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Homeless Students and Foster Care Resources

Care Services supports Florida SouthWestern State College students impacted by the foster care system or who are experiencing homelessness. The liaisons listed below are here to provide support and assistance to those students making the transition from a structured care system into an independent living setting. Lee County Human and Veteran ServicesResources for Individuals with DisabilitiesLee County Housing AuthorityCareerSource Southwest FloridaSalvation ArmyCommunity CooperativeUnited Way 211 Lee County Homeless CoalitionFlorida Department of Children and families Lutheran Services FloridaChildren’s Home SocietyFamily Initiative, IncFlorida Baptist Children’s HomeNational Youth Advocate ProgramChildren Advocacy Center Goodwill of Southwest Florida ACT Center Harry Chapin Food Bank Youth Haven Valerie’s House Scholarships for Foster Students Laces of LoveChildren’s Network of SWFL Big Brothers and Big SistersRonald McDonald House Charities, SW Florida Guardian Ad Litem Found. 20th Judicial Court Guardian Ad Litem for Children National Center for Homeless Education Scholarship for HomelessDr. April PalmerAssociate Vice President, Student Life 239-489-9067 apalmer1@fsw.edu Ashley Myatt-ChisumDirector, Care and Adaptive Services 239-432-5236 ashley.myatt-chisum@fsw.edu

Mental Health Care

CenterstoneAvailable for Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, and Glades counties regardless of ability to pay, place of residence, or age. Call 239-208-6390 for more information and to make an appointment.Services for adults and youth include: Psychiatric medication management Person-centered mental health support Recovery-oriented substance use care Community-based specialty programs Below are links to different types of mental health resources.Hotlines & Text LinesMental Health Resources

Marketing and Media

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 02-0201 Soliciting Media Coverage 1/10/2025 02-0202 Media Inquiries 1/9/2025 02-0205 Requests to Advertise to Students Faculty and Staff 1/9/2025

Academic Affairs/Provost

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed Academic Improvement Trust Fund 03-0201 AITF Process 11/1/2010 Academic Organization 03-0102 Department Chairs 2/12/2025 Assessment 03-0302 Program Evaluations Review 2/14/2025 03-0304 Student Surveys 2/14/2025 Committees 03-0403 Standing Committee Process 2/14/2025 Course Related 03-0602 Class Attendance, Excused Absence 6/19/2025 03-0603 Class Scheduling 2/14/2025 03-0604 Common Course Syllabus 6/19/2025 03-0605 Course Deletions - 5-Year Rule 2/14/2025 03-0606 Instructional Materials Adoption 6/19/2025 03-0609 Authorized Individuals in Classroom 6/19/2025 03-0612 Individualized Study 6/19/2025 03-0614 Recording Classroom Lectures Policy 10/27/2015 Degrees 03-0702 University Partnerships 2/12/2025 Exams 03-1004 Final Exams Schedule 2/14/2025 Faculty 03-1101 Adjunct Faculty Adjunct and Concurrent Faculty (Orientation, Supervision, Professional Development, and Evaluation) 2/12/2025 03-1105 Faculty Office Hours 2/14/2025 03-1106 Faculty Qualifications & Credentialing 2/14/2025 03-1107 Faculty Reassignment Time 2/12/2025 03-1109 Faculty Senate 2/12/2025 03-1112 Faculty Professional Development (FPD) Travel Fund 6/19/2025 FSW Online 03-0801 Online Certifications 1/10/2025 03-0802 Online Course Design 1/10/2025 03-0805 Online Instruction 1/10/2025 Institutional Research Planning and Effectiveness 03-1601 Institutional Review Board 2/14/2025 03-1604 Institutional Substantive Change Procedure 2/14/2025 Learning Resources 03-1301 Library Services Lending Policies 6/19/2025 Registrar 03-1701 Student Records Procedures 6/19/2025 03-1712 Release of Student Information 6/19/2025 03-1713 Priority Registration 6/19/2025 03-1714 Credit Review 6/19/2025 03-1715 Annual Calendar Procedure 2/12/2025 Standards 03-1402 Conflict of Interest (Academic Standards) 6/1/2010 03-1403 Copyright, Intellectual Property 6/19/2025 Students 03-1501 FTE Exemptions to International Students 2/14/2025 03-1502 Institutional Standards of Academic Progress 2/14/2025 03-1503 Academic Integrity Policy 6/19/2025

