C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Indian River State College

4-Year Public
📍 Fort Pierce, Florida 34981
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
D
36/100

Quick Stats

15,104
Total Enrollment
42%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
27.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,927
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Indian River State College

25% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 3,821 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$367,948
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,494
1-Year Change
-0.6%
For parents & investors

The Indian River State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $367,948
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,494/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 34950 (6.9% cap, Fort Pierce)

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🏆 Where Indian River State College Ranks

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

#5
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
of 42 schools
#7
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
of 18 schools
#10
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
of 81 schools
#13
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
of 23 schools
#17
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
of 100 schools
#17
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
of 26 schools
#18
Human Services, General
of 100 schools
#19
Criminal Justice/Police Science
of 100 schools
#19
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
of 100 schools
#28
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
of 68 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,496 $9,360

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$5,927
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,763
$30,001 - $48,000$4,857
$48,001 - $75,000$6,465
$75,001 - $110,000$6,902
$110,001+$9,878

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,689 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 223 grads/yr Information Technology 176 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 144 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 115 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 112 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 100 grads/yr Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management 95 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 87 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 86 grads/yr Human Services, General 79 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 71 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 70 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 68 grads/yr Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst 66 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 54 grads/yr Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects 48 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 42 grads/yr Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician 41 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 38 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Indian River State College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs

Student Demographics

15,104
Total Students
60%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
25%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Hispanic 44%
Black 12%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 25%
With Family 75%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,821 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Indian River State 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 Indian River State College?
Tuition at Indian River State College is $2,496 for in-state students and $9,360 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,927.
What is the graduation rate at Indian River State College?
The graduation rate at Indian River State College is 42%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Indian River State College a good school?
Indian River State College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Indian River State College?
Indian River State College has a total enrollment of 15,104 students.
Is there rental demand near Indian River State College?
Yes! Approximately 25% of students at Indian River State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,821 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fort Pierce area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology