School Highlights
Pasco-Hernando State College serves 9,886 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 9,886 students
- In-state tuition: $3,095
- Out-state tuition: $11,792
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 35%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 611 teachers has grown by 182% over five years.
Pasco-Hernando 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
611 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pasco-Hernando State College has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five years.
The Pasco-Hernando State College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,886 students
2,862 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
3,725 students
862 students
# Part-Time Students
6,161 students
2,000 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
770 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,725 students
862 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,161 students
2,761 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
34 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
20%
29%
% Black
5%
16%
% White
65%
41%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
36%
56%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
10.15%
3.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,000
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,095 is less than the state average of $3,893. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,792 is more than the state average of $10,705. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,095
$3,893
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,792
$10,705
Tuition Notes
Proof of 1 year res
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,286
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
91%
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
- As Florida's newest community college, Pasco-Hernando Community College combines high tech educational facilities and state-of-the-art programs with an old-fashioned focus on teaching. With campuses located in tree-lined, intimate, rural settings, PHCC provides all the advantages of a private liberal arts education' personalized attention, highly credentialed faculty, an honors program for the academically gifted and small class sizes ' all at an affordable public community college price. Our AA degree program gives students a solid foundation in the arts and sciences with a choice of major emphasis in teaching, business, engineering and the social and behavioral sciences. Our AA degree even comes with a guarantee: guaranteed admission into one of Florida's 11 public universities as a junior. PHCC also provides training for more than 30 high-demand careers in healthcare, law, business, and human services through its AS and certificate programs. Our technical programs are designed and taught by experts in their field using the latest equipment and technology. These fields include business, computer engineering, healthcare, human services and law. PHCC programs can be completed in two years or less. Ninety percent of all PHCC graduates end up working in their chosen professions. At PHCC, we offer educational opportunity for students of all ages and abilities. Our 'Open Door' policy welcomes all high school graduates and GED recipients. PHCC also offers GED preparation classes to prepare students to test for the GED diploma. Because PHCC is a public-supported state institution, its fees are generally lower than many other colleges and universities. Approximately 60 percent of all PHCC students receive some form of financial assistance based on financial need and/or merit. PHCC offers day, evening, weekend and online classes for the convenience of working adults. We have four nearby locations to serve you in Brooksville, Dade City, New Port Richey and Spring Hill. Pasco-Hernando Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate Degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pasco-Hernando State College cost?
Pasco-Hernando State College's tuition is approximately $3,095 for In-State students and $11,792 for Out-State students.
What schools are Pasco-Hernando State College often compared to?
Pasco-Hernando State Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough Community College by visitors of our site.
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