1519 Clearlake Road
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 632-1111
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At a Glance

Eastern Florida State College (EFSC), located in the heart of Florida’s Space Coast, is a co-educational, publicly supported postsecondary institution. Offering nearly 100 degrees and certificates both online and on campus, students can readily find the right academic pathway to their career of choice at EFSC. The College's degrees and programs, including Bachelor of Applied Science and Bachelor of Science degrees, match the needs of every kind of student. EFSC provides both university transfer and workforce learning opportunities. Additionally, life-long learners will find EFSC has an extensive continuing education program. EFSC is also the perfect place to get an early start on college through dual enrollment.

Eastern Florida State College (EFSC) is a Public institution located in the Central-East region of Florida. EFSC has Regional Accreditation .

The main campus in Cocoa, FL has a Town feeling. 1% of students take advantage of the On-Campus Housing.

Eastern Florida State College offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:

  • Associate (2 yr.)
  • Bachelor's (4 yr.)
  • Certificate
Highest Enrollment Programs
  • AA - Associate In Arts
  • Organizational Management - BAS
  • Business Administration - AS
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems Technology
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Health Sciences
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Student Body (as of 2022)

Enrollment Status
Enrollment Status
Enrollment Type Number of Students
Full Time 6125
Part Time 12437

Part-time students outnumber full-time students (2.03:1) at Eastern Florida State College.

Diversity
Diversity
Ethnicity Percentage of Students
American Indian/Alaska Native 0.40
Asian 2.90
Black/African American 10.80
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.20
Hispanic/Latino 16.20
White/Caucasian 62.70
Other/Unknown 6.80

The most common ethnicity is White/Caucasian (62.7%) followed by Hispanic/Latino (16.2%.)

Gender
Gender
Gender Percentage of Students
Female 58.70
Male 41.30

At 58.7%, female students outnumber male students by a significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.

Additional Information

We invite you to explore a quality, affordable education at Eastern Florida State College. Maximize your potential through an associate's or bachelor's degree, vocational certificate or training program. With four campuses there's a location close to you, plus online classes so you can work school around your schedule. And because we're a state college, once you complete your associate's degree you can continue here or transfer to a state or private university.  We offer several opportunities for involvement to our diverse population of students.

Enrollment Stats
Total Students: 18,562
Undergraduate Students: 18,562
Graduate Students: 0
Average Student Age: 24
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Costs and Financial Aid (as of 2023)

Eastern Florida State College offers numerous student scholarships, many funded through the generosity of donors to the College's EFSC Foundation Scholarships funds.
12
Credit Hours
for Full-Time
$104
In-State Tuition
per Credit Hour
$406
Out-Of-State Tuition
per Credit Hour
Yes
Bright Futures
Scholarships
Additional Information

We want to be sure you qualify for the Financial Aid and Scholarship package that you're entitled to. At EFSC, as at any college, that process starts with filling out the online Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  — that ensures you're considered for all aid programs that are administered by the College, including grants, work study and loans. A FAFSA also is the first step in qualifying for scholarships. Students must meet all published deadlines to ensure a determination of financial aid eligibility prior to EFSC's Fee Due Dates. You can also view the Financial Aid FAQs.

The Eastern Florida financial aid office is your source for help applying for scholarships, plus traditional aid, such as grants, work study and loans. Use the links in this web section to find detailed information about the aid

Scholarships

Scholarships are a form of student aid that’s considered a gift that a student does not have to repay. They’re often based on scholastic achievement or special talent and some scholarships consider a student’s financial need. Remember that any outside aid, including scholarships, is considered in your aid package and must be reported to the Office of Financial Aid.

The Office of Financial Aid encourages students to explore the scholarship opportunities available from EFSC, many of them funded by generous EFSC Foundation donors, and scholarships from outside organizations.  Additionally all high school seniors are encouraged to apply for Bright Futures Scholarships.

Estimated Full-Time Costs
Estimated Full-Time Costs
Category Cost
Full-Time Tuition 3120.00
Books and Supplies 1600.00
Housing Costs 7000.00

The total estimated full time costs of $11,720.00 consists of $3,120.00 for Tuition, $1,600.00 for Books and Supplies, and $7,000.00 for Housing.

