Southern Technical College

  • The mission of Southwest Florida College is to provide an education to men and women that will enable them to pursue successful careers and lead enriched lives.

School Highlights

Southern Technical College serves 1,294 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,294 students
  • Private-state tuition: $13,860
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southern Technical College
(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 for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
120 staff
139 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Southern Technical College has grown by 36% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The Southern Technical College diversity score of 0.69 is less than the state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,294 students
818 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
462 students
512 students
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# Part-Time Students
832 students
306 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Southern Technical College and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Southern Technical College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Florida.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
120 students
263 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
462 students
487 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Southern Technical College and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
85 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
832 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
25%
19%
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% Hispanic
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Southern Technical College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
30%
29%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Southern Technical College and the percentage of Black community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Southern Technical College and the percentage of White community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hawaiian
40%
36%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Southern Technical College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Southern Technical College and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Florida by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Southern Technical College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
Diversity Score
0.69
0.74
This chart displays the diversity score of Southern Technical College and the community college average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
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)
$27,100
$31,500
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Southern Technical College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Florida by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $13,860 is less than the state average of $16,554. The private state tuition has grown by 7% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,860
$16,554
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Southern Technical College and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
61%
88%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Southern Technical College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,667
$9,750
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Southern Technical College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Southern Technical College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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

  • With two campuses, one in Tampa and one in Ft. Myers, Southwest Florida College is a private, non-profit and accredited senior college. Southwest Florida College is a Florida career school that offers a future by helping you acquire the skills you need to be in demand in today's competitive workplace. Whether you want education and training for a new career or additional skills that will enhance your performance in your current career, Southwest Florida College's skilled team of professionals has tailored programs that are suited to meet your needs. The College offers Associate degrees, diplomas or certificates in Accounting Technology, Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Information Technology Management, Criminal Justice, Graphic Design, Hospitality Management, Management and Marketing, Medical Administration, Medical Assisting, Medical Transcription, Microsoft? Network Engineer and Systems Administrator, Paralegal Studies, Pharmacy Technician, Surgical Technician, Technical Administration, Medical Records & Coding, Early Childhood Education and Network Security & Computer Forensics. The College offers day, evening and weekend classes so that your training fits with your busy schedule. Learn at your convenience and at your own pace. Southwest Florida College (Fort Myers and Tampa) is authorized to award Associate of Science degrees by the Commission for Independent Education Colleges and Universities, Department of Education Tallahassee, FL. Southwest Florida College is accredited as a Senior College by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southern Technical College cost?
Southern Technical College's private state tuition is approximately $13,860.
What schools are Southern Technical College often compared to?
Southern Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Florida SouthWestern State College by visitors of our site.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 1,294 students
  • Private-state tuition: $13,860
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 98%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Florida public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,538 per year for in-state students and $10,584 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,554 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Florida is 91%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Florida community colleges have a diversity score of 0.74, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Florida is Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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