Broward College Tuition, Demographics & Completion (2026)
Broward College is a public community college in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with about 24,922 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $14,506 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,830. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (38.3%) and Black or African American (34.2%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,830
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,506 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 24,922 36.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 39.13%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
- First-Generation Students: 48.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 31.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 47,409
- Room & Board: $19,500 annual estimate
Broward College: what the data shows
Common questions about Broward College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Broward College?
Broward College is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL (ZIP 33301).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Broward College public or private?
Broward College is a Public institution.
How much does Broward College cost?
Published tuition: $2,830 in-state, $8,952 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,506.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,467 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,278 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,098 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,937 |
| $110,001+ | $20,368 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $11,320.
How big is Broward College?
Total enrollment: 24,922 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 47,409 students.
About 36% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Broward College?
150%-time completion rate: 39.13%.
What do graduates of Broward College earn?
Median earnings: $33,772 six years after entry; $41,939 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,500.
40.15% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Broward College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (3,513 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (758 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (648 completions)
- Information Technology (539 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (437 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (273 completions)
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies (257 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (236 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (198 completions)
- Aviation/Airway Management and Operations (156 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Broward College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 39.13%; median earnings $41,939 at 10 years; net price $14,506. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,830
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Broward College was $2,830.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,506
2024 Value
In 2024 Broward College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,506.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$58,024 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,506 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$11,320 4-Year In-State Tuition
$35,808 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$19,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$3,004 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$25,334 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$101,336 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Broward College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
9.56% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Broward College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Broward College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,542 | $8,712 | $8,286 |
| 2014 | $2,542 | $8,664 | $11,193 |
| 2015 | $2,753 | $8,875 | $9,436 |
| 2016 | $2,753 | $8,875 | $9,118 |
| 2017 | $1,415 | $4,476 | $9,505 |
| 2018 | $2,830 | $8,952 | $8,783 |
| 2019 | $2,830 | $8,952 | $12,649 |
| 2020 | $2,830 | $8,952 | $12,351 |
| 2021 | $2,830 | $8,952 | $14,577 |
| 2022 | $2,830 | $8,952 | $13,440 |
| 2023 | $2,830 | $8,952 | $14,553 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Broward College reported total enrollment of about 24,922 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (38.3%), Black or African American (34.2%), and White (11.7%). About 40.15% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
36.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Broward College in 2024 is 24,922 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 47,409 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 38.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
39.13% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Broward College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 38% male / 62% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 36% male / 64% female
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 44% male / 56% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Broward College.
Return on Investment
$7,500 Median Student Debt
$41,939 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
17.88% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
622.79% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Broward College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 80 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 3,513 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 758 completions
3. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 648 completions
4. Information Technology: 539 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 437 completions
6. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 273 completions
7. Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies: 257 completions
8. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 236 completions
9. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 198 completions
Most popular programs at Broward College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Broward College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Broward College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 31.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,877
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,883
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Broward College is a public institution located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. Enrollment is approximately 24,922 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (38.3%), Black or African American (34.2%), White (11.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 39.13%. Approximately 40.15% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Larger Programs
Location
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 39.13% graduation rate at Broward College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 80 distinct degree programs, Broward College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Broward College located?
Broward College is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
How much does Broward College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,830 and average net price is $14,506 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $19,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Broward College?
Broward College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 47,409 students, Hispanic or Latino (38.3%), Black or African American (34.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Broward College?
About 48.7% of students at Broward College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Broward College earn?
Median earnings are $33,772 six years after entry and $41,939 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Broward College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 39.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Broward College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,500.
Is Broward College public or private?
Broward College is a public institution located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Is Broward College an HBCU?
No. Broward College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Broward College a tribal college?
No. Broward College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Broward College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Broward College reports 38.3% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Broward College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Broward College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Florida college costs
- Florida colleges by ROI
- Florida trade schools profile
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Florida
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.