College Operating Procedures

Welcome to the Florida SouthWestern State College Policies and ProceduresCollege Operating Procedures (COP) at Florida SouthWestern State College are procedures for faculty, staff, and members of the college community, ensuring consistency, compliance with laws and policies, and the establishment of proper internal controls. COPs are developed to ensure consistent application across various college functions, aligning with Board-approved policies and complying with federal, state, and local laws. They establish standards for behavior and operations within the college community. COPs provide a framework and standards for how faculty, staff, and the broader college community should conduct themselves. They serve as a resource for interpreting various workplace situations, including job performance, decision-making, interpersonal interactions, and business operations management.Approved COPs are centrally maintained by the Vice President of Business Operations and Technology. The College Operating Procedure Manual is made available on the college's website, organized by major divisions for easy access. Accessibility standards, such as ADA compliance, are adhered to in formatting. COPs are reviewed biannually.Overall, COPs play a crucial role in promoting consistency, compliance, and effective management within Florida SouthWestern State College. They serve as a valuable resource for all members of the college community, helping to establish behavior and decision-making in various contexts. By using the navigation boxes to the left, you may view all procedures within each volume by clicking on the appropriate area and referring to the resulting page.College Operating Procedures Contact: Jason Dudley VP, Business Operations and Technology/CIO jdudley1@fsw.edu (239) 985-8368 or extension 11868

District BOT and President

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 01-0103 DBOT Agenda Item Due Dates and Procedures 11/25/2024 01-0104 Accessibility and Anti-Harassment 11/19/2024 01-0105 Service Animals 11/25/2024 01-0109 President Award for Exemplary Service 11/25/2024 01-0110 Low Powered Vehicles 11/25/2024 01-0111 Fundraising 12/10/2024 01-0112 Freedom of Speech and Expression 12/2/2024

Facilities Planning and Management

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 07-0701 Receiving 1/20/2021 07-0702 Building Construction Code Compliance 1/20/2021 07-0707 Performance of Preventative Maintenance 8/14/2018 07-0710 Processing of Motor Vehicle Certification Checklist 7/1/2009 07-0712 Processing of Work Order 12/16/2020 07-0715 Release of Drawings to other FSW Dept or Outside Agents 1/20/2021 07-0716 Owner Direct Purchase Program 10/21/2010

Student Services

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed Admissions 06-0101 Student Admissions Policies and Procedures 2/17/2020 06-0102 Residency for Tuition Purposes 2/17/2020 Counseling Services 06-0604 Institutional Standards of Academic Progress 2/2/2021 Student Life 06-0701 Admin of Student Government Association and Student Clubs Organizations 2/17/2020 06-0702 Student Activity Fee Budget Development 9/25/2025 Student Services 06-0301 Financial Aid Packaging Guidelines 2/2/2021 06-0802 Student Code of Conduct 2/2/2021 06-0803 Student Academic Grievance 3/25/2025 06-0804 Student Written Complaint Non-Academic 2/2/2021 06-0805 Substitution Policy for Students with Disabilities 3/3/2025

Auxiliary

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 08-0102 Funds Derived from Auxiliary Enterprises 1/20/2021 08-0103 Use of Alcoholic Beverages 12/31/1969 08-0104 Auxiliary Enterprises 1/20/2021 08-0105 Financial Aid Bookstore Integration Process 1/20/2021 08-0106 Use of College Name Marks and Seal 1/20/2021 08-0801 Use of College Facilities 6/7/2022

