Campus Identity
St Petersburg College is a public college in St. Petersburg, FL. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Follow Along
@spcnews
Follow on X (Twitter)
At a Glance
St Petersburg College is a public college in St. Petersburg, FL. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
St Petersburg College is a 20,000+, urban school. The campus is 7 miles from St. Pete Beach, FL and 499 miles from Cloudmont Ski.
School Size & Setting
20,000+
Urban setting
Beach Access
7 miles
St. Pete Beach, FL
Weather
Hot Climate
72°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
St Petersburg College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Cloudmont Ski, 499 miles away. All are within 539 miles of campus.
Alabama
North Carolina
North Carolina
Beach Town
Students at St Petersburg College are 7 miles from St. Pete Beach, FL, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
St. Pete Beach, FL
Ocean access within 7.3 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg has a hot climate, with winters averaging 62°F in Jan and summers peaking around 84°F in Aug.
Station: ST PETERSBURG ALBERT WHITTED 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
St Petersburg College in FL earns a composite safety score of 96/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
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.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,682 | $9,286 |
| Fees | $739 | $1,512 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $3,421 | $10,798 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
91 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 St Petersburg College located?
St Petersburg College is located in St. Petersburg, FL. The main campus address is 244 Second Ave. N, St. Petersburg, FL. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend St Petersburg College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, St Petersburg College charges $2,682/year for in-state students and $9,286/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $9,286/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $1,471/year — what students actually pay. Use St Petersburg College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is the application fee for St Petersburg College?
The undergraduate application fee at St Petersburg College is $40. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.
Is St Petersburg College the right fit for me?
Whether St Petersburg 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 ($1,471/year after aid), campus culture in St. Petersburg, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh St Petersburg College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with St Petersburg College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- St. Petersburg, FL
- Size
- 20,000+
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 72°F avg
- App Fee
- $40
- On Campus Safety Score
- 96/100
- Nearest Airport
- Tampa, FL (MCF) · 9 mialso PIE (10 mi), TPA (15 mi)
Location
St. Petersburg, FL