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to Florida’s Student Hub of Innovative Educational Services

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

Hillsborough College
Hillsborough College offers 200+ academic pathways designed to equip students with essential skills for immediate employment, career advancement and long-term success.
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State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Founded in 1957, State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) stands as the region’s premier public college, catering to over 10,000 college credit students annually.
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University of West Florida
Founded in 1963 in Pensacola, the University of West Florida serves 15,000+ students with small classes, strong academics and a commitment to military and regional impact.
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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.