Polk County's largest higher education institution and leading workforce training provider The College also operates three charter high schools. We are Polk.
Polk State College, established in 1964, is a multi-campus institution serving more than 12,000 students with Bachelor of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, Associate in Arts, and Associate in Science degrees, as well as approximately 9,000 individuals in a wide range of certificate and workforce training programs. Polk State’s advantages include small class sizes; hands-on learning; dedicated
06/03/2026
Congratulations and welcome to Anastasios "Stasi" Kamoutsas!
Polk State College names Anastasios “Stasi” Kamoutsas as its sixth president | Polk State College The Polk State College District Board of Trustees named Anastasios “Stasi” Kamoutsas as the institution’s sixth president on Wednesday with a 5-0 vote. Kamoutsas, currently Florida’s Commissioner of Education, will join Polk State on July…
Polk State's Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program has extended its application period through June 30.
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06/01/2026
Apply now for Polk State College Foundation scholarships.
Polk State Foundation scholarship application open through June 15 | Polk State College The Polk State College Foundation’s scholarship application for fall 2026 funding is open June 1 through June 15. This is a secondary application window with limited scholarship availability. Students who were not selected during the…
Polk State's mural class has partnered with Denison Middle School to create three vibrant, school-spirited pieces that are transforming the hallways and building bridges between college and community.
The collaboration provided Polk State students with the opportunity to apply their skills in a real-world setting while helping Denison Middle brighten its spaces and inspire its young Panthers. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/c299b8y9
Polk State recently celebrated a major milestone for its Empower to Employ Program as its first cohort of students with intellectual disabilities successfully completed their second round of industry certifications, bringing them one step closer to meaningful employment.
The Empower to Employ Program is a comprehensive post-secondary transition initiative designed specifically for individuals with intellectual disabilities, providing them with the skills, experience and confidence to thrive in the workforce. It is a free, grant-funded two-year initiative, with tuition and fees covered by the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities. Learn more: tinyurl.com/j4cdjzt6
Enrollment is open for the Fall 2026 Semester! Get started on your future: https://tinyurl.com/3e9ja35x
05/22/2026
Polk State College will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in honor of Memorial Day. Saturday classes will meet on Saturday, May 23.
Polk State closed May 25 in honor of Memorial Day | Polk State College Polk State College will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in honor of Memorial Day. Saturday classes will meet on Saturday, May 23. Additionally, registration will continue for summer classes that start on June…
05/21/2026
The 2026 hurricane season begins June 1, and Polk State College officials encourage students, faculty and staff to be prepared.
Log in to the Polk Portal and check that all contact information is current to ensure you receive emergency notifications from the College.
Polk State encourages preparedness ahead of 2026 hurricane season | Polk State College The 2026 hurricane season begins June 1, and Polk State College officials encourage students, faculty and staff to be prepared. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center is forecasting a below average…
05/21/2026
⏰ Click below for important info on summer hours for various services, including the bookstores, libraries and tutoring centers.
Summer hours in effect for some Polk State services | Polk State College The Summer 2026 Semester is underway at Polk State College and some of the College’s resources and services will have shorter hours or are closed until the fall. Beginning this week, the Polk State Bookstore, located…
05/20/2026
💬 A message from Photography Professor Sarah Brewington Baarns: Buongiorno! The students (and us) are LOVING the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art (Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea).
📸 Follow along on their study abroad journey in Italy via the students’ Instagram takeover !