Polk State Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $2,694
- Out-of-State Tuition: $9,818
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Polk State:
- Total Enrollment: 10,318, including 4,120 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 35.7% men, 64.3% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 35%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 19%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 64 academic programs available.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's.
Polk State Overview
Polk State College (Polk State) is a four-year, public school located in Winter Haven, FL. It is classified as Baccalaureate/Associate's College by Carnegie Classification
The Polk State's tuition & fees is $2,694 for Florida residents and $9,818 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 48% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $2,472.
The school has a total enrollment of 10,318 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
Polk State College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Polk State College is $2,694 for in-state students and $9,818 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $2,156 for Florida residents and $7,855 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $2,694 | $9,818 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $2,156 | $7,855 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Polk State College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Polk State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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