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Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida · Public college
Address: 501 W State St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 · Phone: (904) 633-8100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Florida State College at Jacksonville is a public trade school in Jacksonville, FL, offering cosmetology, CDL/truck driving, and EMT training, accredited by SACS and program-specific bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $13,562 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,244; this campus's completion rate versus the state average of 70.5% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact Florida State College at Jacksonville for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 36.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $37,700 | $50,640 | $62,380 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,390 | $76,750 | $82,650 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,270 | $62,440 | $75,170 |
| Dental hygienists | $75,960 | $91,980 | $96,060 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
| Machinists | $39,870 | $57,140 | $63,860 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,760 | $43,590 | $47,570 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,300 | $60,490 | $73,900 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 108 | not reported | $16,478 | $6,498 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 107 | not reported | $40,485 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 59 | not reported | $16,478 | $6,498 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 57 | $34,575 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | not reported | not reported | $7,491 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $47,318 | $42,682 | $15,498 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 24 | $43,060 | $44,170 | $8,415 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $47,318 | $42,682 | $15,498 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | $28,236 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | $51,273 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 13 | $43,060 | $44,170 | $8,415 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $34,575 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $34,575 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $43,060 | $44,170 | $8,415 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $34,575 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $28,236 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | $47,318 | $42,682 | $15,498 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $34,575 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | not reported | $38,289 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Florida State College at Jacksonville is a public trade and career school located in Jacksonville, Florida. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for training. The college holds regional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Its most-completed trade programs are cosmetology (167 completers), CDL/truck driving (107 completers), and EMT & paramedic training (66 completers), among 30 total program offerings spanning fields like welding, HVAC, dental assisting, and diesel mechanics.
Federal data shows the statewide average completion rate is 70.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $13,562, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,244. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 36.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend.
With a large program count spanning short certificate tracks (cosmetology, CDL, EMT) to longer allied-health credentials (dental hygiene, surgical technology), this campus can suit both quick career-entry seekers and those pursuing more clinical, multi-term training; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so confirm timelines directly with the school. To verify accreditation status or check updated outcome figures, contact the school or review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard listing for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Florida State College at Jacksonville offers 30 trade and career programs, with the most completions in cosmetology (167), CDL/truck driving (107), and EMT & paramedic training (66). Other program families include welding, HVAC, dental assisting, radiology technology, and diesel mechanics.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, plus program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and accreditors for occupational and physical therapy education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate in Florida is 70.5%, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,562, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,244, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (904) 633-8100 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Florida State College at Jacksonville is a public institution. Public schools are generally state-subsidized, which can mean lower tuition for in-state residents compared to private for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to ask about program duration for a specific field.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's federal data profile at the College Scorecard link (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?133702) or contact the school directly at (904) 633-8100 or via https://www.fscj.edu/.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short career-entry programs, like cosmetology and CDL training, and longer allied-health credentials, such as dental hygiene and surgical technology, which may suit different schedules and goals. Specific fit depends on individual program length and format, which are not reported for this campus in federal data, so confirm details with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to ask about licensing exams tied to a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Florida State College at Jacksonville by phone at (904) 633-8100 or visit its website at https://www.fscj.edu/ for application details.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.