Eckerd College
Saint Petersburg, FL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About Eckerd College
Eckerd College is a private liberal arts college in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States. Founded in 1958, part of the campus is waterfront and beach on Boca Ciega Bay. Because of its location, Eckerd is considered a "beach school" and has its own student volunteer maritime search and rescue team. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and a member of the Annapolis group of national liberal arts colleges and the Oberlin Group of Libraries.
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76%
Acceptance
$38,071
Net price
1,888
Enrollment
66%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
76%
Acceptance rate
1,250
SAT average
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ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$38,071
Average net price
$51,884
In-state tuition
$51,884
Out-of-state tuition
$14,734
Room & board
$1,350
Books & supplies
$68,944
Total cost of attendance
21%
Students receiving Pell grants
44%
Students with federal loans
$27,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$51,819
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$37,505
Median earnings (6 yrs)
66%
Graduation rate
76%
Retention rate
78%
Earn more than a HS grad
$17,363
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,888
Total enrollment
2%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
20%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Eckerd College FAQ
Is Eckerd College a public or private school?
Eckerd College is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Petersburg, FL.
What is the acceptance rate at Eckerd College?
Eckerd College has an acceptance rate of 76%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Eckerd College cost?
The average annual net price at Eckerd College is $38,071 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $51,884.
What is the graduation rate at Eckerd College?
About 66% of students at Eckerd College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Eckerd College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Eckerd College students earn a median of $51,819 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Eckerd College?
Admitted students at Eckerd College have an average SAT score of 1,250. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Eckerd College?
Eckerd College enrolls about 1,888 students.
Campus
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