Polk State College
Former names | Polk Junior College (1964–1971) Polk Community College (1971–2009) |
|---|---|
| Type | Public college |
| Established | 1964 |
Parent institution | Florida College System |
| Accreditation | SACS |
| Endowment | $34.1 million (2024) |
| Budget | $70 million (2024) |
| President | Angela Garcia Falconetti |
Academic staff | 150 (full-time) 212 (part-time) |
| Undergraduates | 8,180 (fall 2022) |
| Location | , , United States |
| Campus | Small city |
| Colors | Red, yellow, and black |
| Nickname | Eagles |
Sporting affiliations | NJCAA Region 8 – Suncoast Conference |
| Website | www |
Polk State College (PSC) is a public college based in Winter Haven, Florida, United States, and is part of the Florida College System. Established in 1964, PSC operates its main campuses in Winter Haven and Lakeland, with additional education centers in Bartow and Lake Wales. The college offers both associate and bachelor’s degrees.
PSC also operates three charter high schools on its Winter Haven and Lakeland campuses, allowing high school students to earn an Associate in Arts degree while completing their high school diploma.
The college also participates in the Suncoast Conference of the NJCAA Region 8, offering athletic programs in men's basketball, baseball, and women's cheerleading, soccer, softball, and volleyball. The men’s basketball team has won several conference and regional championships.