C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
45/100 · earnings-weighted

Lively Technical College

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Tallahassee, Florida 32304
Lively Technical College campus, Tallahassee, FL
Lively Technical College campus, Tallahassee, FL. Photo: The Bushranger, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 55%
Outcomes
D
37/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C+
57/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,461
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
14%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,175
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lively Technical College ▼

42% 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
$168,790
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,302
1-Year Change
+2.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$30,413
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,712
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
50.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
25.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 49th 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 Lively 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
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$38,712$54,385-3%#424 of 757#381—
Precision Metal Working$46,499$49,470+2%#156 of 365#130—
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers—$42,074-21%#139 of 152#135—
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$33,701—————
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$14,031$28,854+10%#320 of 1025#250—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$28,179—————
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$26,233—————

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 Lively Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $168,790
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,302/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 32304 (6.0% cap, Tallahassee)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

48%
Receive Any Aid
28%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$10,175
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,153
$30,001 - $48,000$7,550
$48,001 - $75,000$7,701

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 108 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 76 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 65 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 56 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 51 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 46 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 41 grads/yr Electrician 29 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 27 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 26 grads/yr Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician 25 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 18 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 17 grads/yr Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter 17 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 15 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 14 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lively Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Phlebotomists
$44k/yr 139,700 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 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
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Student Demographics

1,461
Total Students
37%
Women
61%
Traditional Age (18-24)
42%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 6%
Black 36%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 42%
With Family 58%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~609 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 61%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lively 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 Lively Technical College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Lively Technical College?
The graduation rate at Lively Technical College is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Lively Technical College a good school?
Lively Technical College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lively Technical College?
Lively Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,461 students.
Is there rental demand near Lively Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 42% of students at Lively Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 609 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Tallahassee area.

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