Santa Fe College

Santa Fe College: Academics, Admissions & Tuition Info

Learn what degree programs and vocational certificates Santa Fe College offers. Research its academics, and read about its admission and financial aid to make an informed education decision.

About Santa Fe College

Founded in 1965, Santa Fe College is one of 28 statewide public colleges in Florida. As of 2012, the school serves as the academic home to nearly 15,500 undergraduate students and is part of the Florida College System. Santa Fe College's primary 175-acre campus is located in Gainesville, with 7 additional satellite locations throughout Florida. In addition to credit and non-credit educational programs, there are a number of extracurricular activities available through the schools' campus clubs and student organizations. The Aspen Institute named Santa Fe College among the nation's top 10 community colleges in 2012.

Academics

Santa Fe College offers many associate's degree options, as well as 8 areas of study at the bachelor's degree level. Courses are available through departments such as English, math and natural sciences. There are also vocational certificates in such areas as business management, dental assisting and surgical technology. They can typically be completed between 6 months and 2 years.

Students interested in Web-based education can find a number of fully online degree programs available at Santa Fe. An Associate of Science in Business is available online, as well as Associate of Arts programs ranging from anthropology and classical studies to economics and women's studies. Special learning options are also available that include weekend/evening programs, teacher certification and study abroad programs.

Admissions

First-time students are required to submit high school transcripts and residency documentation when applying to Santa Fe College. ACT or SAT scores that are less than 2 years old are also required, in addition to ACCUPLACER college-level math test scores. The application process may be completed online.

In the fall of 2011, 70% of all undergraduate students who began their studies were 24 years old or younger, 58% attended classes on a part-time basis and 56% were female. That same year, the 4 largest ethnic/racial groups at Santa Fe College were Caucasian (64%), African-American (17%), Hispanic/Latino (11%) and Asian (3%).

Tuition & Financial Aid

As of fall 2012, tuition and fees at Santa Fe College were $102.36 per lower-division credit hour for Florida residents. Non-residents paid $377.41 per lower-division credit hour during the same period. Residents taking upper-division courses paid $123.33 per credit hour, while upper-division non-residents were charged $750.94 per credit hour. Books and supplies for 2011-2012 were estimated to cost about $700 per academic school year. Tuition rates differ for adult education and non-credit programs.

Santa Fe College students have a variety of financial aid options, such as loans, grants and scholarships. The average grant or scholarship aid awarded to undergraduate recipients during the 2010-2011 school year was $2,423, while the average student loan was $3,213 during that same period. Students looking for additional income can pursue work-study positions at the campus.

SANTA FE COLLEGE QUICK FACTS
School Type	Public, 4-year**
Degrees Offered	Associate's, bachelor's, vocational certificates*
Religious Affiliation	None**
Academic Calendar	Terms*
School Setting	Midsize suburb**
Student Body	15,493 undergraduates in 2011**
Student Housing	No on-campus housing available**
ACADEMICS
Schools and Programs	9 departments *
Student-Faculty Ratio	27 to 1**
Most Popular Fields of Study by Degree Level (Number of Recipients)	In 2010-2011: Associate's: Liberal arts and sciences (2,094) Bachelor's: Health, Health care Administration and Management (18)**
Undergraduate Graduation Rates	For students beginning in 2005: 43% within 150% of normal time for program completion**
ADMISSIONS
Admission Rate	Open admission policy**
Entering Class Size	2,453 in 2011***
First-Year Retention Rates	71% (full-time students)*
Undergraduate Application Due Date	No set date, but applications are due prior to course registration*
TUITION & FINANCIAL AID
Tuition and Fees	In 2012: $102.36 per credit hour (lower division) for FL residents $377.41 per credit hour (lower division) for non-residents $123.33 per credit hour (upper division) for FL residents $750.94 per credit hour (upper division) for non-residents*
Financial Aid Sources Available (Percent of Freshmen Receiving It)	In 2010-2011: Federal grants (66%), state/local grants and scholarships (63%), institutional grants (5%), federal loans (24%)**
Percent of First-Year Students Receiving Some Form of Aid	84% in 2010-2011**

Sources: *Santa Fe College, **College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics, ***IPEDS Data Center.

School Contact Information

Address: Santa Fe College, Office of Admissions R-101, 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL 32606
Phone: (352) 395-7322
Website: www.sfcollege.edu