- St. Johns River Community College is dedicated to providing students with equal access to a broad spectrum of educational and cultural opportunities while encouraging the pursuit of truth, academic excellence, and scholarly achievement. The College is committed to creating and continuously improving affordable, accessible, effective learning opportunities, resources, and support services for the ever-changing educational needs of the diverse population it serves.
School Highlights
Saint Johns River State College serves 7,927 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 67%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 7,927 students
- In-state tuition: $2,998
- Out-state tuition: $10,668
- Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
- Minority enrollment: 38%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Saint Johns River State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 207 teachers has declined by 56% over five years.
Saint Johns River State College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
207 staff
39 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
16
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Saint Johns River State College has grown by 16% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Saint Johns River State College diversity score of 0.58 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,927 students
1,014 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
2,142 students
559 students
# Part-Time Students
5,785 students
455 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
433 students
386 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,142 students
552 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
348 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,785 students
553 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
85 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
14%
32%
% Black
11%
20%
% White
62%
33%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
4%
5%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
35%
44%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
43%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,800
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,998 is less than the state average of $4,712. The in-state tuition has grown by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,668 is less than the state average of $11,524. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,998
$4,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,668
$11,524
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
47%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,375
$10,286
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,026
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
SAT Reading
n/a
487
SAT Math
n/a
473
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
21
ACT Math
n/a
19
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Florida School of the Arts, Florida's first state-supported professional arts school, was established in 1974 and is dedicated to the premise that intense, individualized instruction and practical "hands-on" experience are essential to the full development of a student's creative abilities. Florida School of the Arts or "FloArts," as referred to by students and local supporters, has a 600-seat auditorium, a studio theater and a fine art gallery. A print shop, dark room and state-of-the-art computer lab is also available to students. Enrollment is limited to 150 students. Admission to Florida School of the Arts is based on audition/portfolio review and an interview. FloArts is located on the Palatka Campus and is part of the academic and administrative structure of St. Johns River Community College. FloArts is statewide in scope, and has its own arts facility, faculty, administrative staff, mission statement, and curricula specific to each degree program. St. Johns River 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 Saint Johns River State College cost?
Saint Johns River State College's tuition is approximately $2,998 for In-State students and $10,668 for Out-State students.
What is Saint Johns River State College's ranking?
Saint Johns River State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Largest student body.
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