Technology Services

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 02-0401 Technology Passwords 2/10/2021 02-0402 Non-Disclosure Agreement(1) 11/14/2013 02-0403 Web Site Privacy 2/4/2011 02-0404 Security Incidents 2/1/2010 02-0405 Technology Acceptable Use 4/29/2019 02-0406 Technology Acquisition and Replacement 2/4/2011 02-0407 File Sharing Procedure 2/4/2011 02-0408 Electronic Data Preservation 11/14/2013 02-0409 Email Policy 11/25/2013 02-0410 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Acceptable Use 11/7/2025

Risk Management

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 09-0101 Insurance Requirements for Vendors Service Providers and Professional Services 6/27/2024 09-0102 Process to Develop or Revise COP 1/29/2025 09-0103 College Sanctioned and Non-Sanctioned Camps, Clinics, and Activities 5/18/2022 09-0104 College Vehicle Use, Personal Vehicle Use for College Business, and Driver’s License Verification 10/14/2025 09-0105 Records Retention and Disposition 12/31/1969

Contracts

Site Search Search COP # Title Approved/Reviewed 10-0101 Contract and Renewal Process 3/11/2025

Kimberly Lightcap

Facilities Coord. II Edit This Profile Email: Kimberly.Lightcap@fsw.edu Phone: (239) 489-9043 Extension: 11043 Location: LEE D201D Department: Facilities Planning & Management - Lee Campus

Mathew Mason

Associate Vice President, Facilities Management Edit This Profile Email: Mathew.Mason@fsw.edu Phone: (239) 985-3497 Extension: 11997 Location: LEE I213 Department: Facilities Planning & Management - Lee Campus

