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Key College

Fort Lauderdale, FL 2 year Private
Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 6 to 1
Acceptance rate 67%
Students retention rate 50%

Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Key College is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. Key College operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Key College is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Key College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 6-to-1, Key College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Key College is 50% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Florida is 85%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Key College do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2017 admitted students

66.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$11,085

Cost of attendance at Key College in 2022 for students from Florida.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Florida's average $3,874
National average $15,344

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$11,085

Cost of attendance at Key College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Florida's average $14,069
National average $15,344

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 50 of freshman students at Key College received on average $7,095 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,095
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1 50% $2,315 $2,315
Other Federal Grant 1 50% $2,565 $2,565
State Grant/Scholarships 1 50% $4,280 $4,280
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1 50% $250 $250
Total Grant & Scholarships 1 50% $7,095 $7,095

Service Offerings

Key College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Key College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training