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Eastern Florida State College

Melbourne, FL·Public·10,162 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state Florida residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 10,162 students.

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10,162
Students
$5,939
Net Price
51%
Grad Rate
$34,000
Earnings
10 yr
$8,279
Debt

About This School

Eastern Florida State College is a public institution located in Melbourne, Florida with approximately 10,162 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,939 per year. The graduation rate is 51%, and the typical graduate earns $34,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Eastern Florida State College (EFSC) is a public college based in Cocoa, Florida. It is a member of the Florida College System and has additional campuses in Melbourne, Palm Bay, and Titusville, as well as a virtual campus.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $5,939 per year after aid and only $8,279 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the more affordable paths to a degree in Florida, making it a genuinely smart choice for cost-conscious students. The 51% graduation rate is a real concern, though — roughly half of students don't finish, so you'll want to honestly assess your own support system and commitment before enrolling. If you're looking for a low-risk, low-cost way to complete general education credits or earn an associate degree before transferring to a four-year school, this can work well, but the $34,000 median earnings at 10 years suggest limited upside if you stop at a two-year credential.

Founded
1960
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions17%
Business & Marketing15%
Computer Science6%
Education1%
Communications0%
Visual & Performing Arts0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Don "The Dragon" WilsonKhadija Shaw

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,496
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,739
Avg Net Price
$5,939
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$8,279

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
51%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,279
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,279
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,000
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

White58%
Black12%
Hispanic/Latino18%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (10,162 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Eastern Florida State College

3865 North Wickham Rd

Melbourne, FL 32935

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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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