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Admission Deadlines

Generic Track: Generic Application
Fall 2025 Semester
Early Admissions: January 15 – March 1
Late Admissions: March 15 – March 25
Spring 2026 Semester
Early Admissions: June 1 – September 1
Late Admissions: October 15 – October 25

Transition Track: Transition Application
Fall 2025 Semester
Early Admissions: January 15 – March 1
Late Admissions: March 15 – March 25
Spring 2026 Semester
Early Admissions: June 1 – September 1
Late Admissions: October 15 – October 25

RN to BSN program: Application
Note: Beginning with the Fall 2025 Semester, all applicants must apply to the program with an application through ETRIEVE, the application windows are as follows:
Fall 2025 Semester
Early Admissions: January 15 – March 1
Late Admissions: March 15 – March 25
Spring 2026 Semester
Early Admissions: June 1 – September 1
Late Admissions: October 15 – October 25

Events

Thu May 01

Graduation

Thursday, 5/01/25 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM RP Funding Center 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland

Thu May 01

Graduation

Thursday, 5/01/25 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM RP Funding Center

Mon May 05

Last Faculty Work Day

Monday, 5/05/25 - All Day

Associate in Science in Nursing – Transition Option

The Transition Option of the Polk State College Associate in Science in Nursing degree program is a limited-admission, pre-licensure program for the individual who already has a healthcare certificate or is a licensed practical nurse, paramedic, respiratory therapist, or military medic (I.e., as verified by DD 214, Member Copy 4 Form). The Transition Option is an accelerated program, with curriculum designed with the assumption that the individual has considerable experience in healthcare. An individual who is eligible for the Transition Option, but who has limited acute-care experience or who has significant work or family responsibilities, should consider applying for the Associate in Science in Nursing–Generic Option instead.

Program Progressions Information:

ASN Transition Progression Plan

RN-BSN Program Preparation: Please see program flyer. Some students may have additional general education requirements needed to complete the RN-BSN program.