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Former name | Florida Presbyterian College (1958-1972) |
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Motto in English | Think Outside |
| Type | Private liberal arts college |
| Established | 1958 |
| Accreditation | SACS |
Religious affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
Academic affiliation | Space-grant Annapolis Group Oberlin Group CIC |
| Endowment | $58.3 million (2018)[1] |
| President | James J. Annarelli |
| Students | 1,822 |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | 188 acres (0.76 km2), suburban |
| Colors | Teal, navy, black |
| Nickname | Tritons |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division II – Sunshine State |
| Website | www |
Eckerd College is a private liberal arts college in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States. Founded in 1958, part of the campus is waterfront and beach on Boca Ciega Bay. Because of its location, Eckerd is considered a "beach school"[2] and has its own student volunteer maritime search and rescue team. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Eckerd is a member of the Annapolis and Oberlin groups of national liberal arts colleges.
- ^ As of June 30, 2018. "U.S. and Canadian Institutions Listed by Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Endowment Market Value and Change in Endowment Market Value from FY 2017 to FY 2018" (PDF). National Association of College and University Business Officers and TIAA. Retrieved November 5, 2019.
- ^ "New College Ranking and Review Aggregator Publishes List of Top Beach Colleges | Markets Insider".