Eckerd College

Eckerd College, located in the vibrant city of St. Petersburg, Florida, is renowned for its intimate academic setting and strong sense of community. This close-knit liberal arts college fosters a culture of exploration and personal growth among its students.

1,986

Students

77%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,986

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

eckerd.edu

At Eckerd College, students are encouraged to think creatively and engage deeply with their academic pursuits. The lush waterfront campus offers a dynamic environment where learners can pursue a wide array of interests, from environmental science to international relations. Faculty at Eckerd are dedicated to mentoring and guiding students through both their academic and personal journeys. With an emphasis on experiential learning, study abroad opportunities, and leadership development, Eckerd provides a holistic education aimed at preparing students for meaningful, impactful lives.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Eckerd College?

77% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1244

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.61

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Eckerd College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Application Essay

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Eckerd College.

$ 70,592

Overall list price

$ 40,122

Average net price

$ 51,253

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Eckerd College?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Sunny

Average winter temp

65°

Average summer temp

83°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Eckerd College.

11:1

Student to faculty ratio

58%

4-year grad rate

68%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Eckerd are:

Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Environmental Studies
Biology/Biological Sciences, General

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Demographics

Who attends Eckerd College?

50

States represented

32

Countries represented

Yes

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,986

Women

70%

Men

30%

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Housing

What's it like living at Eckerd College?

$14,268

Room & Board

0.9

Housing units / student

86

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Eckerd College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.61.

How much does Eckerd College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $70,592 to attend Eckerd.

How many people attend Eckerd College?

1,986 people attend Eckerd. 1,986 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Eckerd College located?

Eckerd College is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Eckerd College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 67% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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