- City College provides students with services in financial aid, tutoring, career advising, and job placement. At City College, we are committed to your success and believe in your potential to grow academically, personally, and professionally. Education is the key to success. The mission of City College is to educate and train students in their chosen major for employment in specific career fields. The College awards Diplomas, Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degrees based on the student's successful completion of required coursework.
School Highlights
City College-Fort Lauderdale serves 85 students (20% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Private-state tuition: $12,782
- Acceptance Rate: 94%
- Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
City College-Fort Lauderdale ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
City College-Fort Lauderdale
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
43 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of City College-Fort Lauderdale has declined by 65% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has decreased from 6:1 over five years.
The City College-Fort Lauderdale diversity score of 0.69 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has grown by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
85 students
818 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
17 students
512 students
# Part-Time Students
68 students
306 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
225 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
17 students
487 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
85 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
68 students
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
3%
% Asian
48%
19%
% Hispanic
1%
1%
% Black
15%
29%
% White
4%
5%
% Hawaiian
22%
36%
% Two or more races
7%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.74
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.6329%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4444%
0.4241%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,300
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $12,782 is less than the state average of $16,554. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,782
$16,554
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,249
$9,750
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,490
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
94%
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
442
SAT Math
n/a
429
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- City College is a not for profit private college currently operating 3 campuses in Florida. City College's campuses are located in Fort Lauderdale, Gainesville and Miami. City College was originally established as Draughon's College of Business, a branch of Draughon's Junior College of Business founded in 1896, in Paducah, Kentucky. In 1986, the College changed its name to CareerCom College of Business. In 1987, the College was purchased by Career City College, Inc., and became known as Career City College. In May, 1988, Career City College, Inc. established a branch campus in Gainesville, Florida. The College revised its name to City College in January, 1994. In June, 1997, City College expanded its educational facilities to include a branch in South Miami, Florida. The College is located at 2000 W. Commercial Boulevard. The classrooms, labs, and administrative offices occupy 28,500 square feet of an air-conditioned building. Parking is available to students. Classrooms are intentionally designed to limit the number of students per room so that maximum personal attention can be given to each student. Fort Lauderdale is world-renowned for the beauty in its beaches and in its people. Its varied business sites, along with those in Miami, offer the student numerous opportunities in the working world. City College offers a Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration, as well as Associate of Science degrees programs in Accounting, Broadcasting, Management, Computer Applications, Hospitality, Private Investigation, Electronics, Computer Engineering, Medical Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Paramedic, and Legal Assistant/Paralegal. City College is a Senior College accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award Diplomas, Associate of Science and the Bachelor of Science degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does City College-Fort Lauderdale cost?
City College-Fort Lauderdale's private state tuition is approximately $12,782.
What schools are City College-Fort Lauderdale often compared to?
City College-Fort Lauderdaleis often viewed alongside schools like Broward College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of City College-Fort Lauderdale?
The acceptance rate of City College-Fort Lauderdale is 94%, which is equal to the state average of 94%.
What is City College-Fort Lauderdale's ranking?
City College-Fort Lauderdale ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is City College-Fort Lauderdale located?
City College-Fort Lauderdale is located in the North Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in North Fort Lauderdale.
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