Academic Programs & Learning
Academics at Key College — retention rates, distance education, enrollment intensity, and student support.
What About Academic Quality at Key College?
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
6:1
Average students per faculty member
Full-Time Retention
25%
Students continuing to second year
How Key College Compares
25% retention is below the typical trade-college range (most schools run 50% or higher). The 6:1 student-faculty ratio provide additional context, but the headline number is worth understanding before committing — ask Key College what kinds of students typically succeed here, and what supports are in place.
Understanding Academic Quality Metrics
Student-Faculty Ratio: A ratio of 6:1 means there are approximately 6 students for every faculty member. This low ratio typically allows for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes.
Retention Rates: These show the percentage of students who return for their second year. Higher retention rates typically indicate student satisfaction, academic support, and program quality.
Graduation Rate Survey Cohort: 43% of entering students are tracked for graduation outcomes.
Where Do Online Students at Key College Come From?
Geographic distribution of students enrolled exclusively in online courses (Fall 2024 census)
Where exclusively-online students are located
About this data: The geographic breakdown above uses IPEDS Fall Enrollment census data, which captures a single-day snapshot. The enrollment figures in the "How Do Students Learn?" section above use 12-month unduplicated headcount, which typically shows higher numbers as it covers the full academic year. Both are official IPEDS data — they measure different things.
50% of Key College's exclusively online students are located in FL. An additional 43% study from other US states.
What Is the Academic Load at Key College?
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Analysis
FTE Analysis
Study Intensity:131.6% FTE ratio indicates students are primarily full-time
Academic Load: FTE represents the equivalent of full-time students based on credit hours, helping compare institutional capacity regardless of part-time enrollment.
At Key College, the FTE metric combines full-time and part-time enrollment into a single number, making it easier to compare with other institutions.
How Intensively Do Students Study at Key College?
Student Enrollment Intensity
The Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) ratio shows the average course load intensity. An FTE ratio of 1.0 means all students attend full-time, while lower values indicate more part-time enrollment.
Nearly all students attend full-time, indicating a traditional, immersive academic environment with full-time commitment.
FTE represents student enrollment adjusted for course load. Two half-time students equal 1 FTE.
FTE Ratio Scale
Enrollment intensity at Key College sits at 1.32 — a measure of how much of the student body is enrolled full-time versus part-time.
Academic Support & Resources
Academic Advising
Students have access to academic advisors who can help with course selection, degree planning, and career guidance. Contact the admissions office to learn about advising services.
Student Success Services
Many institutions offer tutoring, study groups, and academic success workshops. These resources help students develop study skills and overcome academic challenges.
For detailed information about academic support services, tutoring hours, and learning resources, contact Key College directly at visit their .
Key Academic Highlights
- Student-to-faculty ratio of 6:1 supports personalized learning
- Primarily full-time enrollment creates immersive learning environment
- Online students from FL and beyond (43% out-of-state)
Ready to Learn More About Academics at Key College?
Contact the admissions office to discuss academic programs, support services, and learning options.