Program Overview
This program provides students with a basic foundation in network server administration. Students who success fully complete this college credit certificate are exposed to the competencies included in the following industry certifications: CompTIA’s A+, Network+, and Linux+; Microsoft’s MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate), Windows Server & Desktop.
Requirements for Admission
All requirements must be passed with a minimum grade of C.
For assistance with registration, fill out the form to get in touch with a program advisor.
Program Cost, Scholarships and Aid
Program Costs Breakdown
Tuition for 24 Credit Hours
- $2,562.48 Florida Residents
- $9,189.60 Non-Florida Residents
Additional Expenses
- Pricing varies for books and laptop
Minimum Recommended Hardware
- Current generation Intel Core Series (i3, i5, i7, i9) or AMD Ryzen equivalent
- 8 GB of RAM or more
- 256 GB hard drive or larger
- Webcam, microphone and speakers
- WiFi or Network (Ethernet) Adapter Card for Broadband - 100/1000Mbps
- Broadband internet connection
- Operating System recommended: Windows 10 or macOS
Scholarships
There are many scholarships available for Santa Fe College students to apply to. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.
Program Length, Format and Curriculum
Program Core
- CTS1131 Computer Essentials (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1134 Introduction to Networking (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1120 Fundamentals of Information Security (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2327 Windows Desktop (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2328 Windows Server (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2321 Linux Administration (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2322 Linux Administration 2 (3.0 credit hours)
Technology Electives
Choose one from the following:
- CTS2142 IT Project Management (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1132 PC Technician (3.0 credit hours)
- CET1600 Cisco Networking Fundamentals (3.0 credit hours)
- CET2661C Computer and Network Security (3.0 credit hours)
- CET2883C Network Security Advanced (3.0 credit hours)
- CIS2352 Ethical Hacking (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1939 Special Topics (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2939 Special Topics (3.0 credit hours)
Cost of Attendance
Disclosure
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not the bill that you will receive from Santa Fe College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Santa Fe College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses.
Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance below are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.
Undergraduate Lower Division Courses (A.A./A.S. Degree Courses)
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
| Tuition and Fees In-State: $106.77 per credit Out-Of-State: $382.90 per credit | In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 | In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $9,679 | $2,619 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $4,228 | $4,228 |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $3,062 |
| Total | In-State: $19,229 Out-Of-State: $25,856 | In-State: $13,255 Out-Of-State: $19,882 |
Undergraduate Upper Division Courses (Bachelor Degree Courses)
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
| Tuition and Fees In-State: $126.33 per credit Out-Of-State: $428.83 per credit | In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 | In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $9,679 | $2,619 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $4,228 | $4,228 |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $3,062 |
| Total | In-State: $19,698 Out-Of-State: $26,958 | In-State: $13,724 Out-Of-State: $20,984 |
*Off-Campus: you intend to live off campus, but not with your parent(s).
**Off-Campus with Parent: you intend to live with your parent(s).
Note: All costs and rates are subject to change for the upcoming year.
For more detailed information visit SF's Cost of Attendance page.
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