- Florida State College at Jacksonville provides high value, relevant life-long education that enhances the intellectual, social, cultural and economic development of our diverse community.
School Highlights
Florida State College at Jacksonville serves 23,556 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 67%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 23,556 students
- In-state tuition: $2,830
- Out-state tuition: $9,944
- Student-teacher ratio: 47:1
- Minority enrollment: 57%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Florida State College at Jacksonville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 505 teachers has declined by 23% over five years.
Florida State College at Jacksonville
(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 not-for-profit
Year Founded
1965
Total Faculty
505 staff
39 staff
AccreditationAccred.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Student Body
The student population of Florida State College at Jacksonville has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 47:1 has increased from 35:1 over five years.
The Florida State College at Jacksonville diversity score of 0.72 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
23,556 students
1,014 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
47:1
31:1
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Full-Time Students
7,051 students
559 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
16,505 students
455 students
Showing 2012–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Enrollment Undergraduate
23,556 students
661 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
7,051 students
552 students
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
16,505 students
482 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
58 students
174 students
% Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Black
28%
20%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% White
43%
33%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
% Two or more races
11%
4%
% Non Resident races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.74
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2007)
30%
50%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
37%
45%
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2022-2023, in 2024 dollars)
$45,388
$42,146
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,830 is less than the state average of $3,280. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,944 is less than the state average of $10,578. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,830
$3,280
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,944
$10,578
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
71%
85%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,058
$10,286
Showing 2010–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Sports
School Mascot
Manta Ray
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The mission of Florida Community College is represented by three waves. One wave represents the Liberal Arts Transfer function students planning to finish a four-year degree after completing freshman and sophomore years at Florida Community College. A second wave stands for Workforce Preparation and Advancement, helping students learn specific skills for specific jobs in our community. The third wave is Community Service, a wide range of classes and services that help our community grow and meet its cultural needs. As these three waves are pulled together by our solid base of dedicated professionals, they form a tetrahedron, one of nature's strongest shapes. The dynamic of the three waves touching each other at the peak of the pyramid allows for easy transfer of energy from one wave to the next, one mission path to the next. Throughout the lifetime of each resident of Northeast Florida, all three waves may come into play, helping to begin a career, advancing a career by teaching new skills or teaching a skill that enhances leisure time or retirement. Florida Community College campuses or centers are located throughout Duval and Nassau counties, offering courses during the day, evening and weekends. Every campus offers adult studies programs (adult high school, GED and adult basic education) as well as the courses required to earn an associate in arts degree for university transfer. But beyond that, each campus has its own specialties, nuances and attributes that make each a little different than the others. Students may choose to attend one or more campuses/centers of their choice, but keep in mind that the core courses for many associate in science and certificate programs are available only at specific locations. Downtown Campus is just a few blocks from The Jacksonville Landing, the heart of urban Jacksonville. The campus, which opened in 1977, is located at 101 W. State St. between Main and Jefferson streets. At Downtown Campus, special emphasis is placed on college credit, continuing education and occupational skills training programs. The campus includes classrooms and laboratories for instruction in such programs as building trades, engineering technology, automotive technology, electrical and metal trades, and English as a second language. Downtown Campus reaches out to many different segments of the community through programs for widowed persons, senior adults, displaced homemakers and visually impaired adults. Major adult basic education, adult high school and GED offerings are available too. The Business and Industry Outreach program offers customized training programs on campus and in-house to local employers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Florida State College at Jacksonville cost?
Florida State College at Jacksonville's tuition is approximately $2,830 for In-State students and $9,944 for Out-State students.
What is Florida State College at Jacksonville's ranking?
Florida State College at Jacksonville ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Florida State College at Jacksonville located?
Florida State College at Jacksonville is located in the Urban Core neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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