C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
66/100 · earnings-weighted

First Coast Technical College

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Saint Augustine, Florida 32084
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 77%
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
B
73/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

369
Total Enrollment
77%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,843
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near First Coast Technical College ▼

68% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$352,628
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,775
1-Year Change
+0.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at First Coast Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$33,784
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,009
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
76.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 61st percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at First Coast Technical College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Fire Protection—$66,303+6%#15 of 37#10—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$53,062+3%#118 of 319#100—
Precision Metal Working—$49,829+2%#149 of 365#120—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants—$49,412-12%#568 of 757#533—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions—$31,395-7%#243 of 332#210—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services—$17,840-32%#961 of 1025#937—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The First Coast Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $352,628
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,775/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 32086 (4.3% cap, Saint Augustine)

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🏆 Where First Coast Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#10
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
of 100 schools
#12
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
of 42 schools
#17
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
of 81 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

53%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$10,843
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,927
$30,001 - $48,000$7,554
$48,001 - $75,000$11,079

Student Demographics

369
Total Students
50%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)
68%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 13%
Black 17%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 68%
With Family 32%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~252 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at First Coast Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend First Coast Technical College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at First Coast Technical College?
The graduation rate at First Coast Technical College is 77%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is First Coast Technical College a good school?
First Coast Technical College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend First Coast Technical College?
First Coast Technical College has a total enrollment of 369 students.
Is there rental demand near First Coast Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 68% of students at First Coast Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 252 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Saint Augustine area.

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C+
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C+
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C+
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C+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology