North Florida College

325 NW Turner Davis Dr
Madison, FL 32340
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North Florida College
  • 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 ClassificationAssociate of Arts CollegesBaccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Institution LevelAt least 2 yrs but < 4 yrsFour or more years
Institution ControlPublicPrivate, non-profit
Total Faculty31 staff37 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of North Florida College has grown by 5% over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 40:1 has stayed the same over five years.
  • The North Florida College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment1,243 students1,142 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio40:138:1
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# Full-Time Students411 students487 students
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# Part-Time Students832 students655 students
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
5%
24%
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% Black
23%
17%
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% White
70%
69%
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Diversity Score0.450.60
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College Completion Rate
42%
59%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$26,900$30,300
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Finances and Admission

  • The public in-state tuition of $3,084 is less than the state average of $6,464. The in-state tuition has grown by 16% over four years.
  • The public out-state tuition of $12,018 is more than the state average of $11,973. The out-state tuition has grown by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$3,084$6,464
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Out-State Tuition Fees$12,018$11,973
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Tuition NotesSubject to change.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid88%90%
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Median Debt for Graduates--
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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.
  • 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.
For more information, call (850) 973-2288, visit NFC.EDU or stop by the NFC campus at 325 NW Turner Davis Dr. in Madison, Florida.

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Quick Stats (2020-21)
  • Students: 1,243 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,084
  • Out-state tuition: $12,018
  • Student:teacher ratio: 40:1
  • Minority enrollment: 30%
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The average community college acceptance rate in Florida is 86%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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