Seminole State's admission requirements are divided into two types:

• College-credit students
• Career programs vocational-credit students

The listed requirements are meant to be a guideline. You may need to meet additional requirements based on:

• Your individual qualifications or circumstances.
• The program/course of study for which you are applying.

Our Admissions Office will provide you with information on your individual program-specific requirements. Our staff and counselors are always happy to help you determine what requirements you need to meet for admission to Seminole State.

For more information, call 407.708.2050 or complete an online information request.

General Requirements

To apply as a college-credit student, you must have a a high school diploma or a general education development (GED) diploma.

First-Time-in-College Students

Admission requirements will vary, based on the type of student category into which you fall:

• You must complete a college placement test (SAT, ACT or CPT) before enrolling.

Transfer Students

A transfer student is one that has attended a college or university before enrolling.

• The college or university you attended must be accredited by one of the regional accrediting associations.
• Credits earned are accepted if work is in an area and on a level normally included within the first two years of college, and you received a grade of "D" or better.

Transient Students

Transient students are "guest students." They take a course or courses at Seminole State that transfer back to their home college or university.

• You must be a student in good standing at your home school.
• Your enrollment ends after one semester.
• You must obtain a transient form from your home school.

International Students

International students have varying requirements. Please refer to our International Students Web page for more information.

Non-Degree-Seeking Students

Non-degree-seeking students take courses for career advancement or personal enrichment.

• You must meet the course's requirements before enrolling.

Post-Graduate Students

Post-graduate students have already earned a degree.

• Your requirements will vary based on the program you wish to take. Call the Admissions Office at 407.708.2050 for more information.

For more information, call 407.708.2050 or complete an online information request.

To apply to an applied technologies or vocational certificate program, you must have a a high school diploma or a general education development (GED) diploma.

If you do not meet these requirements, you can request that the admissions requirements be waived.

Special programs are those that:

• Have limited access.
• Require a state license after graduation.

Special Program Requirements

Special programs may have additional admission requirements. Call the Admissions Office at 407.708.2050 for more information.

Basic Skills Examination

Students who enroll in a vocational-credit certificate program or postsecondary adult vocational program of 450 or more clock hours must meet basic skills examination requirements, as set forth by the Florida State Board of Education.

For more information, call 407.708.2050 or complete an online information request.

Seminole State offers educational programs that help students without high school diplomas.

Admission requirements for these programs vary based on your individual circumstances.