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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!

Institution spotlight

Daytona State College
Daytona State College is a nationally recognized leader in higher education and workforce training in Central Florida and beyond with graduates serving in vital fields.
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Gulf Coast State College
Gulf Coast State College offers affordable, high quality education with small classes, multiple campuses, and a strong support for military and veteran students.
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University of Central Florida
The University of Central Florida is a public research institution in Orlando empowering those who invent the future through renowned academics & industry partnerships.
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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.