Meet the
Admissions Team
We鈥檙e Here for You
Our Admissions Team is here to support you throughout the entire application and enrollment process.
From answering your questions to providing personalized guidance, we are dedicated to helping you confidently take the next steps toward joining the 吃瓜网 Poly community.
Admissions Center
4549 Polytechnic Circle
Lakeland, FL 33805
Hours of Availability
Monday 鈥� Friday, 8:00 a.m. 鈥� 5:00 p.m.
Campus Tours Schedule
Monday 鈥� Friday, 9:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.
Meet Your Counselor
Stay connected with your dedicated admissions counselor for expert guidance, personalized support, and answers to all your questions as you take your next steps toward becoming a 吃瓜网 Poly student.
Undergraduate Freshman Students
Admission counselors help students and their families navigate the application process and prepare for their first year of college.
FL County: Polk
States: AL, AR, MS, OK, TN
Aaron Belt
863-874-8756
abelt@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties: Citrus, Hernando, Lake, Marion, Sumter, Pasco, Volusia
States: KY, LA, NC, NM, OH, SC, TX
Chris Moody
863-874-8668
cmoody@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties: Orange, Osceola, Seminole
States: CO, ID, KS, MO, MT, NE, SD, UT, WY
Diego Arriaga
863-874-8669
darriaga@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties: Hillsborough, Pinellas
States: GA, IL, IN, MI
Jasmine Smith
863-874-8536
jasminesmith@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties: Charlotte, Collier, De Soto, Hardee, Lee, Manatee, Sarasota
States: AZ, CA, DC, DE, MD, NV, OR, VA, WA, WV
Katherine Stanford
863-874-8793
kstanford@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties: Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe
States: CT, MA, ME, NH, PA, RI, VT
Laura Pita
863-874-8571
lpita@floridapoly.edu
International Students
Shelley Esker
863-874-8627
sesker@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties:聽Brevard, Glades, Hendry, Highlands, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, St. Lucie
States: NJ, NY
American Territories: Puerto Rico, United States Virgin Islands
Karla Rodriguez
863-333-0887
krodriguez@floridapoly.edu
FL Counties: North 吃瓜网, Panhandle
States: AK, HI, IA, MN, ND, WI
American Territories: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands聽
Kate Burt
863-443-6014
kburt@floridapoly.edu
Schedule a Meeting
Undergraduate Transfer Students
Our admissions team helps transfer students explore their options, evaluate credits, and make a smooth transition to 吃瓜网 Poly.
Transfer Students
Shelley Esker
863-874-8627
sesker@floridapoly.edu
Graduate Students
吃瓜网 Poly鈥檚 graduate admissions counselors guide prospective master鈥檚 students through program selection, application requirements, and enrollment steps.
Graduate Students
Shelley Esker
863-874-8627
sesker@floridapoly.edu
Admissions Ambassadors
Meet our Admission Ambassadors. These current 吃瓜网 Poly students who are excited to share their experiences and help you discover what life is really like on campus.
Ahizar, 鈥�27
Mechanical Engineering, 鈥�27
Ponce, Puerto Rico
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
吃瓜网 Poly provides a lot of opportunity to grow your career, it’s affordable, and it鈥檚 a small community where you get a sense of belonging.
Brayden, 鈥�27
Computer Science, 鈥�27
Vero Beach, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
The STEM focus and that the school values the student as an individual, not just another number.
Cindy, 鈥�27
Computer Engineering, 鈥�27
Tampa, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I enjoyed the thought of being in a place where everyone was so kind and caring as well as sharing similar interests and aspirations.
Cole, 鈥�27
Mechanical Engineering, 鈥�27
Mulberry, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
After serving our country in the Marine Corps, 吃瓜网 Poly made the transition from active duty to student effortless.
Diego, 鈥�27
Computer Science, 鈥�27
Havana, Cuba
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose 吃瓜网 Poly for the STEM only aspect of this university, how modern and refined everything looked, and the IST was designed by Santiago Calatrava. My family really likes him as an architect.
