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Rollins College

Winter Park, FL·Private nonprofit·2,582 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. strong 77% graduation rate; financial aid brings net price below sticker.

41%
Accept
2,582
Students
$33,847
Net Price
77%
Grad Rate
$53,100
Earnings
10 yr
$21,385
Debt

About This School

Rollins College is a private nonprofit institution located in Winter Park, Florida with approximately 2,582 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 41% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $33,847 per year. The graduation rate is 77%, and the typical graduate earns $53,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Rollins College is a private liberal arts college in Winter Park, Florida. It was founded in 1885. Florida's fourth oldest post-secondary institution and oldest private university, it has an approximate enrollment of 3,000 students, composed of roughly 2,500 undergraduates and 500 postgraduates.

Located in sunny Winter Park, Florida, this small liberal arts college offers a tight-knit campus experience with an 85% freshman retention rate suggesting students genuinely like it once they arrive. The relatively modest median debt of $21,385 at graduation is a bright spot, though the $33,847 annual net price is still a real commitment for a school where median earnings land at $53,100 a decade out — not a bad return, but not a standout one either. Worth considering if you want a traditional residential college feel in a desirable Florida location and value small class sizes, but financially ambitious students should weigh whether the cost-to-earnings ratio makes sense compared to public university alternatives.

Founded
1885
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing31%
Social Sciences14%
Communications11%
Psychology9%
Visual & Performing Arts7%
Biological Sciences5%
Education4%
English4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Fred RogersAnthony PerkinsRahul GandhiDonald J. CramGigi FernándezAmanda BearseBuddy EbsenShirley FryJack KramerMichael NouriDorothy CheneyDana Ivey

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1304
Reading 75th %ile690
Math 75th %ile670

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$58,300
Out-of-State Tuition
$58,300
Avg Net Price
$33,847
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$21,385

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
77%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
85%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$53,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$21,385
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$21,385
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$40,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$53,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.5x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

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

Student Body

White59%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino18%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,582 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Rollins College

1000 Holt Avenue

Winter Park, FL 32789-4499

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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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