Eastern Florida State College

Eastern Florida State College is a public four-year institution located in Melbourne, Florida, situated in a small city setting. The college enrolls 17,427 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 38.25 out of 100. Its completion rate stands at 51% (IPEDS 2023), reflecting a broad range of students pursuing certificates and degrees across technical and health-related fields.

The college offers an extensive array of programs spanning aviation, healthcare, and technology. Aviation offerings include Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology, Aircraft Powerplant Technology, and Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology at the certificate level. Healthcare programs include Registered Nursing, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Surgical Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care Therapy, Emergency Medical Technology, and Medical/Clinical Assistant credentials. Additional programs cover Network and System Administration, CAD/CADD Drafting and Design Technology, Medical Insurance Specialist, and Cosmetology.

Melbourne sits on Florida's Space Coast, providing students proximity to aerospace industry employers and a growing healthcare sector. Eastern Florida State College serves as a comprehensive technical and career-focused institution for residents of Brevard County and surrounding areas.