by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 9,961 undergraduates in 2020, Polk State College is a public college located in Winter Haven, Florida. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Polk State College offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Polk State College can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Polk State College Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Polk State College Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Polk State College does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Polk State College Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Polk State College for Veterans Guide.
Polk State College does not offer on-campus housing.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
There were 9,961 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 3,556 (35.7%). Part-time attendance was 6,405 (64.3%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 3,556 | 6,405 | 9,961 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Polk State College is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Polk State College #2000 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Polk State College by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Polk State College Diversity Guide.
Polk State College has a total of 88 student athletes, 37 men and 51 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $1,041,301 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $1,041,301 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Polk State College Athletics