Tel:
(863)453-6661
- South Florida Community College’s 228-acre main Highlands Campus is located in Highlands County, Florida with 3 additional satellite campuses located throughout South Central Florida. At SFCC, we offer a multitude of quality and unique programs.
School Highlights
- South Florida State College serves 2,780 students (34% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is lower than the state community college average of 38:1.
- Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 54%.
- South Florida State College is the only community colleges within Highlands County, FL.
- The nearest community college is Polk State College (34.20 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 23% over five years.
| South Florida State College | (FL) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Pivate, for profit |
| Total Faculty | 95 staff | 31 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 2,780 students | 944 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 29:1 | 38:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 958 students | 487 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 1,822 students | 457 students |
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| % Asian | 1%
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2%
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| % Hispanic | 29%
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24%
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| % Black | 10%
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17%
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| % White | 56%
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46%
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| % Two or more races | 1%
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2%
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| % Non Resident races | 1%
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2%
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| % Unknown races | 1%
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7%
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| Diversity ScoreThe chance that two students selected at random would be members of a different ethnic group. Scored from 0 to 1, a diversity score closer to 1 indicates a more diverse student body. | 0.59 | 0.70 |
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| College Completion Rate | 38%
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59%
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| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $29,600 | $30,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- South Florida Community College takes a learner-centered approach to provide the highest quality academic programs and services. SFCC students may participate in a variety of college clubs and organizations, cultural events, games, intercollegiate athletics, and other programs. Many of these activities are supported by student activity fees. Students are encouraged to participate in the College's decision-making processes through active involvement in various College committees. SFCC was established in 1965 by the Florida Legislature to serve the educational needs of Highlands and Hardee counties. The College began operation in August 1966 in temporary facilities provided at no cost to the State by public-spirited citizens of the City of Avon Park. The facilities were renovated, air conditioned, and partly furnished through the voluntary contributions of many interested individuals and organizations in both Highlands and Hardee counties and by the municipalities of Avon Park, Bowling Green, Lake Placid, and Sebring. Today, SFCC serves over 19,000 residents of Highlands, Hardee, and DeSoto counties. Students graduating with associate in arts degrees can concentrate in more than 60 fields of study. Students can earn an associate in science, an associate in applied sciences, or college credit or occupational certificates. In 1992, SFCC became one of the first community colleges in Florida to offer bachelor's degree programs through partnerships with public and private universities. It now offers 13 bachelor's degree programs and three master's degree programs through eight colleges and universities. Residents can now receive advising and classroom instruction without having to drive long distances or move away from the tri-county area
Nearby Schools
- College Location Mi. Students
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Polk State CollegePublic14,276 students | 34.20 Mi999 Avenue H NE
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863)297-1000 34.2014,276 -
Everest University-LakelandPivate, for profit367 students | 42.90 Mi995 E Memorial Blvd Suite110
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863)686-1444 42.90367 -
Everest University-BrandonPivate, for profit2,460 students | 58.80 Mi3924 Coconut Palm Dr
Tampa, FL 33619
(813)621-0041 58.802,460 -
Florida College of Natural Health-BradentonPivate, for profit143 students | 59.60 Mi616 67th Street Circle East
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941)744-1244 59.60143 -
Everest University-South OrlandoPivate, for profit22,535 students | 60.00 Mi9200 Soutpark Center Loop
Orlando, FL 32819
(407)851-2525 60.0022,535
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