Campus Identity
Hillsborough Community College is a public college in Tampa, FL. The nearest beach is about 23 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Hillsborough Community College is a public college in Tampa, FL. The nearest beach is about 23 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 85/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
School Size & Setting
20,000+
Urban setting
Beach Access
23 miles
St. Pete Beach, FL
Weather
Hot Climate
72°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Alabama
North Carolina
North Carolina
Nearest Beach
St. Pete Beach, FL
Ocean access within 22.7 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Tampa, FL
Station: TAMPA INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
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
Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,931 | $7,728 |
| Fees | $575 | $1,383 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $2,506 | $9,111 |
These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.
Calculate Your Net PriceFields of Study
93 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 Hillsborough Community College located?
Hillsborough Community College is located in Tampa, FL. The main campus address is 39 Columbia Drive, Tampa, FL. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Hillsborough Community College?
For the 2023–24 academic year, Hillsborough Community College charges $1,931/year for in-state students and $7,728/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $9,111/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Hillsborough Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Hillsborough Community College the right fit for me?
Whether Hillsborough Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($7,728/year out-of-state), campus culture in Tampa, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Hillsborough Community College against similar schools side-by-side.
Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Hillsborough Community College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Tampa, FL
- Size
- 20,000+
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 72°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 85/100
- Nearest Airport
- Tampa, FL (TPA) · 6 mialso MCF (7 mi), PIE (14 mi)
Location
Tampa, FL