Undergraduate
First-Year Students
Step 1:
Start Your Application
In addition to the Florida Southern Preferred application, Florida Southern College supports the most popular application platforms in higher education including Common Application and Coalition Application. Use the one that works best for you.
FSC Preferred App
The FSC app is a quick way to apply. With some info. already filled in, you’ll be that much closer to the finish line!
(For a start date in January, access the spring application.)
Common Application
Coalition for College

Check Your Application Status

Southern Showcase
November 18
Step 2:
Know the Deadlines
Keeping these dates in mind as you set your goals. Florida Southern first-year applicants may apply Early Decision, Regular Decision, or for spring admission.
Early Decision
Nov 1
Notification Date: December 15
Enrollment Deposit Date: January 15 (non-refundable)Early Action
Nov 1
Notification Date: December 15
Enrollment Deposit Date: May 1Regular Decision
Mar 1
Notification Date: Rolling
Enrollment Deposit Date: May 1
Frequently Asked Application Questions
Step 3:
Send Supporting Materials
In addition to the Florida Southern Preferred application, Florida Southern College supports the most popular application platforms in higher education including Common Application and Coalition Application. Use the one that works best for you.
Requirements for First-Time Applicants
- Official high school transcript
- Personal statement
- SAT and/or ACT scores, unless applying Test-Optional.
- Academic recommendation
- All official college transcripts
Are you a transfer student? An international student? See additional information about admissions requirements
Send Your Materials To:
Office of Admissions
Florida Southern College
111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive
Lakeland, FL 33801-5698
Fax:
863.680.4120
E-mail:
fscadm@flsouthern.edu

Meet your Counselor
Personalized Guidance
Next Steps Once Admitted
Congratulations! We can’t wait for you to join us on campus!
Accept Our Offer of Admission
When you submit your enrollment deposit, you save your space in the upcoming Class and residence halls.
The enrollment deposit is $500 if you plan to live on campus and $300 if you’ll commute. You may pay online or by phone at 863.680.4131.
Submit Your FAFSA
We encourage all families to complete a FAFSA. Be sure to include Florida Southern (001488) as a school of choice.
Connect With Us!
From video tours to online information sessions, we have lots of resources for you to experience Florida Southern virtually!
Ready to visit campus in person? Check out our on-campus visit options.
FSC Enrollment Checklist
Complete your next steps on the FSC Enrollment Checklist. Here you’ll be able to complete your New student enrollment form (AKA: housing application if you’ve submitted your housing deposit), medical forms, and provide a proof of identification.

Meet Future Classmates!
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