Polk State closed 1/20 in observance of MLK Day
Polk State College and its collegiate high schools will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled. Registration will continue to…
Polk State resources support student success on Civic Literacy Exam
Passing the Florida Civic Literacy Exam is a newer requirement for Polk State College students to earn an associate or baccalaureate degree. The College is continuing to work to ensure that students are aware and…
Resources available for Polk State personnel and students following Hurricane Milton
As students, faculty, and staff recover from Hurricane Milton, Polk State College has compiled a list of community resources to assist those impacted by the storm. Polk State’s campuses and centers reopened on Monday, October…
Polk State closed Monday for Labor Day
Polk State College will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. The College will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled on Aug. 31. Registration continues…
What Polk State students should know for the Fall 2024 Semester
With the Fall 2024 Semester underway today, it’s important for Polk State College students to know how to access resources and get the help they need to succeed in their classes. Below is a list…
Financial aid still available for Polk State students
The start of the Fall 2024 Semester is now less than three weeks away for Polk State College students. Looking for more good news? It’s not too late to apply for financial aid for the…
Polk State Lake Wales to host Ready to Soar giveaway with 500 backpacks & 1,500 books
Polk State College is hosting its Ready to Soar event on August 17 at the JD Alexander Center in Lake Wales to provide students and families with support and resources as the new school year…
Memorial Day: Polk State College will close May 24 through May 27
Polk State College will be closed from Friday, May 24, through Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. Saturday classes will not take place, but registration will continue for summer. Enrollment is open for…
Summer hours in effect for some Polk State services
As Polk State College transitions to the summer, many of the College’s resources and services will have shorter hours or be closed until the fall. Beginning this week, the Polk State Bookstore, located on the…
Polk State creates FAFSA page to keep students informed on latest changes
With ongoing changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), Polk State College has created a FAFSA page that will help students stay up to date on the latest developments. The changes to…