Average

Score: 50/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Florida Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Fort Myers, Florida 33966

🌐 https://florida-academy.edu/

Florida Academy

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: 76%

Outcomes

67/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

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

408

Total Enrollment

76%

Graduation Rate

80%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$26,952

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

$6,333

Median debt at graduation

70.6%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

5.4%

Students receiving Pell grants

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 Florida Academy

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.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians	$42,769	$59,889	+32%	#7 of 58	#4	$6,333
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions	$21,411	$28,874	-36%	#6 of 6	#6	$6,333
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	$16,245	$26,824	+2%	#486 of 1025	#392	$6,333

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 Florida Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $336,022
Avg rent near campus: $1,777/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33916 (6.1% cap, Fort Myers)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

50%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

44%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 85 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 70 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 60 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 38 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 36 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 34 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 18 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Florida Academy's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Massage therapists

$58k/yr 168,000 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other

$77k/yr 67,300 jobs

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Student Demographics

408

Total Students

60%

Women

54%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%

Hispanic 39%

Black 23%

Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%

25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Florida Academy?

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 Florida Academy?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Florida Academy?

The graduation rate at Florida Academy is 76%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Florida Academy a good school?

Florida Academy has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): 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 Florida Academy?

Florida Academy has a total enrollment of 408 students.

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