Why Choose Us

Here, there's no such thing as an average student.

Why choose us? Because we choose you.

We choose to give you the chance to be a typical college student. And engage in a campus atmosphere where students get together in the bookstore, study rooms, online in virtual classrooms, cafes and courtyards. All four of our conveniently located campuses are unique with their own individual character and always buzzing with activity. And most important, with real academic progress.

These are just a few of the reasons you should choose us. Here are a few more:

Affordable Tuition

Our tuition is about half what you’d pay at a state university. Financial aid and scholarships make us even more affordable. Each year, we award more than $1 million in institutional scholarships and more than $40 million in financial aid.

Academic Excellence

At Seminole State, you’ll learn from quality, engaged professors with master's and doctoral degrees. Plus, our Grindle Honors Institute lets you maximize your academic experience.

Personal Learning Experience

Seminole State takes a student-centered approach to education, with small class sizes that allow you to work closely with instructors and receive more attention and hands-on learning. 

Bachelor's Degree Programs

Earn your bachelor’s degree in a high-demand field at Seminole State! Take advantage of our strong partnerships with local business and industry and curricula that meet modern workforce demands.

Flexibility

We give you options that fit your busy schedule. 200+ career-focused programs including fast-track certificates to get you skilled in a trade, four campus locations and online classes.

Transfer Pathways

We offer DirectConnect to UCF®, which provides guaranteed admission* to the University of Central Florida. Graduates with an associate degree can also transfer to one of Florida's 12 state universities as a junior.