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Polk State College
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Annual Tuition
$3,366
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
33.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$40,624
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Polk State College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Winter Haven, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,366, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 33.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$13,464
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.3 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$10,624
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$92,776
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$199,016
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 33%
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 Polk State College is $10,076.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
1
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
1
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$3,366
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
33.5%
In-State Cost
$3,366
Age 25+ Students
27.9%
Carnegie Class
Baccalaureate/Associate's
Working at 6yr
3,459 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 Winter Haven
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,006
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,012
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,250
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 Winter Haven metropolitan area.