C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
57/100 · earnings-weighted

South Florida Institute of Technology

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Miami, Florida 33125
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: 75%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
F
33/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
C
44/100

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

7,800
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
45.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$28,570
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,335
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
83.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
69.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 33% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 43rd 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 South Florida Institute of Technology

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
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services$35,252$47,029-6%#10 of 15#9$9,500
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$35,781$44,894+4%#22 of 46#17$9,374
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians$33,760$40,093-11%#58 of 58#56$8,702
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection$26,701$30,476-27%#24 of 25#23—
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services$22,564$30,056-19%——$9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$16,128$28,402-17%#608 of 637#574$5,679
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$18,258$28,157-50%#754 of 757#754$9,500

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 South Florida Institute of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $466,681
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,360/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33136 (6.4% cap, Miami)

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🏆 Where South Florida Institute of Technology Ranks

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

#6
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Other
of 10 schools
#8
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
of 13 schools
#12
Medical/Clinical Assistant
of 100 schools
#14
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools
#15
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
of 29 schools
#21
Computer Graphics
of 32 schools
#28
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician
of 81 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
70%
Receive Pell Grants
64%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

7,800
Total Students
47%
Women
52%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic 100%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 62%
Hybrid (Some Online) 38%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 52%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at South Florida Institute of Technology?
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 South Florida Institute of Technology?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at South Florida Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at South Florida Institute of Technology is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is South Florida Institute of Technology a good school?
South Florida Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend South Florida Institute of Technology?
South Florida Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 7,800 students.

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