Management Certificate
Nine business courses for a standalone credential, or a first step toward a bachelor's.
How to Apply
Applying to Florida Southern is straightforward. Here's what the process looks like
— from your first step to your first day of class.
See the Doctor of Physical Therapy and Florida Teacher Workshops pages for their separate application steps and details.
What to Expect
One process applies across all adult and graduate programs, with some variation in the materials you must submit depending on your program.
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Create your account and complete the online application. There is no application fee for adult bachelor's, master's, or doctoral programs.
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Every program has its own checklist — official transcripts are required for all programs, and most ask for a resume and a personal statement. Some programs require additional materials such as licensure verification, video responses, test scores, or an interview.
Check your program page for a full checklist, or review Application Requirements by Program for details on supplemental items.
Your admissions counselor can also walk you through exactly what your program requires. Make an Appointment
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Once your file is complete, your application moves to the admissions committee. Most programs offer rolling admissions, so decisions are made on an ongoing basis — you don't have to wait for a term deadline. Your counselor will contact you if anything is missing.
Decisions are communicated by email. Check your spam folder if you haven't heard within two weeks of submitting a complete file.
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When you're admitted, you'll receive an offer letter by email. To secure your spot:
- Graduate and doctoral students: Submit your non-refundable enrollment deposit — it's applied directly to your first semester's tuition.
- Adult bachelor's students: No deposit is required.
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File your FAFSA as early as possible. Most programs offer federal loans, employer tuition reimbursement, and graduate assistantships. Your admissions counselor can help you understand your options.
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Once you submit your deposit and financial aid is in place, you'll register for your first term. Your advisor will help you build a schedule that fits your life.
Look for a welcome email from the Office of Adult and Graduate Admission with next steps, including any orientation requirements.
Current FSC undergraduate?
You may be able to start your master's early and finish in one additional year through our 4+1 accelerated programs.
Not Pursuing a Degree?
Not every path at Florida Southern leads to a degree, and the process for getting started varies. If you're interested in one of these options, visit its program page to learn more.
Florida Teacher Workshops
FLDOE-approved courses to meet Florida certification or recertification requirements.
Pathway to CPA
Accounting and business coursework to meet Florida's CPA exam and licensure requirements.
Not Sure Where to Start? Talk to a Counselor
Our admission counselors can help you choose the right program and walk you through what you need to apply, by phone, video, or in person.
