Hillsborough Community College
At a Glance
Founded in 1968 as part of a 28-member community college system, Hillsborough Community College is currently the seventh largest community college in the State of Florida, serving more than 44,000 students each year at its five campuses and three centers. HCC employs over 2800 staff and faculty, offers 190 academic options for students, and has an annual budget of over $220 million. Over 84 percent of graduates stay in the local community, and, together, HCC and former students contribute more than $1.1 billion in income and economic impact to Hillsborough County.
HCC is a member of NC-SARA, the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements, and welcomes students nationwide (except CA, who is not a member at this time).
Hillsborough Community College (HCC) is a Public institution located in the Central-West region of Florida. HCC has Regional Accreditation and is affiliated with Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
The main campus in Tampa, FL has a City feeling. 1% of students take advantage of the On-Campus Housing.
Hillsborough Community College offers programs that lead to the following types of degrees:
- Associate (2 yr.)
- Bachelor's (4 yr.)
- Certificate
- Associate In Arts
- Nursing / A.D.N. Basic
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Criminology & Criminal Justice Studies
- Culinary Arts
Student Body (as of 2023)
| Enrollment Type | Number of Students |
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| Full Time | 9339 |
| Part Time | 36598 |
Part-time students outnumber full-time students (3.92:1) at Hillsborough Community College.
| Ethnicity | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.30 |
| Asian | 3.40 |
| Black/African American | 18.10 |
| Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.20 |
| Hispanic/Latino | 30.20 |
| White/Caucasian | 36.00 |
| Other/Unknown | 11.80 |
The most common ethnicity is White/Caucasian (36%) followed by Hispanic/Latino (30.2%.)
| Gender | Percentage of Students |
|---|---|
| Female | 58.50 |
| Male | 41.50 |
At 58.5%, female students outnumber male students by a significant margin. Percentages are based on "as reported" values.
Visit our Facts and Information page at https://www.hccfl.edu/about-us/facts-and-information.
| Total Students: | 45,937 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Students: | 45,937 |
| Graduate Students: | 0 |
| Average Student Age: | 25 |
Costs and Financial Aid (as of 2023)
The HCC Foundation hosts several events to raise money for student scholarships.
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Scholarships
The HCC Foundation awards a variety of scholarships annually funded by private donations and events. For information on HCC Foundation Scholarships, visit our website:
Visit the HCC Financial Aid office to learn more about scholarships, or visit the HCC Foundation website to find out about other opportunities.
| Category | Cost |
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| Full-Time Tuition | 2506.00 |
| Books and Supplies | 1320.00 |
| Housing Costs | 8800.00 |
The total estimated full time costs of $12,626.00 consists of $2,506.00 for Tuition, $1,320.00 for Books and Supplies, and $8,800.00 for Housing.
Admissions (as of 2023)
HCC is an open access institution. See the HCC academic calendar for registration, financial aid, and payment deadlines.
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Each year more than 44,000 students pursue their goals at Hillsborough Community College. Our small class sizes, affordable tuition and guaranteed transferability to other state colleges and universities make HCC an ideal choice. With five different campuses, plus day, evening, and online classes, you can choose where and how you want to learn.
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Important - Review the Academic Student Services Calendar for dates and deadlines at
Distance Learning (as of 2023)
Students can complete Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degrees in several tracks, along with popular Certificate Programs entirely online. Course availability varies per semester.
Students apply to the college and enroll for courses through the regular process. Visit our Getting Started page to learn more. Online courses fill up fast. Complete your application and enrollment steps soon.
HCC's distance/online learning fee is $14 per credit hour.
Hillsborough Community College offers online programs in Business Administration, Education/Teacher preparation, Hospitality Administration, Liberal Arts, Math Education, Psychology, Criminology, and Criminal Justice, Optical Management Technology, and Fire Science Technology. Several college credit certificates are also available online. See our complete listing here.
- Business Admin & Management
- Opticianry
- Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies
- Fire Science Technology / University Transfer
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hillsborough Community 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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Advisors are available via phone or vitual appointment, or on a walk-in basis at any time. Students can see an advisor at any HCC campus. See our Advising webpage for contact information.
Campus Life (as of 2023)
Visit our Campus Life page at https://www.hccfl.edu/campus-life
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Hawks Landing student apartments are located on the Dale Mabry campus. They feature modern furniture packages, washer & dryer, private bedrooms, free Internet, Cable with HBO, swimming pool, activity room and 24-hour fitness center.
Sports
HCC HAWKS
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Visit our teams and events website here: https://www.hcchawks.com/landing/index
Listen Live to Hawks games: https://www.hccfl.edu/campus-life/hawk-radio and WMNF 88.5 HD4.
- NJCAA
- FCAA, Suncoast Conference, Region 8
Returning Students (as of 2023)
Returning to HCC is easy! Visit our admissions website below for details.