Ridge Technical College

Winter Haven, Florida · Public, <2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$23,170

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

98.9%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

407

In-state tuition

$3,930

Out-of-state tuition

$10,530

Cost of attendance

$27,493

Median earnings (10y)

$33,484

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

9 program areas reported · Heavily focused on trades & services (67% of credentials).

  • STEM7%
  • Health25%
  • Business1%
  • Trades & services67%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

15 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate190$16,400
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate62
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate55
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate41
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate26
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate20
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate19
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection.Undergraduate certificate17
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services.Undergraduate certificate15
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Undergraduate certificate14
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate12
Ground Transportation.Undergraduate certificate12
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate11
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Undergraduate certificate11
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Ridge Technical College

Ridge Technical College is a small institution located in Winter Haven, Florida, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 407 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Personal services, Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Ridge Technical College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $23,170 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $3,930 for in-state students and $10,530 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,493 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 98.9%, a strong completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $33,484 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Ridge Technical College confers degrees and certificates across 9 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Personal services, Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (67% of credentials), health (25% of credentials), stem (7% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Winter Haven, Florida (city), Ridge Technical College draws students from across Florida and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Ridge Technical College

Q.How much does Ridge Technical College cost?

The average net price at Ridge Technical College is $23,170 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,493.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Ridge Technical College?

Ridge Technical College has a 6-year graduation rate of 98.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Ridge Technical College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Ridge Technical College graduate earns $33,484 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Ridge Technical College?

Published tuition is $3,930 in-state and $10,530 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Ridge Technical College located?

Ridge Technical College is located in Winter Haven, Florida (ZIP 33881).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Ridge Technical College at their official website.