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Gulf Coast State College
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Annual Tuition
$2,370
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
41.6%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$38,359
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Gulf Coast State College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Panama City, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,370, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$9,480
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$8,359
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$74,110
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$157,700
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 42%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Gulf Coast State College is $7,147.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$2,370
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
N/A
Success
41.6%
In-State Cost
$2,370
Age 25+ Students
30.9%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 14
Working at 6yr
1,832 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Panama City
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,269
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,297
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,523
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Panama City metropolitan area.