Polk State students help local factory employees improve English speaking skills
A collaborative effort among Polk State College, Leadership Winter Haven and Cardinal Equipment Services recently resulted in students helping employees develop skills that could pay dividends long-term. Professor Carol Martinson’s College Composition I class, which…
Dual enrollment student wins statewide essay contest with piece on Polk State alum
One Polk State College alumnus served as the inspiration for a dual enrollment student, which culminated in a tour of the governor’s mansion and a scholarship. Tevay Berry, a ninth-grade dual enrolled student at Freedom…
Polk State Nursing earns top spot in Florida thanks to investments from state and healthcare partners
Polk State College’s Nursing Program ranks among the top Associate in Science in Nursing programs in Florida when evaluated by both first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate and program size, boasting a remarkable 97.4% first-time licensure pass…
Expanded Polk State Speech and Debate Team shines at FCSAA Tournament
Since last year, the Polk State College Speech and Debate Team has quadrupled in size and during this year’s FCSAA Forensics State Tournament, it made its presence felt. As a team, Polk State finished third…
Polk State to host three open house events during Spring 2026 Semester
Polk State College is slated to host open house events on both campuses and the JD Alexander Center during the Spring 2026 Semester. Prospective students and families are invited to tour campuses, meet faculty and…
Polk State Music students perform and record at Full Sail University
Polk State College Music students recently took their learning beyond the classroom during a visit to Full Sail University, where they performed and recorded in a professional studio. The experience offered valuable insight into both…
Polk State to close for Presidents Day 2026
Polk State College and its collegiate high schools will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. The day has been designated as a state holiday as part of Florida’s recognition…
Polk State Nursing application open through 3/1, late admission starts 3/15
Applications are open for the Polk State Nursing Program. The early admission window closes March 1. Late admission will be available from March 15 through March 25. Polk State Nursing is a limited-admission, highly sought-after…
Polk State OTA announces new application period, dates for 2026 info sessions
The Polk State College Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program has announced a new, longer application period and more than 20 online information sessions to be held throughout 2026. The application period will now run from…
Cadet Major in top 3% of cadets nationwide chooses Polk State for aerospace training
Stella Nawyn graduated high school with an impressive resume and no shortage of options as an aviation enthusiast from South Florida. When choosing her next school, however, it was Polk State College’s Aerospace Program that…