Polk State College

4 Year
Winter Haven, FL
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Overview

Total enrollment

10,318

Location Winter Haven, Florida
Website polk.edu
Type Public 4 Year
Setting Small City

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad

Polk State College is a public institution located in Winter Haven, Florida, approximately 50 miles east of Tampa and 50 miles southwest of Orlando. The main campus occupies 100 acres near Lake Elbert, featuring modern classroom buildings and technical facilities spread across a suburban setting. Founded in 1964 as Polk Junior College, the institution has evolved into a state college offering both two-year and four-year degrees, with focused programs in nursing, business administration, aerospace sciences, and criminal justice. The college maintains multiple campuses throughout Polk County, including locations in Lakeland and Lake Wales, and provides extensive distance learning options. On-campus housing is not available, as Polk State primarily serves commuter students from the central Florida region.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

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Annual Cost to Attend

Florida Resident Tuition

$2,694

Out of State Resident Tuition

$9,817

Breakdown

Tuition $2,694
Books and Supplies $2,698
Other Fees $707
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $12,186
Budget for Other Expenses $3,964
Total One Year Cost $22,249

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$34,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Polk State College are Liberal Arts and Humanities, Health Professions, and Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting. 52% of students major in Liberal Arts and Humanities, 20% in Health Professions, and 10% in Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting.