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Public, 4-Year
Sanford, FL

Seminole State College of Florida

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

Annual Tuition

$3,227

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

42.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$41,733

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Seminole State College of Florida is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Sanford, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,227, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$12,908

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$11,733

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$104,422

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$221,752

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 43%

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 Seminole State College of Florida is $11,047.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.4%
42.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
40.8%
Hispanic
31.5%
Black
15.6%
Two or more
4.0%
Asian
3.8%
International
2.3%
Unknown
1.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

5

Burglary

1

Theft

4

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$3,227

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$974
$30k - $48k$2,282
$48k - $75k$5,547
$75k+$8,440

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$11,047
Pell Grant Recipients27.0%
Using Federal Loans13.0%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment32.3%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$6,241
Pell Grant Recipients29.0%

* 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

N/A

Success

42.6%

In-State Cost

$3,227

Age 25+ Students

32.0%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate/Associate's

Working at 6yr

5,621 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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

Living In Sanford

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,558

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,638

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,857

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 Sanford metropolitan area.