Notice and Deadlines for College of Florida Keys

From high school students to recent high school graduates to adults already in the workplace, College of the Florida Keys has three upcoming events. First is the Press Release reference the April 10, 2024 virtual event. “The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) will hold a virtual event for Monroe County high school students and their parents/ guardians to learn more about its Dual Enrollment opportunities on Wednesday, April 10 at 5:30 p.m. Through Dual Enrollment, high school students can simultaneously earn college and high school credits at no cost to the student. The program provides a head start to college for students while potentially saving families thousands of dollars. At the virtual event, CFK will discuss the benefits of taking Dual Enrollment classes, requirements to participate, and the application process.

Interested students and parents can sign up for the event and learn more about the Dual Enrollment program by visiting the College's website at www.CFK.edu/DE. For more information, contact Marissa Owens, Director of Recruitment, at recruiter@cfk.edu.”

Finding good employees is a special challenge in the Keys due to cost-of-living. Identifying potential employees is still a first step and the CFK Career Connections Job Fair and Networking events is a good place to start. Employers interested in participating must email Nicole Gerrard, Associate Dean of Student Success, at nicole.gerrard@cfk.edu by April 12, and space is limited. 

“The College of the Florida Keys invites employers and job seekers to join CFK students and alumni at their annual Career Connections Job Fair and Networking events on Wednesday, April 17 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Tennessee Williams Theatre on the Key West Campus and Thursday, April 18 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the College's Upper Keys Center in Key Largo.

This event serves as a platform for CFK students, alumni, and community members to meet with potential employers, explore career opportunities, and apply for jobs within their fields of interest.”

Looking not far ahead to May 1, 2024, that is the deadline for all summer terms. The most recent press release provides the following information: “The College of the Florida Keys is accepting applications and registering students for its summer semester. CFK is offering three summer term options:

Six-week summer term, May 14- June 25. This accelerated term includes on-campus, online, and hybrid courses, which combine both on-campus and online coursework.

Twelve-week summer term, May 14 - August 6. This term is completely online, allowing students the flexibility and convenience of learning virtually.

Summer Kickstart program, June 3- August 8. Two classes are offered in this eight-week term for new students: English Composition I and Preparing for Student Success. Students can participate in these hybrid-flexible courses at the Key West Campus or virtually. 

New students must apply by May 1 for all summer terms. Financial aid and payment plans are available. For more information about the opportunities at CFK, visit the College's website at cfk.edu/futurestudents. New students who need assistance should contact Marissa Owens, Director of Recruitment, at recruiter@cfk.edu or 305-809-3207.”

For those who may be new to the area, CFK Upper Keys Center at 106040 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, provides a range of degrees and certification. Those are: B.A.S.: Supervision & Management: focus in Business Management; B.S.: Nursing (RN to BSN); Associate in Arts (A.A.)- General Studies

A.S.: Business Administration; A.S.: Hospitality & Ecotourism Management; A.S.: Nursing; Basic Law Enforcement; and Correctional Officer, or Apprenticeships in Electrical, Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing.

Certificates can be earned in Paramedic or Guest Services Specialist; Room Division Specialist; Rooms Division Operations, and Rooms Division Management. 

Also, students or a parent who have been residents of Florida for at least twelve consecutive months prior to class registration deadline date and have established Florida residency are eligible for in-state tuition.