by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a FSCJ degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how FSCJ measures up.
FSCJ is ranked #44 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Florida, it ranks #4 of 132 for value.
Among the majors FSCJ offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Accounting / Finance | #1 of 22 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics & Special Effects | #1 of 65 |
| Graphic Communications | #1 of 76 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | #1 of 24 |
| Networking / Security | #1 of 24 |
| Computer Systems Networking | #1 of 24 |
| Information Technology Management | #1 of 34 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #1 of 34 |
| Other Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting & Related Protective Services | #1 of 12 |
| Other Homeland Security | #1 of 12 |
Read the full FSCJ value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Florida State College at Jacksonville is ranked #40 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #4 out of #132 for Florida value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the FSCJ financial aid page to be sure.
Florida State College at Jacksonville is ranked #44 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Florida State College at Jacksonville is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at FSCJ costs about $6,465. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $25,859 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $9,100 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $4,128 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $6,465 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $25,859 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the FSCJ net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a FSCJ degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $36,400 | — | — |
| All Students | $25,859 | #44 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $16,512 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $36,400 | — | — |
| All Students | $25,859 | #4 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $16,512 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at FSCJ shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $664 |
| $30K–$48K | $2,435 |
| $48K–$75K | $5,084 |
| $75K–$110K | $7,503 |
| Over $110K | $8,994 |
About 53% of FSCJ undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $4,881 per year. Get more details on the FSCJ financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average FSCJ cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.