Meridian College

7020 Professional Pkwy E
Sarasota, FL 34240
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Meridian College serves 199 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 67%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 199 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Minority enrollment: 56%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Meridian College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Meridian College
(FL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
n/a
188 staff
Number of Programs Offered
7
11
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Meridian College has declined by 16% over five years.
The Meridian College diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.75. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
199 students
1,236 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
20:1
# Full-Time Students
199 students
588 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
648 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
199 students
282 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
199 students
587 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
295 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
832 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
58 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
174 students
% Asian
n/a
5%
% Hispanic
19%
31%
% Black
17%
19%
% White
44%
33%
% Hawaiian
18%
2%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.75
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5393%
63%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$10,735
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
442
SAT Math
n/a
429
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Meridian College?
The acceptance rate of Meridian College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
What is Meridian College's ranking?
Meridian College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Florida for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 199 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Minority enrollment: 56%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Florida public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,761 per year for in-state students and $11,352 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,490 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Florida is 78%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Florida community colleges have a diversity score of 0.75, which is higher than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Florida is Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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