Despite a high sticker price, this school is affordable for many families due to generous need-based aid.
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What You'll Pay at St Petersburg College
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$4,005
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
St Petersburg College Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$1,471
St Petersburg College Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
+$716 (stipend)
$30–48k
$677
$48–75k
$4,005
$75–110k
$8,923
$110k+
$11,943
Understanding Your Aid Package
St Petersburg College has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$4,005/year
Low-income families: Receive $716 refund
Get personalized cost estimates and assess whether borrowing makes sense.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$16,868
Range (25th–75th)$4,399 – $21,480
Median Parent PLUS Loans$9,400
Debt Manageability
0.31x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$42,557
Earnings Growth
+17%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Value Added
+$-1,158
53th percentile among peers
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$23,808
25th %ile
$63,709
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about St Petersburg College Cost & Financial Aid
St Petersburg College's published tuition is $12,885 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $4,005—a difference of $8,880.
Yes, St Petersburg College is effectively free for low-income families. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically receive a refund of $716 after aid exceeds costs.
St Petersburg College offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for St graduates is $16,868, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $179 over 10 years.
Even families earning over $110,000 pay an average net price of $11,943 at St—still $942 less than the sticker price. Most families qualify for some form of aid.