All College Operating Procedures

Site Search Search COP # Title Area 02-0201 Soliciting Media Coverage Marketing and Media 02-0202 Media Inquiries Marketing and Media 02-0205 Requests to Advertise to Students Faculty and Staff Marketing and Media 03-0102 Department Chairs Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0201 AITF Process Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0302 Program Evaluations Review Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0304 Student Surveys Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0403 Standing Committee Process Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0602 Class Attendance, Excused Absence Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0603 Class Scheduling Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0604 Common Course Syllabus Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0605 Course Deletions - 5-Year Rule Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0606 Instructional Materials Adoption Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0609 Authorized Individuals in Classroom Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0612 Individualized Study Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0614 Recording Classroom Lectures Policy Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0702 University Partnerships Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0801 Online Certifications Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0802 Online Course Design Academic Affairs/Provost 03-0805 Online Instruction Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1004 Final Exams Schedule Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1101 Adjunct Faculty Adjunct and Concurrent Faculty (Orientation, Supervision, Professional Development, and Evaluation) Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1105 Faculty Office Hours Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1106 Faculty Qualifications & Credentialing Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1107 Faculty Reassignment Time Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1109 Faculty Senate Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1112 Faculty Professional Development (FPD) Travel Fund Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1301 Library Services Lending Policies Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1402 Conflict of Interest (Academic Standards) Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1403 Copyright, Intellectual Property Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1501 FTE Exemptions to International Students Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1502 Institutional Standards of Academic Progress Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1503 Academic Integrity Policy Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1601 Institutional Review Board Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1604 Institutional Substantive Change Procedure Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1701 Student Records Procedures Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1712 Release of Student Information Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1713 Priority Registration Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1714 Credit Review Academic Affairs/Provost 03-1715 Annual Calendar Procedure Academic Affairs/Provost 01-0103 DBOT Agenda Item Due Dates and Procedures District BOT and President 01-0104 Accessibility and Anti-Harassment District BOT and President 01-0105 Service Animals District BOT and President 01-0109 President Award for Exemplary Service District BOT and President 01-0110 Low Powered Vehicles District BOT and President 01-0111 Fundraising District BOT and President 01-0112 Freedom of Speech and Expression District BOT and President 07-0701 Receiving Facilities Planning and Management 07-0702 Building Construction Code Compliance Facilities Planning and Management 07-0707 Performance of Preventative Maintenance Facilities Planning and Management 07-0710 Processing of Motor Vehicle Certification Checklist Facilities Planning and Management 07-0712 Processing of Work Order Facilities Planning and Management 07-0715 Release of Drawings to other FSW Dept or Outside Agents Facilities Planning and Management 07-0716 Owner Direct Purchase Program Facilities Planning and Management 04-0101 Check Request Financial Services 04-0102 Travel Procedures Financial Services 04-0103 Recording Gifts In-Kind Transfers from the Foundation Financial Services 04-0105 Accountability for College Owned Property Financial Services 04-0106 Check Stop Payment Reissue Financial Services 04-0107 Independent Contractors Agreement Financial Services 04-0203 College Credit Cards Financial Services 04-0301 Student Fee Exemptions Financial Services 04-0302 Establishment and Revision of Tuition and Student Fees Financial Services 04-0303 Deferred Payment of Fees and Third Party Billing Financial Services 04-0304 Fees Paid by Credit or Debit Card Financial Services 04-0305 Dishonored Checks Financial Services 04-0306 Past Due Accounts Financial Services 04-0307 Student Fee Waivers Financial Services 04-0308 Petty Cash Funds Financial Services 04-0309 Decentralized Cash and Check Collection Financial Services 04-0310 Refund of Student Fees Financial Services 04-0401 Budget Transfer Financial Services 04-0402 Budget Development Financial Services 04-0403 Payment to Contractors Financial Services 04-0406 Grant Proposals Financial Services 04-0407 Space Management Financial Services 04-0501 Expense Allowance Financial Services 04-0502 Special Pay Plan Financial Services 04-0503 Shift Differential Financial Services 04-0701 College Club and Organization Accounts Financial Services 04-0702 Institutional Affiliations and Memberships Financial Services 04-0703 Ethical Standards for Conduct, Reporting of Known or Suspected Fraud or Improper Activities, and Whistleblower Protection Financial Services 