Overview
St. Petersburg College is a public institution that operates multiple small campuses around Pinellas County, Florida. SPC is part of the Florida College System and is recognized as a state college. Popular majors include medical records technician, liberal arts and humanities, and veterinary technician. SPC partners with several high schools around Pinellas County and offers dual credit programs for high school students wishing to get a jump start on college.
Average Net Price:
$3,226
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.0
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $2,682 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $9,286 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,754 |
| Books and Supplies | $1600 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
52%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,827
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$7,046
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$1,808
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
55%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2746
71%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$7,046
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$46,591,716
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$1,046,540
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
15%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,946
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$10,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$169
Students receiving federal loans
15%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,810
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,264
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
1198
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$40
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
3.0
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
23,501
Total Number of Undergrads
23,501
0
100
29%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
22:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
55
Faculty Overview
0
100
34%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
49
Countries Represented
51
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
44%
Student Organizations
20
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
School Colors
blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NJCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
33
Total Female Athletes
53
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cheerleading-Dance Team
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
St Petersburg College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
No
Campus emergency phones
No
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$36,700
Top 5 Cities
Tampa
Orlando
Atlanta
Sarasota
New York
Top 5 Employers
BayCare Health System
St. Petersburg College
Publix Super Markets
Tech Data
Raymond James
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Healthcare Services
Sales
Information Technology
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$10,500
Loan Default Rate
18%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$169
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThere certain classes that should not be taken online, like speech or one you need lots of instruction.
Tyler from Clearwater, FL
St Petersburg College's 4 year programs can be pretty rigorous, but definitely encourage critical thinking and higher learning.
Danielle from South Pasadena, FL
It really depends on the attitude you decide to have. If you're willing to learn, then you'll learn. It depends on the instructors' and professors' attitudes and willingness as well.
Meghan from St Petersburg, FL
Depending on which professors you pick, your classes can be great. Make sure to talk to other students though and find out information on the classes you plan on taking.
Amanda from Palm Harbor, FL
If you need somewhere to hang between classes the student lounge (Agora building) Is great for that!
Angelica from Tarpon Springs, FL
Wow! They basically pay you (after you show you have good grades) to get a top-notch education with a job-ready degree...many weekend and e-courses...programs galore: model UN, Honors College, hands-on service internship/co-op learning and local job networking environment etc.
Kennon from St Petersburg, FL
GO:This college is a gem in beach paradise where you graduate with a degree that gets you immediately employed or into the Ivy League.
It's super-low cost for Floridians, not bad for out-of-state and has an Honors College; the programs are strong with great adjunct professors and e-learning; and as a city college associated with the State system it doesn't have some of the sillier State U. limitations ( they penalize you for going over 120 credits, for example).
This is the only college in the US that is committed to lowering their already low tuition and was recently praised by the Obama Administration.
It's super-low cost for Floridians, not bad for out-of-state and has an Honors College; the programs are strong with great adjunct professors and e-learning; and as a city college associated with the State system it doesn't have some of the sillier State U. limitations ( they penalize you for going over 120 credits, for example).
This is the only college in the US that is committed to lowering their already low tuition and was recently praised by the Obama Administration.
Kennon from Saint Petersburg, FL
SPC is a great community college that provides exceptional educational options for students looking to stay within their own area. The staff is professional and willing to help students by giving one on one time when needed. The provosts and Dr. Law are emotionally involved with the students and strive to provide every opportunity for an individual to have a successful college career.
Catrina from New Port Richey, FL
The Seminole Campus is a beautiful place and is mainly focused around their Natural Habitat Park. Their Digital Arts Program is great with a state-of-the-art Production Room located in the UP Building. Classes are the right sizes and the counselors at the Seminole Campus help you thru any problems that come up in your college career.
Sean from Seminole, FL
Even though it isn't big college, but you can feel comfortable here. The instructors are very nice. And you will get the better life definitely!
Woraluk from Clearwater, FL
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