School Highlights
Meridian College serves 194 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 67%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Meridian College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Meridian College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
n/a
188 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Meridian College has grown by 7% over five years.
The Meridian College diversity score of 0.67 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
194 students
1,236 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
20:1
# Full-Time Students
194 students
588 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
648 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
282 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
194 students
587 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
295 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
832 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
58 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% Asian
29%
5%
% Hispanic
1%
31%
% Black
23%
19%
% White
1%
33%
% Hawaiian
44%
2%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
62%
63%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
74%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- -
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Meridian College?
The acceptance rate of Meridian College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
Who are famous alumni from Meridian College?
Meridian College famous alumni include: .
What is Meridian College's ranking?
Meridian College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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