
Graduate credits Polk State for solidifying career path, transferring to UF

Ximena Villegas is the first generation in her Mexican family to attend college and is inspired by her parents’ work ethic to achieve a career in immigration law. She received her Associate in Arts degree…

Polk State Lakeland Collegiate alum graduates from MIT

Sergio Perez fondly remembers late nights studying English flashcards with the help of his mother “when she didn’t know the language herself.” Now he reflects on how far he has come as an alumnus of…

Polk State Physical Therapist Assistant Program accepting applications, hosting info session

Polk State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program is accepting applications now through February 16 for the next class starting in the Summer 2024 Semester. The program is also holding an informational session on January 24…

12-week classes start February 5, 8-week classes start March 4

There is still time to enroll for the Spring 2024 Semester at Polk State College. Twelve-week classes will start on February 5 and the second session of eight-week classes will start on March 4. Currently…

Polk State Cardiovascular Technology students achieve rewarding careers before graduation

Polk State College’s Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) Program celebrates a 100% job-placement rate and a 95% licensure pass rate on first attempts, with many students receiving job offers before they even have their Associate in Science…

Polk State JD Alexander Center to host open house January 25 in Lake Wales

Polk State College invites prospective students, their families, and community members to an open house at the Polk State JD Alexander Center on January 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 152 E. Central…

There’s still time to enroll for Spring 2024 Semester at Polk State College

The Spring 2024 Semester at Polk State College has started with 16-week classes and the first session of eight-week courses, but there is still time to enroll for 12-week classes that will start on February…

Apply for Polk State Foundation scholarships February 1 – 28

The Polk State College Foundation’s application for scholarships for the 2024-2025 Academic Year will be open from February 1 through February 28. The Foundation awards approximately $1.4 million in scholarships annually. Students can visit polk.academicworks.com to create…

Soft launch for 2024-25 FAFSA form underway

The U.S. Department of Education is in the soft launch period for the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Polk State College students are encouraged to apply early but there will be…

APPLY NOW for 10th & 11th grades at Polk State’s collegiate high schools

Polk State College’s collegiate high schools are launching 10th grade to expand accelerated learning opportunities and preparation for students interested in the collegiate program. Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High…