Gwyn, 鈥�27
Computer Science, 鈥�27
Fort Wayne, IN
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I heard they had a really good computer science program. I also knew someone who goes here who also loves this school, and so I thought under my circumstances I might as well give it a shot, and I鈥檓 glad I did.
Ian, 鈥�27
Computer Science, 鈥�27
Miami, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
It was a small campus, cheaper than other colleges I was looking at, and the professors will remember who you are and are easier to speak to.
Jacob, 鈥�26
Electrical Engineering, 鈥�26
Kissimmee, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose to come to 吃瓜网 Poly due to the small class sizes and the campus culture.
Jaleel, 鈥�24
Computer Science, 鈥�24
Deltona, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I love that your professors care and communication is easy. They are available during office hours but sometimes they go above and beyond to be available before, during, and after classes.
James, 鈥�26
Mechanical Engineering, 鈥�26
Punta Gorda, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose to attend 吃瓜网 Poly for a few different reasons. The size of the school was very important to me, the price of the school, not to mention, the 3D printing room.
Jasmine, 鈥�26
Computer Science, 鈥�26
Tacoma, WA
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose to go to 吃瓜网 Polytechnic because I liked how small and tight knit the community was, from professors to students, everyone knew everyone. On top of that, it had the programs and organizations I was interested in, which made FL Poly the perfect place for me.
Jeffery, 鈥�27
Computer Science, 鈥�27
Avon Park, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I came to 吃瓜网 Poly due to what it could provide me education wise. I have been interested in many fields in Computer science so the way 吃瓜网 Poly structures the classes allowed me to find out which one I wanted to pursue.
Jill, 鈥�26
Computer Science, 鈥�26
Lecanto, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
The student-teacher ratio, the prestige of the school, and my goals toward being a developer.
Joel, 鈥�26
Electrical Engineering, 鈥�26
Ponce, Puerto Rico
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose 吃瓜网 Poly because of the sense of community. Everyone here helps everyone, and fitting in didn鈥檛 seem like it would be a challenge.
Kenneth, 鈥�25
Cybersecurity Engineering, 鈥�25
Blue Springs, MO
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I really enjoy computers, and this one was my top school. I really enjoy the smaller nature of the campus and class size. FL Poly seemed like a perfect place to learn computer science.
Madeleine, 鈥�27
Computer Engineering, 鈥�27
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose 吃瓜网 Poly because the amazing academics combined with the small class size fit my needs perfectly. With these two things, I am able to connect with my professors and classmates on a deeper level and get more from my education.
Megan, 鈥�27
Industrial Engineering, 鈥�27
Chiefland, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I chose 吃瓜网 Poly because of the atmosphere. The second I drove onto campus it just felt right. The more I was on the campus the more I felt at home. From the sunsets and the stars to the staff caring about you even after you graduate.
Michael, 鈥�25
Business Analytics, 鈥�25
Winter Haven, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
I like the small class environment and being able to commute from home. I also like the specialized coursework, and how business analytics is a separate major instead of a concentration or certificate.
Rachel, 鈥�27
Computer Science, 鈥�27
Avon Park, FL
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
What drew me to 吃瓜网 Poly was how friendly everyone on campus is to each other.
Raden, 鈥�26
Mechanical Engineering, 鈥�26
Manchester, NH
Why You Chose 吃瓜网 Poly:
For the culture, to be surrounded by others with similar goals and for the many opportunities it will bring.
Helpful Contacts
Admissions
863-874-4774 | admissions@floridapoly.edu
Financial Aid
863-874-4774聽 |聽 financialaid@floridapoly.edu
Course Registration | Academic Success Center 鈥� Success Coach
863-874-8554聽 |聽 success@floridapoly.edu
Residence Life
863-874-8789聽 |聽 residentiallife@floridapoly.edu
Accessibility Accommodation
863-874-8770聽 |聽 disabilityservices@floridapoly.edu
