North Florida College
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- NORTH FLORIDA COLLEGE is a member of the Florida College System and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. NFC is well known for its beautiful campus, supportive academic environment, and attention to student success. We invite you to visit our campus in Madison, Florida to find out why NFC is the right choice for you.
School Highlights
- North Florida College serves 1,243 students (33% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 38:1.
- Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 31%.
- North Florida College is the only community colleges within Madison County, FL.
- The nearest community college to North Florida College is Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (29.3 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five years.
| North Florida College | (FL) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 31 staff | 37 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 1,243 students | 1,142 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 40:1 | 38:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 411 students | 487 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 832 students | 655 students |
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| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
| % Hispanic | 5% | 24% |
| % Black | 23% | 17% |
| % White | 70% | 69% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.45 | 0.60 |
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| College Completion Rate | 42% | 59% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $26,900 | $30,300 |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 14 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Art Club, Gaming and Technology Club, Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Ladell Brothers Outdoor Environmental Center, Music Club, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Government Association (SGA), Young Engineers Club Arts and Music Programs: Community Theatre - Sentinel Upstage Players, Hardee Center for the Arts (Exhibits), Outdoor Public Art Collection/Program Recreational Athletic Programs: Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center (Fitness Center, Gymnasium), Intramural Sports |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
Whatever your path, NFC is a great place to learn.
North Florida College (NFC), located in Madison, Florida is a member of the Florida College System and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.
NFC is well known for its comfortable campus setting, supportive environment and attention to student success. NFC students enjoy comfortable class sizes, usually with 24 students or less, and access to state-of-the-art educational facilities and the latest technology. Personalized advising, financial aid opportunities, student support programs, tutoring, learning resources and an active Academic Success Center are all in place to help students succeed.
For those looking forward to a four-year degree, NFC is a great place to start. The state`s 2+2 articulation agreement guarantees students completing an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree at NFC the opportunity to enroll and earn a bachelor`s degree at a state university.
For those looking for a direct career path or career advancement, NFC`s Associate in Science (A.S.) degrees, Bachelor of Science in Nursing bridge program, and various certificate programs offer specialized training and career development, boasting high job placement rates following graduation. Many of NFC`s certificate programs can be completed in one year or less to earn state and national certifications.
Opportunities abound outside the classroom as well.
North Florida College (NFC), located in Madison, Florida is a member of the Florida College System and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.
NFC is well known for its comfortable campus setting, supportive environment and attention to student success. NFC students enjoy comfortable class sizes, usually with 24 students or less, and access to state-of-the-art educational facilities and the latest technology. Personalized advising, financial aid opportunities, student support programs, tutoring, learning resources and an active Academic Success Center are all in place to help students succeed.
For those looking forward to a four-year degree, NFC is a great place to start. The state`s 2+2 articulation agreement guarantees students completing an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree at NFC the opportunity to enroll and earn a bachelor`s degree at a state university.
For those looking for a direct career path or career advancement, NFC`s Associate in Science (A.S.) degrees, Bachelor of Science in Nursing bridge program, and various certificate programs offer specialized training and career development, boasting high job placement rates following graduation. Many of NFC`s certificate programs can be completed in one year or less to earn state and national certifications.
Opportunities abound outside the classroom as well.
- The Hardee Center for the Arts hosts monthly exhibits (fall/spring) and a walk across campus reveals NFC's impressive outdoor public art collection. Student art is also routinely featured in the Hardee Center and in NFC's Bacot Gallery.
- The Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center offers students a wonderful place to stay fit and healthy; community passes are also available.
- The NFC Artist Series presents live performances, ranging from classical to contemporary, at Van H. Priest Auditorium.
- NFC Community Theatre allows students and the community to audition and take the stage. Participants gain experience in acting, directing, lighting, set design and other areas of the theater.
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- The nearest community college to North Florida College is Wiregrass Georgia Technical College (29.3 miles away).
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