Seminole State College of Florida

Seminole State College of Florida

Sanford, FL, USA
Public
4 Year

Jeremy Waller's Review

Review of Seminole State College of Florida

Do you feel you’re learning a lot?

The college offers a wide breadth of study opportunities and there is truly something for everyone. The professors at the school have taught me both the power of learning, and how to like learning. The college has inspired me to spread my wings in search of new knowledge in various fields outside of the classroom, while at the same time teaching me to appreciate our world from the knowledge that I have learned inside the classroom. Instilling a love of knowledge is something this school does very well, and it is something that takes a lot of care and effort to provide.

Do you enjoy the experience at your school?

The college experience here has been highly enjoyable. The college has a low key aspect to it that makes it very friendly and welcoming to new students, and returning students alike. The campus staff are very friendly as well, and along with the teachers all of the workers at the school make the college transition seem less of a worry some event, and more of a gateway to discovery event, which allows students to fit in comfortable with the college and enjoy the experience.

Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?

I know a lot about the rates of colleges in the state of Florida, and Seminole State College is one of the cheapest. Cheap does not always equate to good education though, but in Seminole State College of Florida's case the college is both cheap ($96.80 per credit hour) and offers deeply fulfilling education in a wide variety of subjects with well versed professors in all fields. The college is especially good for foreign students who need an affordable yet worthwhile education and is also good for full-time employees as they offer many online classes at no extra charge. The college's nursing program is also highly regarded throughout the state of Florida and is definitely a worthwhile plan of study. The only possible problem centers around out-of-state students who have to reside in the state for at least a year before they can pay the normal tuition rates. Until they can prove they have lived in Florida for at least a year, they must pay 3 times the price (about $300 per credit hour).

Do you have any tips for prospective students?

Seminole State College of Florida's welcoming attitudes toward all students lessens the amount of worry for students who are nervous about college, but if you are planning to attend the school I would advise setting up an early orientation session, preferably two months ahead of your starting semester so that you can get familiar with the various aspects of the college and so that you can get into the classes that you want since the college is one of the fastest growing in the state and its not good to try to register at the last minute. Other than signing up early, there is not much to advise prospective students about, just sign up early and enjoy the experience.

Which types of students will excel at your college?

First time in college students, full-time working students, foreign students, nursing majors (one highest regarded nursing programs in the state) interior design majors (B.A. offered and a well-known program), returning students, and those without proficient English language skills (English as a Second Language or ESOL classes and English for Academic Purpose(s) or EAP classes are available and highly regarded). Also, the college now offers five Bachelor degrees (they are in Business Information Management, Interior Design, Information Systems Technology, Architectural Engineering Technology, and Construction). The college is also good for anyone who is undecided about their major or just looking for an A.A. or A.S. to transfer into a 4-year college.