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- School Code: 147200
- Phone: (941) 256-0000 x000
- School Homepage
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Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
85%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,228Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at Chipola College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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Chipola College (Chipola)
18150 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, FL
Chipola College gives students the opportunity to earn either a two year associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree (in addition to a variety of certification programs) at a public institution, which makes it a very appealing option to students who aren’t sure where their college career is going to take them yet. Located in Marianna, Florida, students are often attracted to the warm weather and the quaint small town feel of northern Florida. The town of Marianna has a population of 6,230 and is home to several tourist destinations, such as the Florida Caverns State Park and the Chattahoochee River, both of which are near U.S. Civil War locations.
In 2012, in-state tuition was extremely low at $3,100. However, for out of state students, tuition more than doubled to the rate of $8,657, which makes it less of an appealing choice. There are a wide range of programs to study, including Criminal Justice, Child Care Management, Business Administration, and Teacher Education. Chipola College has quite a few on campus amenities which make life easier for students, including sports teams, a food court, a campus radio and campus bookstore. All of these help to enhance the experience of students and make their time at Chipola College more enjoyable for everyone.
Most students at Chipola College are receiving some type of federal aid, and there a few different types of scholarships available in addition to the traditional student loan packages offered by the federal government. For students that qualify, there are Florida’ Bright Futures Scholarships, Florida Medallion Scholarships, and Florida Academic Scholarships. If you are a Florida resident looking for a school where you can succeed academically and that gives you the option to choose from a variety of programs and degree lengths, Chipola College might be the right school for you.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chipola offers an associate's degree program in liberal arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 96 |
Female | 171 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 5 |
Asian | 1 |
Black | 30 |
Hispanic | 9 |
White | 213 |
Multiple Races | 5 |
Non Resident Alien | 3 |
Unknown | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at Chipola College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Chipola accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Chipola College may provide services like:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Chipola is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country