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Palm Beach State College

Lake Worth, FL·Public·www.palmbeachstate.edu/

Campus Identity

Beach TownVery Safe

Palm Beach State College is a public college in Lake Worth, FL. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 99/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Palm Beach State College is a public college in Lake Worth, FL. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 99/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,030
In-State Tuition
+$20 fees
$10,890
Out-of-State Tuition
+$20 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

20,000+

Suburban setting

Beach Access

7 miles

Palm Beach, FL

Ski Access

614 miles

Sapphire Valley Ski Area

Weather

Hot Climate

74°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

614 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts
Cataloochee Ski Area

North Carolina

643 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort

North Carolina

653 mi away
65 skiable acres4 lifts

Beach Town

Palm Beach, FL

Ocean access within 7.1 miles

7 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lake Worth, FL

66°Jan68°Feb71°Mar75°Apr79°May82°Jun83°Jul83°Aug82°Sep79°Oct73°Nov69°Dec

Station: WEST PALM BEACH 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

99/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10097100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
97/100
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

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,030$10,890
Fees
$20$20
Total
$3,050$10,910
In-StateOut-of-State
App Fee: $40

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

86 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
2,632 grads/yr$44,569
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
251 grads/yr$31,237
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
251 grads/yr$54,096
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
233 grads/yr$68,457
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
228 grads/yr$83,171

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's119 grads$85,210
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's228 grads$83,171
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate83 grads$78,216
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Bachelor's55 grads$69,612
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate233 grads$68,457
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's14 grads$67,713
Fire Protection
Certificate32 grads$66,689
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's73 grads$62,303
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate57 grads$57,893
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's11 grads$56,659

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 Palm Beach State College located?

Palm Beach State College is located in Lake Worth, FL. The main campus address is 4200 Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Palm Beach State College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Palm Beach State College charges $3,030/year for in-state students and $10,890/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $10,910/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Palm Beach State College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the application fee for Palm Beach State College?

The undergraduate application fee at Palm Beach State College is $40. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Is Palm Beach State College the right fit for me?

Whether Palm Beach State College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($10,890/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lake Worth, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Palm Beach State College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Palm Beach State College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Lake Worth, FL
Size
20,000+
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 74°F avg
App Fee
$40
On Campus Safety Score
99/100
Nearest Airport
West Palm Beach, FL (PBI) · 5 mialso BCT (16 mi), FXE (29 mi)

Location

Lake Worth, 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.