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Saint Johns River State College

Palatka, FL·Public·3,909 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,909 students.

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3,909
Students
$5,808
Net Price
46%
Grad Rate
$33,300
Earnings
10 yr
$8,323
Debt

About This School

Saint Johns River State College is a public institution located in Palatka, Florida with approximately 3,909 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,808 per year. The graduation rate is 46%, and the typical graduate earns $33,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

St. Johns River State College is a public college in Northeast Florida, United States, with campuses in Palatka, St. Augustine, and Orange Park. Founded in 1958 as St. Johns River Junior College, a historically black college, it is part of the Florida College System. It is one of several colleges in the system designated in 2001 as a "state college", meaning they can offer more bachelor degrees and academic programs than traditional community colleges.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $5,808/year and a median debt of $8,323, this is one of the most affordable paths to a degree you'll find anywhere in Florida. However, the 46% graduation rate means fewer than half of students who start here actually finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. If you're self-motivated, have a clear plan, and need to keep costs low, this school can work — but go in with eyes open and a solid support strategy.

Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Health Professions22%
Business & Marketing9%
Education4%
Computer Science3%
Visual & Performing Arts1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,830
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,352
Avg Net Price
$5,808
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants19%
Median debt at graduation$8,323

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
46%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,323
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,323
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.0x

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

White62%
Black12%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,909 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Saint Johns River State College

5001 Saint Johns Ave

Palatka, FL 32177

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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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