HCC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $2,491
- Out-of-State Tuition: $9,088
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at HCC:
- Total Enrollment: 21,483, including 8,990 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 40.2% men, 59.8% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 34%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 145 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 8 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's.
HCC Overview
Hillsborough College (HCC) is a four-year, public school located in Tampa, FL. It is classified as medium Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The HCC's tuition & fees is $2,491 for Florida residents and $9,088 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 53% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,391.
The school has a total enrollment of 21,483 and the students to faculty ratio is 23 to 1 (4.35%).
Hillsborough College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Hillsborough College is $2,491 for in-state students and $9,088 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $2,493 for Florida residents and $9,077 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $2,491 | $9,088 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $2,493 | $9,077 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Hillsborough College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at HCC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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