Gulf Coast State College
- At Gulf Coast Community College, a comprehensive public institution, we provide high quality, affordable educational, training, and enrichment programs. We serve primarily the residents of Florida’s Bay, Gulf, and Franklin counties.
School Highlights
Gulf Coast State College serves 4,410 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 4,410 students
- In-state tuition: $2,765
- Out-state tuition: $10,072
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Gulf Coast State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 427 teachers has grown by 151% over five years.
Gulf Coast State College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
427 staff
128 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Gulf Coast State College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Gulf Coast State College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,410 students
1,232 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,649 students
862 students
# Part-Time Students
2,761 students
2,000 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
315 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,649 students
862 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,761 students
2,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
34 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
29%
% Black
10%
16%
% White
73%
41%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
44%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
3.57%
3.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,765 is less than the state average of $3,280. The in-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,072 is less than the state average of $10,578. The out-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,765
$3,280
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,072
$10,578
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,700
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
86%
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) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Gulf Coast State College provides a first-class education with an emphasis on success. With some of the lowest tuition rates in Florida, Gulf Coast offers over 150 programs focused on quality and practicality.The College offers four bachelor’s degrees in Digital Media, Technology Management, Nursing and Organizational Management with specializations in Entrepreneurship, Health Services Administration and Emergency Services Administration. Our students may pursue an Associate in Arts degree with 75 different transfer-tracks, workforce specific Associate in Science degrees and technical certifications, including the Educator Preparation Institute.We serve students in traditional classes, online courses, Corporate College and professional training courses with classes at convenient times and in multiple locations. In addition to the main campus in Panama City, the College holds classes at Tyndall Air Force Base, the North Bay Campus in Southport and the Gulf/Franklin Campus in Port St. Joe. The College is also recognized as one of the top-tier military friendly colleges in the country, providing a supportive environment for active duty, reservist and dependents as well as veterans. Our goal at Gulf Coast State College is simple – to offer the highest quality, accessible and affordable education and training. Our students really start here and go anywhere!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gulf Coast State College cost?
Gulf Coast State College's tuition is approximately $2,765 for In-State students and $10,072 for Out-State students.
What is Gulf Coast State College's ranking?
Gulf Coast State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.
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