Pensacola State College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Pensacola State College is a public community college in Pensacola, Florida, serving roughly 7,538 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,957 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,361. Student demographics in federal data include White (55.6%) and Black or African American (21.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,361
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,957 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 7,538 47.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 36.42%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
- First-Generation Students: 49.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 0.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 5.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 38.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 13,063
- Room & Board: $17,556 annual estimate
Pensacola State College: what the data shows
Common questions about Pensacola State College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pensacola State College?
Pensacola State College is located in Pensacola, FL (ZIP 32504-8998).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Pensacola State College public or private?
Pensacola State College is a Public institution.
How much does Pensacola State College cost?
Published tuition: $2,361 in-state, $9,460 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,957.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,533 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,286 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,678 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,978 |
| $110,001+ | $11,594 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $9,444.
How big is Pensacola State College?
Total enrollment: 7,538 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 13,063 students.
About 47% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pensacola State College?
150%-time completion rate: 36.42%.
What do graduates of Pensacola State College earn?
Median earnings: $32,495 six years after entry; $36,739 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,500.
38.86% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pensacola State College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (831 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (222 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (126 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (120 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (88 completions)
- Computer Graphics (68 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (65 completions)
- Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist (64 completions)
- Real Estate Development (61 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (55 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pensacola State College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 36.42%; median earnings $36,739 at 10 years; net price $3,957. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,361
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pensacola State College was $2,361.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,957
2024 Value
In 2024 Pensacola State College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,957.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,828 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,957 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$9,444 4-Year In-State Tuition
$37,840 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$17,556 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,717 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$86,868 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Pensacola State College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
8.30% 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 Pensacola State 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 Pensacola State 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 | $2,704 | $10,875 | $7,904 |
| 2014 | $2,704 | $10,875 | $7,359 |
| 2015 | $2,704 | $10,875 | $6,593 |
| 2016 | $2,704 | $10,875 | $4,792 |
| 2017 | $2,704 | $10,875 | $5,238 |
| 2018 | $2,704 | $10,875 | $3,542 |
| 2019 | $2,364 | $9,471 | $3,110 |
| 2020 | $2,364 | $9,470 | $3,062 |
| 2021 | $2,367 | $9,482 | $2,918 |
| 2022 | $2,365 | $9,475 | $2,383 |
| 2023 | $2,348 | $9,407 | $2,254 |
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
Pensacola State College reported total enrollment of about 7,538 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (55.6%), Black or African American (21.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (10.0%). About 38.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
47.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pensacola State College in 2024 is 7,538 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,063 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 White at 55.6%.
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
36.42% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Pensacola State 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: 35% male / 65% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 15% male / 85% female
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 38% male / 62% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pensacola State College.
Return on Investment
$7,500 Median Student Debt
$36,739 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
20.41% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2221.14% Return on Investment
2.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Pensacola State College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 65 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 831 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 222 completions
3. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 126 completions
4. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 120 completions
5. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 88 completions
6. Computer Graphics: 68 completions
7. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 65 completions
8. Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist: 64 completions
9. Real Estate Development: 61 completions
Most popular programs at Pensacola State College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pensacola State College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Pensacola State College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 38.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,995
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,812
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Pensacola State College is a public institution located in Pensacola, FL, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other. Enrollment is approximately 7,538 students. Student body composition includes White (55.6%), Black or African American (21.7%), Hispanic or Latino (10.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 36.42%. Approximately 38.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
Location
Pensacola, FL 32504-8998
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 36.42% graduation rate at Pensacola State 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 65 distinct degree programs, Pensacola State 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 Pensacola State College located?
Pensacola State College is located in Pensacola, FL.
How much does Pensacola State College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,361 and average net price is $3,957 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $17,556 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Pensacola State College?
Pensacola State College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 13,063 students, White (55.6%), Black or African American (21.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Pensacola State College?
About 49.4% of students at Pensacola State College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Pensacola State College earn?
Median earnings are $32,495 six years after entry and $36,739 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pensacola State College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 36.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Pensacola State College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,500.
Is Pensacola State College public or private?
Pensacola State College is a public institution located in Pensacola, FL.
Is Pensacola State College an HBCU?
No. Pensacola State College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pensacola State College a tribal college?
No. Pensacola State College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pensacola State College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Pensacola State College does not meet that proxy (reported share 10.0%).
Is Pensacola State College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Pensacola State 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
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- Florida colleges by ROI
- Florida trade schools profile
- Pensacola, Florida city profile
- Southeast regional profile
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
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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.