- At Everest University-Melbourne, we have a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare you for a successful future. Our instructors, who before were professionals in their field, will share with you their past experiences to help give you valuable insight. Through their dedication, class projects and discussions come alive. Classes at our campus will give you hands-on training allowing you to excel in the area you wish to pursue. Our Melbourne Campus is situated at the heart of this historical landscape. Located on the shores of the Indian River in the south part of the county, this beautiful campus has a clear view of the barrier island that is home to the beachfront communities and Patrick Air Force Base.
School Highlights
Everest University-Melbourne serves 392 students (75% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,940
- Acceptance Rate: 78%
- Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Everest University-Melbourne
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
18 staff
139 staff
Student Body
The student population of Everest University-Melbourne has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Everest University-Melbourne diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
392 students
818 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
293 students
512 students
# Part-Time Students
99 students
306 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
585 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
285 students
487 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
8 students
85 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
n/a
19%
% Hispanic
11%
1%
% Black
30%
29%
% White
51%
5%
% Hawaiian
1%
36%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Unknown races
2%
2%
Diversity Score
0.64
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)
n/a
0.4241%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,800
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,940 is less than the state average of $16,554. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,940
$16,554
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,613
$10,250
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,466
$6,250
Acceptance Rate
78%
70%
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)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Everest University-Melbourne cost?
Everest University-Melbourne's private state tuition is approximately $14,940.
What schools are Everest University-Melbourne often compared to?
Everest University-Melbourneis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Florida State College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Everest University-Melbourne?
The acceptance rate of Everest University-Melbourne is 78%, which is higher than the state average of 70%.
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