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Public, 2-Year
Miami Lakes, FL

Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in FL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$2,340

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

10.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$35,014

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Miami Lakes, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $2,340, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 10.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$4,680

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$5,014

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$45,460

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$95,600

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 11%

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.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
36.0%
64.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
56.6%
Black
32.9%
White
4.7%
International
4.1%
Asian
1.0%
Two or more
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$2,340

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$-243
$30k - $48k$1,234
$48k - $75kNot Reported
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients10.2%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$2,074
Pell Grant Recipients15.0%

* 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

100.0%

Success

10.5%

In-State Cost

$2,340

Age 25+ Students

22.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

410 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Miami Lakes (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Miami Lakes (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.