- Valencia is a publicly supported, comprehensive community college that continually identifies and addresses the changing learning needs of the communities it serves.
School Highlights
Valencia College serves 59,674 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 67%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 59,674 students
- In-state tuition: $2,474
- Out-state tuition: $9,383
- Acceptance Rate: 45%
- Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
- Minority enrollment: 75%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Valencia College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Selectivity
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 2,731 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Valencia College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
2,731 staff
188 staff
Student Body
The student population of Valencia College has grown by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 17:1 over five years.
The Valencia College diversity score of 0.73 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
59,674 students
1,236 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
25,049 students
588 students
# Part-Time Students
34,625 students
648 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
596 students
282 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
25,049 students
587 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
295 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
832 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
58 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
5%
5%
% Hispanic
41%
31%
% Black
17%
19%
% White
25%
33%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
6%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
46%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
45%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,100
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,474 is less than the state average of $4,761. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,383 is less than the state average of $11,352. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,474
$4,761
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,383
$11,352
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,250
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
45%
94%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Since our founding in 1967, Valencia Community College has been "about" one thing: helping students become as successful as possible in their classes, careers and lives. And from this premise, we have grown to become a multi-campus college serving over 52,000 students a year. We've also evolved into a valuable community partner offering excellent workforce training and economic development. From those humble beginnings, Valencia has become an innovative leader in higher education with a national reputation for teaching excellence. With four campuses and two centers in the Orlando area, Valencia is now the third largest of Florida's 28 community colleges, teaching more than 50,000 students a year. To better meet the needs of our students, Valencia opened the East Campus in 1975, the Osceola Campus in 1997 and the Winter Park Campus in 1998. Yet we never lost sight of our original goals. Armed with practical knowledge, Valencia's faculty and staff put their energies into a "learning-centered" philosophy that emphasizes individual student success. In an ongoing effort to be responsive to the business community, Valencia builds relationships with high schools, universities and corporate partners to strengthen academic scholarship and economic development. Valencia has hundreds of corporate education/training partnerships, including those with Florida Hospital, Lockheed Martin, NationsBank, Sea World, SmithKline/Beecham, and Universal Studios. The National Alliance of Business named Valencia "National Community College of the Year" in 1998 for its "effective and innovative leadership" in meeting the workforce needs of business and industry. The recognition is considered one of the country's most prestigious higher education awards. Valencia Foundation's mission is to enhance learning, workforce training and economic development in Central Florida through the support of scholarships, teaching chairs, programs and buildings for Valencia Community College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Valencia College cost?
Valencia College's tuition is approximately $2,474 for In-State students and $9,383 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Valencia College?
The acceptance rate of Valencia College is 45%, which is lower than the state average of 94%. Valencia College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Florida with low acceptance rates.
What is Valencia College's ranking?
Valencia College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest acceptance rates, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Valencia College located?
Valencia College is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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