C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
68/100 · earnings-weighted

The College of the Florida Keys

4-Year Public
📍 Key West, Florida 33040
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 41%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
C+
62/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
17/100

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

854
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,991
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near The College of the Florida Keys ▼

28% 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
$957,004
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,385
1-Year Change
-0.9%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$42,508
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,277
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
34.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
27.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 22% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 79th percentile among associate-degree-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 The College of the Florida Keys

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$63,813$70,379-13%#871 of 962#805$18,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$30,933$42,831-3%#482 of 947#356—

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 The College of the Florida Keys Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $957,004
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,385/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 33040 (2.8% cap, Key West)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,483 $9,933
Board $9,072
Total Cost (On-Campus) $22,525 $32,408

Financial Aid

46%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
23%
Take Out Loans
$14,991
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,086
$30,001 - $48,000$13,111
$48,001 - $75,000$14,700
$110,001+$18,412

Student Demographics

854
Total Students
57%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
28%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Hispanic 31%
Black 10%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 47%
Off-Campus (Renters) 28%
With Family 26%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~235 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 30%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 33%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The College of the Florida Keys?
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 The College of the Florida Keys?
Tuition at The College of the Florida Keys is $2,483 for in-state students and $9,933 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,991.
What is the graduation rate at The College of the Florida Keys?
The graduation rate at The College of the Florida Keys is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is The College of the Florida Keys a good school?
The College of the Florida Keys has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend The College of the Florida Keys?
The College of the Florida Keys has a total enrollment of 854 students.
Is there rental demand near The College of the Florida Keys?
Yes! Approximately 28% of students at The College of the Florida Keys live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 235 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Key West area.

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