C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Pensacola State College

4-Year Public
📍 Pensacola, Florida 32504
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
A
82/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

8,518
Total Enrollment
42%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$3,436
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Pensacola State College

34% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,930 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$272,183
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,451
1-Year Change
+3.0%
For parents & investors

The Pensacola State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $272,183
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,451/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 32505 (7.8% cap, Pensacola)

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🏆 Where Pensacola State College Ranks

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

#7
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
of 15 schools
#9
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
of 42 schools
#11
Computer Graphics
of 32 schools
#19
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
of 100 schools
#25
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
of 100 schools
#27
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
of 98 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,871 $7,483

Financial Aid

79%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
8%
Take Out Loans
$3,436
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$1,650
$30,001 - $48,000$6,874
$48,001 - $75,000$8,754
$75,001 - $110,000$9,629
$110,001+$5,924

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 831 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 222 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 126 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 120 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 88 grads/yr Computer Graphics 68 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 65 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 64 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 61 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 55 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 55 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 48 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 33 grads/yr Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General 31 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 30 grads/yr Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager 28 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 28 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 26 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 24 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 23 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Pensacola 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
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs

Student Demographics

8,518
Total Students
64%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
34%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 9%
Black 17%
Asian 3%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 34%
With Family 66%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,930 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pensacola 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 Pensacola State College?
Tuition at Pensacola State College is $1,871 for in-state students and $7,483 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $3,436.
What is the graduation rate at Pensacola State College?
The graduation rate at Pensacola State College is 42%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Pensacola State College a good school?
Pensacola State College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): 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 Pensacola State College?
Pensacola State College has a total enrollment of 8,518 students.
Is there rental demand near Pensacola State College?
Yes! Approximately 34% of students at Pensacola State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,930 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pensacola area.

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