Southeastern College-West Palm Beach

1756 North Congress Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Southeastern College Offers Career Education Designed for Working Adults
     As a student at Southeastern College, you will gain the training, skills, and knowledge you need to prepare for a rewarding career in occupations such as:

    Massage Therapy
    Medical Assisting
    Diagnostic Medical Sonography
    Pharmacy Technology
    Practical Nursing
    Surgical Technology and more Programs vary by campus

School Highlights

Southeastern College-West Palm Beach serves 694 students (61% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 694 students
  • Private-state tuition: $23,584
  • Acceptance Rate: 92%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 100%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Southeastern College-West Palm Beach ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 69% over five years.
Southeastern College-West Palm Beach
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
122 staff
139 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Southeastern College-West Palm Beach has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Southeastern College-West Palm Beach diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
694 students
818 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
424 students
512 students
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# Part-Time Students
270 students
306 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Southeastern College-West Palm Beach.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
162 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
424 students
487 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
85 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
270 students
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
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% Asian
41%
19%
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% Hispanic
2%
1%
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% Black
30%
29%
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% White
n/a
5%
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% Hawaiian
10%
36%
% Two or more races
15%
5%
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% Unknown races
1%
2%
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Diversity Score
0.71
0.74
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.907%
0.6329%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4241%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,400
$31,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $23,584 is more than the state average of $16,554. The private state tuition has grown by 18% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$23,584
$16,554
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Tuition Notes
Tuition and Fees
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$14,440
$9,750
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
92%
94%
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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

  • Why Southeastern College
    Our career-focused programs and flexible class schedules make Southeastern College a great choice for busy working adults. Small classes ensure personalized attention for each student, and you will gain career skills in an educational environment that simulates the workplace, so you can begin using your education immediately on the job.

    Additional benefits:
    Prepare for a new career in as few as eight months
    Learn from dedicated instructors in a caring, friendly learning environment
    Financial aid is available to those who qualify
    Career placement assistance is available for graduates
    Contact us today to find out more about why Southeastern College is the right choice to reach your career goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southeastern College-West Palm Beach cost?
Southeastern College-West Palm Beach's private state tuition is approximately $23,584.
What is the acceptance rate of Southeastern College-West Palm Beach?
The acceptance rate of Southeastern College-West Palm Beach is 92%, which is lower than the state average of 94%.
What is Southeastern College-West Palm Beach's ranking?
Southeastern College-West Palm Beach ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 694 students
  • Private-state tuition: $23,584
  • Acceptance Rate: 92%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
  • Minority enrollment: 100%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

Palm Beach County, FL community colleges have a diversity score of 0.60, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Palm Beach County, FL is Palm Beach State College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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