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What is floridashines?

FloridaShines is Florida’s Student Hub of Innovative Educational Services, an information-rich website of free online tools and resources to help students and adult learners succeed in school, earn a college degree, and embark on a rewarding career. Among the many features available on FloridaShines is the ability to easily research and compare all technical colleges, state colleges, and universities in Florida, search for courses, check progress toward graduation, and so much more.

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Download the free FloridaShines app today for 24/7 access to free college success tools, right at your fingertips! Designed specifically for Florida’s high school and college students. Recently updated to include resources for parents and guardians!

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Institution spotlight

Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive regional institution in Fort Myers dedicated to student success, innovative teaching and community partnerships.

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Seminole State College

Seminole State College of Florida serves over 24,000 students across four campuses in Central Florida and online with high-quality programs designed for career success.

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St. Petersburg College

St. Petersburg College empowers students and the community through academic excellence, economic mobility, and a caring, inclusive learning environment.

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statewide service

FloridaShines partners with Florida’s public colleges and universities, K-12 school districts, technical colleges, and other educational organizations to develop tools that support students, parents, and educators. FloridaShines is operated by the Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC), which is funded by the state of Florida. As a result, all resources are provided to students at no cost.

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