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 2,710 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 2,710 students
In-state tuition: $3,175
Out-state tuition: $11,869
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 56%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 315 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of South Florida State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The South Florida State College diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,710 students
2,862 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,056 students
862 students
# Part-Time Students
1,654 students
2,000 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
192 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,056 students
862 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,654 students
2,761 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
34 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
38%
29%
% Black
10%
16%
% White
44%
41%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.72
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
50%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.26%
3.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,600
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,175 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 $11,869 is more than the state average of $10,705. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,175
$3,893
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,869
$10,705
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,377
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,001
$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 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
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 2,710 students
In-state tuition: $3,175
Out-state tuition: $11,869
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 56%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Florida public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,893 per year for in-state students and $10,705 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,641 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
