Daytona State Recognized for Offering the Most Affordable Education Degree Programs in Florida in 2026 by Research.com

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. (February 5, 2026) – Daytona State College has been recognized for offering the Most Affordable Education Degree Programs in Florida for 2026, according to newly released rankings from Research.com, which evaluate institutions based on research, teaching, faculty, facilities and campus life.

“Student success is at the heart of everything we do at Daytona State,” said Dr. Tom LoBasso, President of Daytona State College. “We’re proud to offer high-quality programs that prepare students for meaningful careers while keeping education affordable and accessible. This recognition reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff, whose commitment helps students succeed in college, in their careers and in life.”

Daytona State’s School of Education offers seven Bachelor of Science in Education degrees: Elementary Education K-6, Exceptional Student Education K-12, Mathematics 6-12, Biology 6-12, Chemistry 6-12, Physics 6-12 and Earth/Space Science 6-12. The School also offers Alternative Certification & Renewal, Reading Endorsement, a Teacher Apprenticeship Program, GKT Prep and an Educator Preparation Institute.

"We distinguished Daytona State College for its outstanding achievements in education," Research.com said. "This award is a testament to the institution's dedication to academic excellence and student satisfaction with their programs. It was granted after a meticulous analysis of a wide range of metrics conducted by a team of experienced data scientists. This rigorous process ensures that the award truly reflects the institution's commitment to providing an exceptional education and fostering an enriching environment for its students."

The Daytona State recognition on the Research.com website can be found here [7ywmt8cab.cc.rs6.net]. DSC’s full Research.com rankings are here [7ywmt8cab.cc.rs6.net]. To learn more about programs offered by the School of Education, visit https://bit.ly/DSC_Education [bit.ly] .

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Offering more than 100 certificates, associate and bachelor’s degree programs, Daytona State College is the leader in education and workforce training needs of Volusia and Flagler counties and beyond. The College enrolls approximately 23,000 students a year at its seven campuses, with graduates serving in critical fields including healthcare, emergency services and public safety, aeronautics, business, education, hospitality, engineering, project management, accounting, computer science, digital media and more. Additionally, Daytona State generates nearly $943 million in economic impact in Volusia and Flagler counties annually and supports 13,612 jobs according to a recent labor-market analysis of the College’s economic impact.

Daytona State has been recognized as a leader in higher education numerous times. U.S. News & World Report ranks the College among the Top Tier Best Online Bachelor’s Programs. The U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency Center ranks DSC among the top 50 most affordable public four-year institutions in the country, with less than half the tuition of the national average. And U.S. News & World Report has ranked DSC among its Top Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans multiple times.