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Emerald Coast Technical College

DeFuniak Springs, FL·Public·www.ectc.edu/
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Campus Identity

Emerald Coast Technical College is a public college in DeFuniak Springs, FL. The nearest beach is about 32 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 80/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Emerald Coast Technical College is a public college in DeFuniak Springs, FL. The nearest beach is about 32 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 80/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Campus Lifestyle

Emerald Coast Technical College is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 32 miles from Destin, FL and 265 miles from Cloudmont Ski.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Beach Access

32 miles

Destin, FL

Ski Access

265 miles

Cloudmont Ski

Weather

Hot Climate

63°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Emerald Coast Technical College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Cloudmont Ski, 265 miles away. All are within 374 miles of campus.

265 mi away
352 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
374 mi away
4 lifts

Nearest Beach

Students at Emerald Coast Technical College are 32 miles from Destin, FL.

Destin, FL

Ocean access within 32.0 miles

32 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · DeFuniak Springs, FL

DeFuniak Springs has a warm climate, with winters averaging 51°F in Jan and summers peaking around 82°F in Jul.

51°Jan55°Feb60°Mar67°Apr75°May80°Jun82°Jul82°Aug78°Sep69°Oct59°Nov53°Dec

Station: DE FUNIAK SPRINGS 1 E · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

Emerald Coast Technical College in FL earns a composite safety score of 80/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

80/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10033100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
33/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

In-StateOut-of-State
$19,093avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

17 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Computer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsCertificate
19 grads/yr$32,347
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsCertificate
18 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
10 grads/yr$48,618
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersCertificate
8 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
6 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate10 grads$48,618
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Certificate19 grads$32,347
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate5 grads$26,740
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Certificate18 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate8 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate6 grads
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
Certificate3 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate3 grads
Computer Programming
Certificate2 grads
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Certificate2 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Emerald Coast Technical College located?

Emerald Coast Technical College is located in DeFuniak Springs, FL. The main campus address is 761 N 20th St, DeFuniak Springs, FL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

Is Emerald Coast Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Emerald Coast Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($19,093/year after aid), campus culture in DeFuniak Springs, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Emerald Coast Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Emerald Coast Technical College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
DeFuniak Springs, FL
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 63°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
80/100
Nearest Airport
Crestview, FL (CEW) · 24 mialso EGI (24 mi), VPS (29 mi)

Location

DeFuniak Springs, FL

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.