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Admissions (as of 2023)

Eastern Florida State College has a rolling admissions process, which means we accept new students year-round and will gladly process your application at any time.
100%
Freshman Applicants
Accepted
$30
Student
Application Fee
N/A
Required
Tuition Deposit
N/A
Average GPA
for Merit Scholarship
Admissions Policy
Eastern Florida State College follows an Open Admissions policy. Test scores and/or GPA are not factors in the admissions decision. A high school diploma or GED certificate is required.
Transfer Policies

Eastern Florida State College will make every attempt to maximize a student’s past postsecondary academic history by carefully evaluating credits you want to transfer from another institution and applying them to equivalent Eastern Florida courses or using those transferred credits for electives in programs where applicable.

Students who possess current industry certifications, licensures, specified training, career and technical certificates may be eligible to receive free college credit in various Associate in Science (AS) programs. Click to view EFSC's current state-approved articulated credit agreements.  Brevard Public School students may also be eligible for college credits in select Career and Technical Programs through Advance Standing Credits under EFSC's High School Articulated credit agreements. Learn more about transfer credit guidelines here.

Admission Notification Plan
Email followed by Acceptance Letter
Additional Information

Please check the website for application deadline dates. Applying by the priority deadline, then completing any admissions follow-up requirements in a timely way, helps you move to the course registration phase sooner when more classes are available and avoid late registration fees. Applications submitted after the priority deadline will be accepted and processed in the order in which they were received.

Application Deadlines
Academic Period Admissions Deadline Financial Aid Deadline
2023 Fall Term 07/13/2023 07/20/2023
2024 Spring Term 11/16/2023 11/27/2023
2024 Summer Term 04/15/2024 04/18/2024
Additional Deadlines Information

Deadlines for priority admissions, registration, fees, etc. are published on the website each term. Students may apply for minimesters or other special course offerings after the initial deadline date.

Admissions URL
https://www.easternflorida.edu/admissions/
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Distance Learning (as of 2023)

Online classes are an important way to earn a degree in fast-growth job fields and Eastern Florida State College is a nationally-recognized leader in online education.
Enrollment Procedures

Once you have applied to EFSC and completed all admissions requirements, you may register online via myEFSC or at any campus Admissions or Advising Office. Registration Information

Distance Learning Fees

In addition to tuition, there is a $15 fee per credit hour for online courses.

Additional Information

Eastern Florida Online Gives You:

  • The same quality instruction and service found on any of our campuses in an online, eLearning format
  • A shared vision, mission, goals, objectives and competencies as all EFSC classes
  • Full service access to learning resources and program advisement
  • Personal attention and confidential discussion with dedicated faculty
  • A diverse, technology rich learning environment.
  • Flexible scheduling: online courses offered during five terms per year
  • Collaborative and cooperative learning with computer/online access and skill enhancement
  • Access to campus-based and online student services and learning support
  • Protection and confidentiality for student records
Highest Enrollment Programs
  • Associate In Arts Degree
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Management
  • Business Administration
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems Technology
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN
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Distance Learning Courses

Eastern Florida State College publishes Distance Learning courses on the FloridaShines Course Catalog. Students enrolled in other Florida public institutions can start registration as transient students directly from the catalog.

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Campuses

Main Campus
1519 Clearlake Road
Cocoa, FL  32922
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(321) 632-1111
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Cocoa
1519 Clearlake Road
Cocoa, FL  32922
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(321) 632-1111
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Melbourne
3865 North Wickham Road
Melbourne, FL  32935
USA
(321) 632-1111
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Palm Bay
250 Community College Pkwy
Palm Bay, FL  32909
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(321) 632-1111
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Titusville
1311 North US 1
Titusville, FL  32796
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(321) 632-1111
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Programs

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Advising

Academic Support Services

Eastern Florida State College takes seriously its responsibility to provide Academic Support services to meet the individual needs of all students. Our departments and programs include:

  • Academic Advising,on each campus assist with planning a degree program, understanding responsibilities as a student and succeeding in your academic career at EFSC.
  • Academic Success Centers, on each Campus offers comprehensive academic assistance and support, including tutoring, to help students succeed.
  • Mentor relationships between students, trained faculty or staff can be part of a Student Life Skills.
  • Student Success Advising provides students with high-quality, intensive personalized assistance to develop and implement tools to improve academic success. This service is open to all students and is especially beneficial for students with concerns about the academic rigors of college and those struggling to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards,

Non-Traditional Student

Other support services:

The Military and Veterans Service Centercoordinates resources and educational financial benefits for active military personnel, veterans and their families who are attending Eastern Florida State College.

