlights
Everglades University serves 2,624 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 2,624 students
- Private-state tuition: $20,000
- Acceptance Rate: 86%
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 55%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Everglades University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 290 teachers has grown by 111% over five years.
Everglades University
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
4 or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private, non-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
290 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Everglades University has grown by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Everglades University diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,624 students
2,862 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
2,624 students
862 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
2,000 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
106 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,246 students
862 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
378 students
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,761 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
34 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
19%
29%
% Black
19%
16%
% White
45%
41%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
11%
5%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.72
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)
3.14%
3.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$47,500
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $20,000 is more than the state average of $16,548. The private state tuition has grown by 39% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$20,000
$16,548
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$40,625
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
86%
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)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Everglades University cost?
Everglades University's private state tuition is approximately $20,000.
What is the acceptance rate of Everglades University?
The acceptance rate of Everglades University is 86%, which is lower than the state average of 91%.
What is Everglades University's ranking?
Everglades University ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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