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Hillsborough Community College
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Hillsborough Community College Academics
Hillsborough Community College (HCC) is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) with four campuses and two centers across Hillsborough County in the Tampa, Florida area.
The school offers associate degrees, including associate in arts (AA), associate in science (AS), and associate in applied science (AAS). All degrees are designed to prepare students for four-year colleges or universities, except for the AAS degree. This degree focuses on preparing students for entry-level positions in the workforce.
In addition, continuing education, certificates and distance learning classes are also available. With Hillsborough Community College’s distance learning classes, students can obtain certifications, college credit and even entire degrees without ever stepping foot on campus. Classes are conducted online with coursework completed online, too.
Hillsborough Community College Admissions
Hillsborough Community College is open to all students interested in furthering their education, who have graduated with a diploma from a secondary school or equivalent.
There are five basic steps for admission to HCC:
- Submit an application for admission (which is available online from the HCC website), along with a non-refundable application fee
- Provide transcripts (either high school or prior college)
- Apply for financial assistance (if needed)
- Take placement tests
- Attend student orientation and meet with an academic advisor
As part of the school’s admissions process, the National Student Clearinghouse performs all degree and enrollment verification.
Hillsborough Community College Financial Aid
Hillsborough Community College provides a variety of financial aid options. Students may be eligible for grants, scholarships, loans, work-study, or a tuition payment plan. The school provides several resources for students seeking financial aid, including a detailed website, forms obtainable online (including FAFSA), and entrance and exiting counseling. The school’s website also provides a detailed description of all grants, loans and scholarships available.
Hillsborough Community College Students
Hillsborough Community College serves a wide range of commuting students, including students preparing for four-year institutions, students seeking associate degrees, continuing education students, and working professionals.
On each campus, a variety of clubs and organizations are offered for students to join, giving them the opportunity to participate in organized activities, develop friendships and be involved in college life.
A library can be found on each campus, providing a number of resources for students’ coursework. Most libraries are open at least six days out of the week with Sunday and holidays being closed.
In addition, Hillsborough Community College campus life offers a number of varsity sports to enjoy, student publications, WXYB Hawk Radio, cultural and special events including art shows, dances, music and a variety of exhibits.
Hillsborough Community College Athletics
Hillsborough Community College is currently Florida’s ninth largest community college for athletics. Founded in 1968, their program includes men’s baseball, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, women’s softball, women’s tennis and women’s volleyball. HCC is part of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).
Sports scholarships are awarded to students every year contingent upon academic eligibility as well as the coach’s discretion. Currently, the school offers over 60 scholarships for women’s sports and about 30 scholarships for men’s sports. The school mascot is the Hawks.
Information Summary
Ranks 2431st overall and 86th in Florida
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
46.6 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$4,041 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
26 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
60% / 45% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
21,293 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Tampa, FL 33606
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,960 (14,960 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 7,273 (1.88 people per house) |
| Median Household Income | $49,291 |
| Families | 2,850 (2.86 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 1,770 |
| Pop. — Asian | 322 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 33 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 81 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 12,702 |
| Pop. — Other | 300 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Multicampus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Very large two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Hillsborough Community College?
Ranks 3078th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $1,688 | $1,688 | $6,752 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $403 | $403 | $716 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $56 | $56 | $225 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $4,041 | $4,041 | $9,418 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $15,480 | $15,480 | $20,857 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $9,516 | $9,516 | $14,893 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $1,983  $2,091 |
$1,983  $2,091 |
$7,231  $7,468 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,950  $1,950 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $5,964  $5,964 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $4,860  $5,475 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $4,860  $5,475 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Hillsborough Community College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Hillsborough Community College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NJCAA |
|---|
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Hillsborough Community College Ranks 4616th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,769 | 628 |  38% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,191 | 402 |  25% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,281 | 149 |  9% |
| Student Loan Aid | $2,369 | 285 |  17% |
| Any financial aid type | 937 |  57% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Hillsborough Community College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 187 | 258 | 445 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 1,265 | 2,723 | 3,988 |
Hispanic | 1,773 | 2,702 | 4,475 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 375 | 463 | 838 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 33 | 54 | 87 |
White Non-Hispanic | 4,722 | 6,546 | 11,268 |
Race Unknown | 82 | 110 | 192 |
| Total | 8,437 | 12,856 | 21,293 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Hillsborough Community College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 620 | 938 | 1,558 | |
| 26 | 181 | 207 | |
| 157 | 36 | 193 | |
| 168 | 16 | 184 | |
| 97 | 15 | 112 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Hillsborough Community College Ranks 1828th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $51,280 ($51,701 male / $50,924 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 262 (120 male / 142 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 902 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.3 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $3,339,727 |
Hillsborough Community College Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Hillsborough Community College (HCC) is a two-year community college, located in Hillsborough County, Florida. HCC was one of the last community colleges to be created in Florida, founded in 1968. Only Pasco-Hernando Community College, out of the 28-school Florida community college system, was founded later.
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6 months ago
Anthony
hmmm...judging by the terrible spelling that jessica has displayed, I'd say HCC may not be so great
about 1 year ago
Nashawn REDFOXX1 ((at)) live dot com
This School Sounds Great I would like to go for Cinematography my question is after completion can i transfer to a 4-year college if yes this will be the best choice and i would love to start soon thanks
about 1 year ago
JESSICA SWEETASCANDY92 ((at)) MYWAY dot COM
HILLSBOROUGH COLLEGE WAS A FABULAS COLLEGE THE EXPERIANCES WERE FANTASTIC! I LOVED EVERYTHING MOMMENTS THE CLUBS THE FRIENDS THE BALL GAMES..EVERYTHING.. IF U DECIDE TO COME TO THIS COLLGE BE SURE TO HAVE AN ON CAMPUSS HOME U WONT REGRET IT ITLL BE WELL WORTH YOUR MONEY
over 2 years ago
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