South Florida State College
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 more than the state average of 31%.
- South Florida State College is the only community colleges within Highlands County, FL.
- The nearest community college to South Florida State College is Polk State College (34.2 miles away).
Top Placements
South Florida State College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Florida for:
- Category Attribute
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| South Florida State College | (FL) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 95 staff | 37 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 2,780 students | 1,142 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 | 655 students |
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| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
| % Hispanic | 29% | 24% |
| % Black | 10% | 17% |
| % White | 56% | 69% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
| % Non Resident races | 1% | 2% |
| % Unknown races | 1% | - |
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| Diversity Score | 0.59 | 0.60 |
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| College Completion Rate | 38% | 57% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $29,600 | $30,300 |
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
- The nearest community college to South Florida State College is Polk State College (34.2 miles away).
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