TRiO-Student Support Services, providing academic support for first-generation college students (students whose natural or adoptive parents have not completed a bachelor's degree) and students with low taxable income

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Campus Life (as of 2023)

Eastern Florida offers an outstanding educational opportunity, with year-round sunshine, four great campus locations along Florida's east coast and the Central Florida theme parks nearby.
Activities
Greek Academic Organizations
Greek Fraternities
Greek Sororities
Social Fraternities
Social Sororities
Academic Honor Societies
Professional Associations
Marching Band
Special Interest Clubs / Organizations
Symphony Orchestra
Student Government Association
Theater
On-Campus Housing Options
Co-Ed
Female Only
Male Only
Eastern Florida State College offers Co-Ed housing but not Female Only or Male Only housing. 1.00% of students live on campus.
On-Campus Services
Fitness Services
Child Care Services
Medical Services
Eastern Florida State College offers Fitness services but not Child Care or Medical services.
Additional Information

Students need a voice in their college. That's why the leaders of Eastern Florida State College organized the Student Government Association (SGA) and made sure there's a branch on each EFSC campus. You'll find that SGA, and each campus' Student Activities Office, are involved in everything from organizing fun events to relieve the stress of final exam week to screening and approving new student clubs.

Explore all the clubs and events on your campus. It's easy to get involved – just contact the student activities director at your campus or the sponsor for the club you're interested in. This is also your one-stop location for a calendar and information about student events.

Student Government participation, either as an officer or volunteer committee member, is an opportunity to enhance your leadership skills, including involvement at the local, district and state levels of student government through the Florida College System Student Government Association (FCSSGA).

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Sports

The Eastern Florida State College Titans are a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) which has more than 525 member schools and are also part of the Florida College System
Intercollegiate Sports
Sport Men's Team Women's Team
Scholarships Available
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track
Volleyball
Additional Information

Eastern Florida State College has 11 varsity teams competing in the FCSAA and NJCAA region 8. Men's and women's soccer as well as men and women tennis, baseball and softball are in the Southern Conference while women's volleyball, men's and women's basketball are all in the Mid-Florida conference. The men's and women's golf teams also compete in NJCAA Region 8.

Titans Athletics has had a strong presence and tradition for many years in Brevard County, competing as Brevard Community College until the July 1, 2013 changing to Eastern Florida State College with the addition of bachelor's degrees. Despite the addition of four-year degrees, Eastern Florida State College continues to compete at the two-year NJCAA level and our student-athletes have two years of eligibility.

Many great student-athletes have represented the College and then gone on to finish their academic and athletic pursuits at other four-year institutions, including moving to NCAA Division I. Go Titans! 

Memberships
Eastern Florida State College competes as part of the following organizations:
  • NJCAA, FCSAA
  • NJCAA Region VIII Southern Conferen
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Returning Students (as of 2023)

If you’re a returning/readmit student who applied to EFSC one or more years ago and have not completed a course in the past year, you must complete a readmit application.
Admissions/Re-Admissions Instructions
Readmit students can apply online and will not be charged the $30 application fee. Student must provide updated residency documentation and transcripts from any colleges attended since leaving EFSC.
Financial Aid
Students seeking financial assistance should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for loans, grants and work-study.
Additional Information
Apply online using the Returning Student application.
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Contact Directory

Accelerated Options

Coordinator, Accelerated Learning
 (321) 433-7839

Admission

Admissions and Records

Athletics

General Contact Information
 (321) 433-5797

Career Center / Services

Renee Roth
 (321) 433-5626

Disability/Special Needs

SAIL Offices
 (321) 433-7715

Fees & Payments

Bursar

Financial Aid

General Contact Information
 (321) 433-7339

Honors Program Admission Info

Ilana Grimes, EFSC Dean of Instruction
 (321) 433-5856

Library Services

General Contact Information
 (321) 632-1111

Orientation

General Contact Information

Registration

Office of the Registrar
 (321) 433-7284

Returning/Adult Student Info

Admissions and Records

Scholarships

Financial Aid
 (321) 632-1111

Student Services

Enrollment Management

Transfer Student Information

Admissions and Records

Visitor Information

Recruiting
 (321) 433-5497