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Broward College

#1979 in US ranking Fort Lauderdale, FL
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$16,323
Tuition & fees
$2,830
Avg. aid
$5,494
Receiving aid
72%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
39%
Median salary
$43,653
1 yr after graduation

What does Broward College offer in terms of athletics?

Broward College has a history of intercollegiate athletics in sports including baseball, basketball, softball, tennis, and volleyball. Those historical offerings should not be taken as confirmation that a particular varsity team is recruiting or competing in the current season.

Prospective athletes should confirm the active team roster, governing athletic association, eligibility rules, and competition schedule directly with the college before making an enrollment decision. Organized varsity competition is different from a student-run sports club or recreational fitness activity, and participation options may differ across campuses. An athletic scholarship should not be assumed from a sport's past presence at the college.

What student groups and Associations are available at Broward College?

Broward College students can participate in student government and recognized organizations built around academic interests, service, culture, and the arts. The selection and activity level of clubs can differ by campus and academic term.

Students interested in a particular field can look for related academic or professional groups, while those seeking creative outlets can explore theater, choral activities, and student media. The college reports a student-run newspaper. Before planning around a named group, students should check the current campus organization directory or student-life office for its recognition status, meeting location, and active schedule.

Who studies at Broward College?

Broward College enrolled 30,728 students in the reported institutional figures, making it a large college with a predominantly local student population. About 97% of students were Florida residents in the 2024-25 geographic data.

The student body spans several stages of life. The age counts include 8,287 students ages 18 or 19 and 4,237 under 18, alongside thousands in their twenties and older. The under-18 group is relevant when considering the college's school-age and early-college pathways; it should not be interpreted as the typical age of every degree-seeking classroom.

Reported enrollment includes 5,622 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 984 transfer-in students. The college also serves substantial Hispanic or Latino and Black or African American populations. These counts describe enrollment, not the experiences or academic goals of any individual student. A reported student-to-faculty ratio of 31 to 1 is an institution-wide measure and does not predict the size of a specific class.

How does student life look like at Broward College?

Student life at Broward College is shaped by its multiple locations, varied schedules, and nonresidential setting. For many students, campus time centers on classes, studying, services, and scheduled activities rather than residence-hall life.

Orientation and advising can help new students map requirements and find support at the location where they study. The college reports personal or psychological counseling services, and students may also connect through performances, student media, service activities, and campus programming. Because some students attend part time or balance college with work, checking event times and campus locations is especially useful when deciding how to participate.

What libraries are available to students at Broward College?

Broward College students have access to campus library services and academic research resources, including the South Regional/Broward College Library at South Campus. The institutional figures report four libraries, although hours and services should be checked for the particular location a student intends to use.

Libraries can support coursework through study space, help with finding and evaluating sources, and access to books and digital research materials. Students working remotely should check how to sign in to licensed databases and request research assistance. Shared or regional library arrangements can also mean that borrowing privileges, building hours, and available spaces differ from one location to another.

Broward College Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

30728

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

3277

Total staff

332 full time, 764 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Broward College Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 30,728

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 10,134
Part-time: 20,594

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 1,790
Men: 1,487

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 9,541
Black or African American: 8,534
White: 2,908
American Indian or Alaska Native: 43
Asian: 733
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 48
Two or more races: 713
Unknown: 651

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Broward College Sports & Athletics

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men––

Basketball

Both––

Softball

Women––

Tennis

Women––

Volleyball

Women––

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.