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The College of the Florida Keys
Key West, Florida · Public college
Address: 5901 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040 · Phone: (305) 296-9081 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The College of the Florida Keys is a public trade and career school in Key West, Florida offering EMT training, diesel mechanic, and culinary programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $9,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,508; the campus completion rate versus the state average of 70.5% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for The College of the Florida Keys; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and about 27.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,300 | $60,490 | $73,900 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | 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
The College of the Florida Keys is a public college located in Key West, Florida, serving a remote town setting. The school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV), and its accreditation includes the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Higher Learning Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Among its trade and career offerings, the campus most commonly awards credentials in EMT and paramedic training, diesel mechanic programs, and culinary and pastry arts, totaling 5 program families and 13 trade completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 1,012.
Federal data show the state 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 $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,508. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 27.8% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of the student body has financial need.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on trade credentials such as EMT training, diesel mechanics, or culinary arts, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so fit for adult career-changers should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcome data directly through the school's accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The College of the Florida Keys offers EMT and paramedic training, diesel mechanic training, and culinary and pastry programs, among 5 total program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Higher Learning Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 70.5%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,508, per federal data.
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 (305) 296-9081 or visit https://www.cfk.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs and different funding sources than private or for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?133960.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program lengths and scheduling details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The College of the Florida Keys at (305) 296-9081 or through its website, https://www.cfk.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare institutions in the area.
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.