
Polk State welcomes freshmen at 2023 First Flight

Polk State College welcomed more than 800 first-time-in-college students to the 2023-2024 Academic Year during two First Flight Freshmen Welcome events on the Winter Haven and Lakeland campuses. Students had the opportunity to meet with…

What Polk State students should know for the Fall 2023 Semester

With the Fall 2023 Semester underway on Monday, it’s important for Polk State students to know how to purchase books, apply for financial aid, and get the help they need to succeed in their classes.…

Polk State provides alum with motivation, foundation to pursue graduate school

When Berenis Revelo started her higher education journey as a dual enrollment student in high school, she didn’t know just how far it would take her. As the first generation in her family to attend…

Federal emergency financial aid available for fall 2023

Emergency financial aid grants awarded through the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) will be available through the Fall 2023 Semester. All students who submit completed applications will be considered for funding. Students must complete…

Polk State launches Associate in Science in Hospitality & Tourism Management degree program

Polk State College has launched the Associate in Science in Hospitality & Tourism Management Program for students seeking a degree and certifications that lead to in-demand, high-wage careers in Polk County’s booming industry and beyond.…

Application open for Polk State Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

The application period for entry into Polk State College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is now open. The program was recently reaccredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. It has successfully held…

Meet Student Government: An exciting year is ahead for Polk State

Polk State College serves 20,000 students each year and is home to three Student Government Associations spanning the Winter Haven, Lakeland, and Lake Wales campuses. Their officers have been hard at work this summer participating…

AdventHealth Dean of Nursing brings more than 30 years of experience to Polk State

Between the clinical and academic settings, Dr. Deleise Wilson arrives at Polk State College with more than three decades of nursing experience. Wilson, the College’s first AdventHealth Dean of Nursing at Polk State, began her…

Polk State Occupational Therapy Assistant Program to host info sessions ahead of September application period

Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant Program will host informational sessions in August and September for individuals interested in applying for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. Sessions will take place: Thursday, August 10, at 11 a.m.…

USF clinical grad student: Starting off at Polk State has many advantages

Courtney Jenkins comes from a family of strong women whom she calls “bright lights” in the lives of others. Inspired to become a bright light herself, Jenkins is pursuing a master’s degree in the Clinical…