Admission Information
COL INFORMATION MEETINGS
All meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 (WLR 102)
Tuesday, January 12, 2027 (WFA Theatre)
Thursday, February 11, 2027 (WLR 102)
Location:
Polk State College — Winter Haven Campus
999 Avenue H NE, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Winter Haven Campus Map
Steps to apply:
1. Complete the Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School Interest Form to receive updates and a direct link to the application.
2. Schedule your PERT at Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School.
Register for PERT Testing
PERT TEST DATES
- Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 2:30 p.m.
- Friday, November 20, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 8, 2026 | 2:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | 2:30 p.m.
- 2027 Dates TBD
Location:
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School (WCL Building) on Winter Haven campus.
Ensure you have the required documents (test scores, high school course history/transcript) to complete the application.
Requirements for Admission
Incoming 10th Grade Applicants (Current 9th Graders):
- Minimum of 5 high school credits at the end of your ninth-grade year
- Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Earn the following PERT scores:
- Math – 100
- Writing – 92
- Reading – 92
Incoming 11th Grade Applicants (Current 10th Graders):
- Minimum of 11 high school credits at the end of your tenth-grade year
- Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Earn the following PERT scores:
- Math – 114
- Writing – 103
- Reading – 106
- Please click here for alternatives to PERT scores
Reference and Informational Links
Mometrix free online tutorials
Free PERT practice Tests online
Polk State College PERT Test Review
