Northwest Florida State College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 3,010 students.
About This School
Northwest Florida State College is a public institution located in Niceville, Florida with approximately 3,010 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,571 per year. The graduation rate is 39%, and the typical graduate earns $34,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) is a public college with its main campus in Niceville, Florida, United States. It is part of the Florida College System, and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, offering associate and baccalaureate degrees, and several certificate programs. NWFSC operates multiple campuses across Okaloosa and Walton counties.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $5,554 per year after aid and a median debt of only $5,500 at graduation, the financial value is genuinely strong for budget-conscious students. However, the 43% graduation rate is a real concern — nearly half of students who start don't finish — so this school rewards those who come in with a clear plan and strong motivation. Worth considering if you're pursuing a career-focused two-year program or looking to transfer affordably, but go in with eyes open about the completion challenge.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 20% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,010 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Northwest Florida State College
100 College Boulevard E.
Niceville, FL 32578-1295
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
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