
About
South Florida State College, located in Avon Park, Florida, was founded in 1965 and has an annual enrollment of over 16,000 students. The school was originally known as South Florida Community College, but changed its name in 2012 when it followed many other two year institutions in the state and began offering a limited selection of four year programs.
The school operates three campuses in the counties of Highland, DeSoto, and Hardee. SFSC is one of the many schools that comprise the Florida College System.
Academics
South Florida State College offers a variety of programs that allow students to choose which path is right for them, though it primarily focuses on community workforce development through career training programs that offer an education in the industries and areas that are in the highest demand in the service area.
Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate. Individuals may choose to pursue academic transfer by completing a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year program, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution to complete their bachelor's degree. Students applying to the supervision and management bachelor program will apply separately and completer all four years at SFSC.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
South Florida State College is an open enrollment institution. Any individual who is eighteen years of age or has earned a high school diploma may enroll through the submission of an application and payment of fees.
Students should supply transcripts and test scores, as well as participate in new student enrollment and meet with a counselor prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and are awarded based on need as determined by the information provided by the student in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,300. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $15 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range:
- State Residents: $3,100-$3,800
- Out-of-State: $12,000-$14,190
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $110-$130 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $390-$470 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 96% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 73% | $4,771 |
Receiving Student Loans | 9% | $2,817 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, South Florida State College may provide services to students like:
- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for South Florida State College compared to community colleges in Florida, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
South Florida State College | Highlands County | Florida | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 46.6% | - | 36.8% |
Transfer-out Rate | 9.4% | - | 12.6% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 2003)
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 2003)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 2013)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Florida
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2009)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by South Florida State College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Landscaping (C)
- Horticultural Science (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B)
- Office Management and Supervision (A, C)
- Entrepreneurship (C)
- Administrative Assistant (C)
- Bookkeeping (A, C)
- Operations Management
- Hospitality Administration and Management
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking (C)
- Computer Programming (A)
- Information Technology
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- System Administration
Construction Trades
- Lineworker (C)
- Electrical and Power Transmission Installation (A)
- Property Management
Education
Engineering Technology
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, C)
- Computer Engineering (A)
- Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering cad
- Computer Aided Design (CAD)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician
- Biomedical Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Medical Executive Assistant (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Medical Assistant (C)
- Nursing Assistant
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
- Culinary Arts (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (C)
- Corrections Officer (C)
- Law and Justice Administration (A)
- Fire Prevention (A)
Transportation and Materials Moving
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to South Florida State College.
- Polk State College in Winter Haven, FL (34 miles away)
- Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, FL (63 miles away)
- State College of Florida Manatee - Sarasota in Bradenton, FL (67 miles away)
- Valencia College in Orlando, FL (68 miles away)
- Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, FL (71 miles away)