Undergraduate
Transfer Students
Transferring to Florida Southern is Easier Than You Think
Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? More than 100 students just like you transfer to Florida Southern each year, taking advantage of FSC's flexible credit transfer policies, financial aid, and special scholarships just for transfer students!
Why FSC?
Exceptional Academic Programs
A Supportive Community
Excellent Career Outcomes
Top Choice for Transfers
Transfer Preview Day
Are you thinking about transferring? We're here to help you every step of the way! At Florida Southern's Transfer Preview, you'll get the inside scoop on how to make a seamless transition and maximize your credits—without the guesswork.
Take a Campus Tour
How to Apply
Students choose the application timeline that meets their personal goals. Transfer students are accepted on a rolling date basis but we strongly encourage you to apply before the priority deadlines to maximize your scholarship opportunities.
Completing Your Application
We're all about making applying as simple as possible. That's why we offer three easy ways to apply to FSC - none of them require an application fee.
Deadlines for Admission
Rolling Admission dates mean transfer students receive decisions approximately 2 to 3 weeks from the date their application and all credentials have been received.
Fall
Priority Application Date: May 1Priority Deposit Deadline: June 1
Regular Application Deadline: June 1
Regular Deposit Deadline: July 1
Spring
Priority Application Date: December 1
Deposit Date: December 15
Supplemental Materials
- Official college transcripts from all schools previously attended
- An official final high school transcript. (If you have completed less than 25 credits.)
- Social Standing Form or Common Application College Report or Coalition Application Transfer Report
- International students: We require official TOEFL iBT, IELTS, or SAT/ACT Test scores if English is not your native language.
Official college transcripts should be ordered and sent directly to Florida Southern College via Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse. You can also have them mailed directly to:
Office of Admissions
Florida Southern College
111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive
Lakeland, FL 33801-5698
Accepted students will automatically receive a transfer credit evaluation.
Will My Credits Transfer?
Florida Southern accepts college-level coursework from other accredited institutions of higher education, as long as they meet the College's transfer eligibility requirements. Typically, we transfer:
Courses with a
C
or better.
Up to
62
credits from a community college.
Up to
93
credits from a four-year college or university.
Frequently Asked Questions
Meet your Counselor
Already Accepted?
Congrats! Ready to take your next steps towards becoming a member of the FSC community?
1
Submit Your FAFSA
We encourage all families to complete a FAFSA. Be sure to include Florida Southern (001488) as a school of choice.
2
Pay Your Enrollment Deposit To Hold Your Place
Your enrollment deposit saves your place at Florida Southern, makes you eligible for scholarships and financial aid, and secures your residence hall room. 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.
3
Complete Housing Form
This form allows our community living team to know your housing preferences and emergency contact information. Due ASAP after submitting deposit and found on the enrollment tab of your FSC application status page.
4
Review Transfer Evaluation of Credits
An evaluation of your college transcripts submitted from previous colleges and universities attended was completed by the Florida Southern College registrar's office and emailed to your application email address. Be sure to review the documents sent to you on how your credits transferred to Florida Southern College.
5
Submit Final Official College Transcripts
After you have completed your current semester courses, be sure to request your final official college transcripts to be sent directly to FSC from all colleges and universities previously attended. FSC cannot accept college credits from unofficial transcripts. Be sure to also submit any official AP, IB, AICE, or CLEP examination scores so we can grant credit for examinations completed with an acceptable score.
Once we receive your final official college transcripts with grades included from your most recent semester, our registrar office will be able to begin working on your final transfer credit evaluation and academic degree audit based on your major. Final transcripts must be submitted prior to a Transfer Advising Days appointment.
6
Provide Proof Of Student Identity
We have recently updated our policies for verification of student identities. You will need to complete this process prior to beginning coursework at Florida Southern College. To satisfy this requirement, you must provide a copy of your government issued photo identification. You are encouraged to provide this identification in advance of your arrival by uploading a copy via your Student Status page. You will be required to provide your official ID when you arrive on campus in order to receive your FSC ID. Due by July 15 and found on the enrollment tab of your FSC application status page.
Acceptable forms of ID include: state issued driver’s license, state issued photo identification card, or unexpired government issued passport.
7
Finalize Financial Aid Awards
Accept or decline your student loans, review terms and conditions, and complete other important next steps to finalize your aid package.
8
Register For Transfer Advising Days
Enrolling transfer students will be required to register for an appointment to meet with an academic advisor to create your schedule. Transfer advising days will take place over the phone or on Zoom. In advising meetings, students will...
- Receive a degree audit that outlines out how transferred courses will go into your degree
- Go over course schedules and offered courses
- Get registered for classes