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College of Central Florida

Ocala, FL·Public·4,717 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,717 students.

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4,717
Students
$12,310
Net Price
44%
Grad Rate
$34,900
Earnings
10 yr
$8,550
Debt

About This School

College of Central Florida is a public institution located in Ocala, Florida with approximately 4,717 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $12,310 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, and the typical graduate earns $34,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

The College of Central Florida (CF) is a public college with campuses in Marion, Citrus, and Levy counties in the U.S. state of Florida. It is part of the Florida College System and was founded in 1957 as Central Florida Junior College. CF has grown to span three counties and include the Appleton Museum of Art and Vintage Farm in Ocala.

Worth considering if you're looking to keep costs low — median debt at graduation is just $8,550, which is impressively manageable. That said, the 44% graduation rate signals that many students don't finish, so you'll want to go in with a clear plan and strong support system. Median earnings of $34,900 a decade out are modest, making this a reasonable stepping stone if you're pursuing an affordable two-year degree or transfer path, but a harder sell if you're expecting a significant salary boost.

Founded
1957
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing34%
Health Professions16%
Computer Science6%
Education2%
Communications0%
Visual & Performing Arts0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,710
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,517
Avg Net Price
$12,310
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants40%
Median debt at graduation$8,550

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
44%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,550
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,550
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$27,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White57%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino20%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,717 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

College of Central Florida

3001 SW College Rd

Ocala, FL 34474

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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