- The mission of St. Petersburg College is to provide accessible, open door, learner-centered education for students pursuing associate degrees, limited four year degrees, technical education, and continuing education within Pinellas County and globally, in program areas where the college has special expertise. As a comprehensive multi-campus state college, SPC seeks to be a creative leader and partner with students, communities and other educational institutions to deliver enriched learning experiences and to promote economic development.
School Highlights
St Petersburg College serves 26,430 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 59%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 26,430 students
- In-state tuition: $3,292
- Out-state tuition: $11,524
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
St Petersburg College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,795 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
St Petersburg College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
1,795 staff
139 staff
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Student Body
The student population of St Petersburg College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The St Petersburg College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
26,430 students
2,862 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
8,152 students
862 students
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# Part-Time Students
18,278 students
2,000 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
187 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
8,152 students
862 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,761 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
34 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% Asian
4%
3%
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% Hispanic
14%
29%
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% Black
10%
16%
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% White
66%
41%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
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% Non Resident races
1%
3%
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% Unknown races
2%
5%
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Diversity Score
0.53
0.72
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
64%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
13.72%
3.57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,300
$31,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,292 is less than the state average of $3,893. The in-state tuition has grown by 22% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,524 is more than the state average of $10,705. The out-state tuition has grown by 24% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,292
$3,893
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,524
$10,705
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$17,443
$9,750
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,113
$5,500
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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
- The mission of St. Petersburg College is to provide accessible, open door, learner-centered education for students pursuing associate degrees, limited four year degrees, technical education, and continuing education within Pinellas County and globally, in program areas where the college has special expertise. As a comprehensive multi-campus state college, SPC seeks to be a creative leader and partner with students, communities and other educational institutions to deliver enriched learning experiences and to promote economic development. St. Petersburg College is located in St. Petersburg, Florida, in the heart of the Tampa Bay area. The city of St. Petersburg is bordered by 234 miles of shoreline, surrounded by water on three sides - Tampa Bay to the east and south and the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico to the west. Between its shores, the city has over 130 parks, outstanding recreational facilities, dynamic historical neighborhoods, reputable schools, and thriving small, mid-size and large businesses providing a healthy, fast-growing economy for its residents. The College fulfills its mission led by an outstanding, diverse faculty and staff, and enhanced by advanced technology, distance learning, international education, innovative teaching techniques, an outstanding library and other information resources, continuous institutional self-evaluation, a climate for student success and an enduring commitment to excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St Petersburg College cost?
St Petersburg College's tuition is approximately $3,292 for In-State students and $11,524 for Out-State students.
What is St Petersburg College's ranking?
St Petersburg College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Largest student body.
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