
From Polk to the pastures of Alaska: Polk State OTA grad finds rewarding career in horse therapy for children

With a dream of blending nature and healing, Melissa Siewert, a 2023 Polk State Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate, found her calling among Alaska’s mountains. Siewert works with children through a unique blend of occupational therapy…

Enroll now for the Fall 2025 Semester, which starts August 11 at Polk State College

The final session of summer classes starts today, but registration for the Fall 2025 Semester continues. Fall classes will start on August 11. Admission Prospective students can submit a free online application to Polk State. Information on…

Legislature approves budget with key funding that supports Polk State’s growth

The Florida Legislature approved the 2025-2026 state budget last week, securing critical support for Polk State College’s continued growth and development. The budget, pending the governor’s signature, maintains the College’s operational funding and includes significant…

10th-graders achieve success at Polk State’s collegiate high schools

Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School completed their first school year with 10th-graders on the roster, and they are proud to report that these students achieved…

Polk State College awarded $2.8 million Job Growth Grant to establish welding program, advance workforce training

FloridaCommerce announced Friday that Polk State College is one of five colleges awarded a Florida Job Growth Grant to expand its advanced manufacturing and industrial trades training programs. The $2.8 million grant will support the…

Enroll now for summer and fall classes at Polk State College

Registration for summer and fall classes is still underway at Polk State, and the College is encouraging students to enroll for summer classes as a way to get ahead or stay on track toward their…

Enrollment is open for the Fall 2025 Semester at Polk State College

Open registration for the Fall 2025 Semester has started. Fall classes will start on August 11. Admission Prospective students can submit a free online application to Polk State. Information on how to complete orientation and register for…

Summer classes start, open enrollment for fall begins May 27

Summer classes start today, and there is still time to enroll for the second session of six-week classes that will begin on June 24. Enrollment for the Fall 2025 Semester will begin on May 19…

Polk State extends summer fees deadline to May 9

Polk State College is currently experiencing technical difficulties affecting financial aid transactions at its bookstores. Students attempting to use their financial aid awards for in-store purchases are temporarily unable to complete their transactions. The College…

Register now for the Summer 2025 Semester at Polk State College

Open registration is taking place for the Summer 5 Semester. Classes will start on May 7. Enrollment for the Fall 2025 Semester will begin on May 19 with priority registration, and open registration will begin…