Polk State Nursing application windows are changing
Polk State College Nursing is changing its application windows to allow prospective students more time to apply to the limited-access, highly sought-after program. For the Fall 2024 Semester, the generic track application for the Associate…
Polk State OTA Program prepares graduate for rapid ascension in field
As Marlee Nickerson was on the cusp of graduating from Polk State College with her Associate in Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), she aspired to a supervisory position within five years. Instead, it took…
Reminder: Civic Literacy Exam is required for graduation
For students who enrolled in college for the first time starting in the Fall 2021 Semester or later, the state of Florida requires them to pass National Government (POS2041) or American History (AMH2020) with a…
Polk State study abroad program a life-changing experience for soon-to-be Harvard grad
For soon-to-be Ivy League graduate Alex Dyer, a study abroad trip to Europe as a Polk State College student changed his outlook on the world and prompted him to get involved. He has received the…
Polk State’s Warriors for Wellness 5K announces discounts for select groups through March 25
Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant programs will host the inaugural Warriors for Wellness 5K on Saturday, April 6, 2024, on the Winter Haven Campus. General registration is $35 but there…
Polk State Basketball to celebrate seven outgoing sophomores in season finale
Prior to Polk State Basketball playing its last game of the 2023-24 season on Monday night against No. 14 Eastern Florida State College, seven sophomores will be celebrated as they take the Health Center floor…
There’s still time to enroll for eight-week classes that start March 4
The Spring 2024 Semester at Polk State College is well underway, but there is still time to enroll for the second session of eight-week classes which will start on March 4. Currently enrolled Polk State…
Polk State Aerospace remains on cutting edge of technology to prepare aspiring pilots
Polk State College Aerospace is revered as a quality program that provides aspiring pilots with the most realistic flight experiences possible before they ever step foot in the cockpit. A recent equipment acquisition builds on…
Polk State VP for Resource Development focused on building relationships, supporting students
Dr. Steve Warner has led a successful career in education but his arrival at Polk State College as the institution’s Vice President of Resource Development and Executive Director of its Foundation is perhaps where his…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate recognized as Polk County’s top high school
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School has been recognized as the top school in Polk County and among the best schools in the state of Florida. The high marks came from U.S. News & World…