04-0704 Funding Capital Needs Financial Services 04-0705 Promotions, Public Relations, and Hospitality of Business Guests Financial Services 04-1001 Prequalification of Contractors for Educational Facilities Construction Financial Services 04-1002 Invitation to Bid Financial Services 04-1003 Design Build RFP Construction Procurement Financial Services 04-1004 Price Quotes Financial Services 04-1005 Sole Source Single Source Procurement Financial Services 04-1006 Architectural Engineer Services Procurement Financial Services 04-1007 Construction Mgmt Services Procurement Financial Services 04-1008 Solicitation Protests Financial Services 04-1009 Formal Solicitation Screening Selection Process-Scoring Financial Services 04-1010 Approved Vendor List Financial Services 04-1011 Request for Purchase Financial Services 04-1012 Purchase Orders Financial Services 04-1013 Invitation to Negotiate Financial Services 04-1014 Purchasing Card Program Financial Services 02-0301 Public Records General Counsel 02-0302 Identity Theft Program General Counsel 02-0304 Workers Comp General Counsel 05-0102 Designation and Notification of Compliance Officer Human Resources 05-0105 Employee Files and Transcripts Human Resources 05-0106 Employee Acceptance of State Laws College Policies and Procedures Human Resources 05-0107 Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Complaint Procedure Human Resources 05-0201 Employment Classification Human Resources 05-0202 Job Descriptions Human Resources 05-0302 Appointments Human Resources 05-0303 Student Employment Human Resources 05-0304 Volunteer Service Human Resources 05-0305 Employment Background Checks Human Resources 05-0306 Resignation Personnel Clearance Procedures Human Resources 05-0307 Other Employment Human Resources 05-0308 Employment of Relatives Human Resources 05-0309 Performance Management Human Resources 05-0401 Salary Administration Human Resources 05-0402 Overtime and Compensatory Time Human Resources 05-0403 Payment Schedule and Garnishments Human Resources 05-0404 Payroll Deductions Human Resources 05-0501 Scheduling Work Human Resources 05-0502 Unscheduled Closings Human Resources 05-0503 Holidays Human Resources 05-0504 Sick Leave Human Resources 05-0505 Vacation Leave Human Resources 05-0506 Other Leaves of Absence Human Resources 05-0507 Family Medical Leave Human Resources 05-0508 Flexible Work Arrangements for Non-Instructional Employees Human Resources 05-0601 Group Benefit Program Human Resources 05-0602 Educational Benefits Human Resources 05-0604 Deferred Retirement Option Program Human Resources 05-0605 Length of Service Awards Human Resources 05-0606 Retirement Continuation of Benefits Human Resources 05-0702 Policy for Mandatory Training Human Resources 05-0802 HIV-AIDS Human Resources 05-0803 Drug Free Campus and Workplace Human Resources 05-0901 Disciplinary Procedures Human Resources 05-0903 Standards of Conduct Human Resources 05-0904 Conflict of Interest Human Resources 05-1001 Reduction in Force Human Resources 06-0101 Student Admissions Policies and Procedures Student Services 06-0102 Residency for Tuition Purposes Student Services 06-0301 Financial Aid Packaging Guidelines Student Services 06-0604 Institutional Standards of Academic Progress Student Services 06-0701 Admin of Student Government Association and Student Clubs Organizations Student Services 06-0702 Student Activity Fee Budget Development Student Services 06-0802 Student Code of Conduct Student Services 06-0803 Student Academic Grievance Student Services 06-0804 Student Written Complaint Non-Academic Student Services 06-0805 Substitution Policy for Students with Disabilities Student Services 02-0401 Technology Passwords Technology Services 02-0402 Non-Disclosure Agreement(1) Technology Services 02-0403 Web Site Privacy Technology Services 02-0404 Security Incidents Technology Services 02-0405 Technology Acceptable Use Technology Services 02-0406 Technology Acquisition and Replacement Technology Services 02-0407 File Sharing Procedure Technology Services 02-0408 Electronic Data Preservation Technology Services 02-0409 Email Policy Technology Services 02-0410 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Acceptable Use Technology Services 08-0102 Funds Derived from Auxiliary Enterprises Auxiliary 08-0103 Use of Alcoholic Beverages Auxiliary 08-0104 Auxiliary Enterprises Auxiliary 08-0105 Financial Aid Bookstore Integration Process Auxiliary 08-0106 Use of College Name Marks and Seal Auxiliary 08-0801 Use of College Facilities Auxiliary 09-0101 Insurance Requirements for Vendors Service Providers and Professional Services Risk Management 09-0102 Process to Develop or Revise COP Risk Management 09-0103 College Sanctioned and Non-Sanctioned Camps, Clinics, and Activities Risk Management 09-0104 College Vehicle Use, Personal Vehicle Use for College Business, and Driver’s License Verification Risk Management 09-0105 Records Retention and Disposition Risk Management

Insurance Benefits

Florida SouthWestern State College offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in an amazing benefits package offered through the Division of State Group Insurance. You will receive your username/password directly from the People First Service Center. You may contact the People First Service Center directly by dialing 866-663-4735.2025 Benefits GuideBenefits Guide(PDF)For New Hires:If you are a newly-hired eligible employee, you have 60 days from the date you were hired to enroll in State Group Insurance benefits. If you do not enroll within 60 days of your hire date, you can only enroll during the next Open Enrollment period or if you experience an appropriate Qualifying Status Change. Choose your options carefully. Once you make your elections, you can only change them during the next Open Enrollment or if you have an appropriate Qualifying Status Change. Your coverage begins on the first day of the month after the month in which the state deducts a full months’ premium. