Pensacola State College
state college in Pensacola, Florida
Pensacola State College (PSC) is a public college in Pensacola, Florida. It is part of the Florida College System. Originally established as Pensacola Junior College in 1948, the college underwent a name change in July 2010 to reflect its expanded academic offerings to include both associate and bachelor's degrees.
Campuses
Pensacola State College was the first higher education institution founded in 1948 in Pensacola. The college expanded its offerings over the decades with the establishment of additional campuses, including: the Downtown campus (opened in 1957), the Milton campus (opened in 1971), and the Warrington campus (opened in 1977). The former "mini-campus" at Naval Air Station Pensacola, which opened in 1981, was destroyed in 2004 by Hurricane Ivan. PSC also operates centers in Santa Rosa County and Century.
Academics
Pensacola State College offers associate and bachelor's degrees, vocational certifications, and an adult high school. With over 170 individual programs, PSC focuses on career advancement and technical training.
Partnerships
Pensacola State College maintains a strong partnership with the University of West Florida through joint initiatives and collaborative programs.
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