Admission Steps

 

To find more information about Polk State program path offerings, please schedule a meeting with an advisor.

Click on the bold red links for details.

COMPLETE THE FREE APPLICATION AT POLK.EDU

  • Apply now — it’s free!

COMPLETE ORIENTATION ONLINE

  • Orientation needs to be completed to register for classes.

COMPLETE CAREER ASSESSMENT

  • Explore interests, aptitudes, abilities and careers.

GET TO KNOW POLK STATE EMAIL, POLK PORTAL AND CANVAS

  • Email
  • Polk Portal
  • Canvas
  • Etrieve

ESTABLISH RESIDENCY

  • In-state tuition saves you money. It is not just about living in Florida.

Proof of U.S.  Citizenship or Lawful presence

  • In accordance with Rule 6A-10.0240, Florida Administrative Code, effective Aug. 5, 2026, all applicants for Spring 2027 and after (including new, readmit, and dual enrollment applicants) must attest they are either a United States citizen or that they are lawfully present in the United States as part of the admissions process. Applicants must also provide documentation verifying their attestation before they may enroll. Students who do not submit the required documentation or whose documentation cannot be verified will not be permitted to register for classes until the requirement has been satisfied. Additional information regarding acceptable documentation and submission procedures is available through the Admissions & Registrar’s Office.

COMPLETE TESTING AND PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

  • Are you ready for college-level courses? Take the P.E.R.T. and find out.

APPLY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OR OTHER FORMS OF PAYMENT

  • How do you pay for college? Lots of options! But you must start ASAP.

SUBMIT OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

  • High school
  • Other post-secondary institutions
  • Special credits like AP, CLEP, IB, DANTES and more
  • Transcripts from other countries (international transcripts)
  • Transcript Evaluation Process

VISIT ADVISING AND REGISTER FOR CLASSES

BUY YOUR BOOKS, GeT Your Student id AND GO TO CLASS!

  • Check your schedule for textbook information
  • Know important dates, times and locations
  • Know the reference numbers for classes
  • Get your student ID Card (required)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Dual-enrolled students follow additional steps here.
International/visa students follow additional steps here.

If you are a veteran, want to use disability services, or are in a special program like TRiO, please follow the links for additional information.