Good

Score: 62/100

Manatee Technical College

2-Year Public

📍 Bradenton, Florida 34203

🌐 www.manateetech.edu/

Outcomes

73/100

Affordability

72/100

Resources

69/100

Experience

C+

57/100

Prestige

34/100

Quick Stats

1,117

Total Enrollment

79%

Graduation Rate

73%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$14,742

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Manatee Technical College ▼

72% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 805 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$371,510

Avg Monthly Rent

$2,659

1-Year Change

-2.9%

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The Manatee Technical College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $371,510
Avg rent near campus: $2,659/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 34234 (5.8% cap, Sarasota)

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🏆 Where Manatee Technical College Ranks

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

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Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist

of 42 schools

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Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist

of 100 schools

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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician

of 81 schools

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Automation Engineer Technology/Technician

of 15 schools

Fire Science/Fire-fighting

of 100 schools

Criminal Justice/Police Science

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

82%

Receive Any Aid

45%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$14,742

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$7,616
$30,001 - $48,000	$7,028
$48,001 - $75,000	$8,118

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Related Career Paths

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

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

First-line supervisors of firefighting and prevention workers

$92k/yr 97,200 jobs

Fire inspectors and investigators

$78k/yr 14,700 jobs

Firefighters

$60k/yr 344,900 jobs

Student Demographics

1,117

Total Students

39%

Women

62%

Traditional Age (18-24)

72%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%

Hispanic 37%

Black 11%

Asian 1%

Two or More 6%

Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 72%

With Family 28%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~805 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 99%

Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 62%

25-64 (Adult) 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Manatee 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 Manatee Technical College?

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

What is the graduation rate at Manatee Technical College?

The graduation rate at Manatee Technical College is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Manatee Technical College a good school?

Manatee Technical College has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). 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 (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Manatee Technical College?

Manatee Technical College has a total enrollment of 1,117 students.

Is there rental demand near Manatee Technical College?

Yes! Approximately 72% of students at Manatee Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 805 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Bradenton area.

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