- Daytona State College, a comprehensive public college, provides access to a range of flexible programs from community enrichment to the baccalaureate degree, emphasizing student success, embracing excellence and diversity, as well as fostering innovation to enhance teaching and learning.
School Highlights
Daytona State College serves 12,820 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 67%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 12,820 students
- In-state tuition: $3,306
- Out-state tuition: $12,376
- Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
- Minority enrollment: 46%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Daytona State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 403 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
Daytona State College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's 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
Public
Private, for profit
Colors
Gold and Blue
Total Faculty
403 staff
39 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Daytona State College has declined by 25% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The Daytona State College diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,820 students
1,014 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
4,839 students
559 students
# Part-Time Students
7,981 students
455 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
938 students
385 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,839 students
552 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,981 students
553 students
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
22%
32%
% Black
14%
20%
% White
54%
33%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
39%
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,500
$28,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,306 is less than the state average of $4,712. The in-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,376 is more than the state average of $11,524. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,306
$4,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,376
$11,524
Tuition Notes
$2,055 per semester
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,560
$10,286
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,035
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Daytona State College has a wonderful tradition of providing affordable quality education, small classroom sizes and excellent instructional help. We have a lot to be proud of as an institution and we want to share that pride. We offer more than 75 programs for you to choose from, with classes available days, evenings, weekends, hibrid online & classroom teaching - even via 100% Virtual (on-line)College classes. We offer GED programs, Adult High School programs, Certifications, General Public Courses, Associates and Baccalaureate Degrees. With Six convenient locations in Volusia and Flagler counties, there's certain to be a College campus within minutes of your home, no matter where you live. Daytona State College provides a multitude of technological resources and services to advance its mission. To encourage effective and innovative use of these resources the College also provides in-depth training, technical support, and overall technological guidance and strategic direction. Daytona State College provides a comprehensive library which networks with other state and national libraries to obtain the information you need, when you need it. The Daytona Beach Campus Library also houses the College Computing Commons, a large open lab available to all Daytona State students during library operating hours. This lab provides access to Daytona State academic software, including word processing and spreadsheet applications, as well as the Internet. Daytona State College is governed by a Board of Trustees whose members are appointed by the Governor of the State of Florida. The president of the College and its chief operating officers serve as system-wide administrators.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Daytona State College cost?
Daytona State College's tuition is approximately $3,306 for In-State students and $12,376 for Out-State students.
What is Daytona State College's ranking?
Daytona State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
In what neighborhood is Daytona State College located?
Daytona State College is located in the Bel air neighborhood of Daytona Beach, FL.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Daytona State College is Daytona College (5.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Daytona College
Private for-profit
425 South Nova Road
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
(386) 267-0565
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
(386) 267-0565
5.2 miles
Enrollment: 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Flagler Technical College
Public
5400 E. Highway 100
Palm Coast, FL 32164
(386) 447-4345
Palm Coast, FL 32164
(386) 447-4345
21.5 miles
Enrollment: 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
100 Weldon Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 708-4722
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 708-4722
35.3 miles
Enrollment: 15,390 students Student-teacher ratio: 49:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $3,131 Out-state tuition: $11,456 Minority enrollment: 58%
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Orlando
Private for-profit
2725 South US Highway 17/92
Casselberry, FL 32707
(407) 896-2800
Casselberry, FL 32707
(407) 896-2800
39.9 miles
Enrollment: 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
Private for-profit
460 E. Altamonte Drive, 3rd Floor
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 265-8383
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 265-8383
42.1 miles
Enrollment: 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
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