Largest Programs Information

The following table shows the 2025 tuition & fees of the largest programs at Suncoast Technical College with program length and completion time.
2025 Tuition & Fees of Largest Programs at Suncoast Technical College
ProgramTuition & FeesBooks & Supplies CostsProgram LengthAverage Completion TimeNational Average (in Vocational schools)
1Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training $6,669$1,4601350 Contact Hours13 Months $18,035
2Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician $7,752$1,8201800 Contact Hours24 Months $16,505
3Cosmetology/Cosmetologist $7,278$1,1661200 Contact Hours12 Months $16,042
4Electrician $4,353$1,2251200 Contact Hours12 Months $15,963
5Culinary Arts/Chef Training $5,304$8431200 Contact Hours12 Months $18,726
6Business Administration and Management $3,076$1,460900 Contact Hours10 Months $29,282

Tuition & Fees Trends Chart

The following chart shows the changes of tuition and books & supplies costs over the past 5 years. The cost is for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training program which is the largest program at Suncoast Technical College.

2025 Living Costs

The 2025 average living costs is $39,117 including room & board and other living expenses. The living cost at Suncoast Technical Collegehas increased by 7.73% from last year.
The following table and chart show the 2025 living costs and the cost trends over last 5 years at Suncoast Technical College.
Living Costs Trends
Suncoast Technical College 2025 Living Costs
(Off-Campus Living)
YearRoom & BoardOther Expenses
2021$19,500$6,175
2022$16,796$14,313
2023$17,875$15,236
2024$19,604$16,705
2025$21,580$17,537
Living Costs Trends Chart