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Overall Niche Grade
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Academics
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Value
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Diversity
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Campus
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Athletics
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Party Scene
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Professors
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Location
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Dorms
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Campus Food
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Student Life
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Safety
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Palm Beach is a public college located in Florida. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 7,449 undergraduate students. The Palm Beach acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Liberal Arts and Humanities, Business, and Nursing. Graduating 42% of students, Palm Beach alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $27,100.
LAKE WORTH, FL 33461
About Palm Beach...
- Hispanic-Serving Institution
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletics Division
NJCAA Division II
Compare to Other Colleges
- Florida
Palm Beach State College Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100%
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SAT Range
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ACT Range
No data available —
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
No data available —
Early Decision/Early Action
No data available —
Accepts Common App
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Application Website
Admissions Website
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Will You Get Into Palm Beach?
This school has a 100% acceptance rate, meaning all qualified applicants are admitted. However, some popular programs within the school might have more selective admissions due to high demand. While the overall school is open to everyone, getting into these specific programs might require meeting additional criteria.
Cost
Net Price
$10,549/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Average Total Aid Awarded
$5,996/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
91%
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Academics
Professors
gradeC
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
24:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
80%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.410 responses
67%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.416 responses
70%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.415 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Liberal Arts and Humanities
3,463 Graduates
Business
337 Graduates
Nursing
334 Graduates
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Paramedic)
186 Graduates
Real Estate
87 Graduates
Mental and Social Health Services
73 Graduates
Nursing Assistant
69 Graduates
Child Care Provider
66 Graduates
Nail Technician
57 Graduates
Network, Database, and System Administration
56 Graduates
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Online Academics
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
26%
On Campus
27%
Online
47%
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
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Students
Full-Time Enrollment
7,449Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
16,774
Undergrads Over 25
29%
Pell Grant
53%
Varsity Athletes
1%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
47 responses
Okay
47%
Hardworking
23%
Outgoing
23%
Stressed
6%
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Campus Life
Freshman Live On-Campus
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Day Care Services
No
Poll
64%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.69 responses
Poll
46%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.69 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
268 responses
Diversity
37%
Flexable
14%
I'll get my AA and transfer and save money.
13%
Flexible
12%
Good for what I was looking for.
9%
Unique
4%
Okay
4%
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47%
of students highly rate the athletics/recreation facilities.409 responses
45%
of students highly rate the dining facilities.414 responses
50%
of students highly rate the performing arts facilities.170 responses
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$33,300/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
42%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
87%
National
83%
80%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.5 responses
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Palm Beach State College Reviews
Rating 3.83 out of 5 3,316 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
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Diversity: Many students appreciate a diverse student body and faculty, which enriches the learning environment.
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- Freshman
- 7 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
My experience at Palm Beach State College has been largely positive. One of the things I appreciate the most is the sense of community. The staff and professors are incredibly supportive, offering guidance both in and outside of the classroom. The diversity of students from different backgrounds also creates a vibrant learning environment, which adds depth to classroom discussions and group projects.
The campus itself is well-maintained, and I’ve found the student resources, such as the library, career services, to be particularly helpful. The flexibility of course offerings, including online, makes balancing school with other commitments manageable. If I were to suggest changes, I'd like to see more internship opportunities facilitated directly through the school, particularly for students in non-technical fields. Expanding mental health support services would also be a great addition, considering the pressures students often face.
- Freshman
- 19 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
My experience at Palm Beach State College has been positive. The campus has a welcoming atmosphere, and the faculty are generally supportive and easy to approach. One thing I really liked was the smaller class sizes, which meant professors could give more personalized attention. The campus is also quite diverse, making it easy to meet people from various backgrounds and learn from them.
That said, there are a few areas where the college could do better. For example, the range of courses could be broader, especially when it comes to elective options and advanced classes for specific majors.
All in all, I would recommend Palm Beach State to anyone seeking an affordable and supportive place to start their college journey. However, there are definitely some areas where it could improve.
- Freshman
- 4 days ago
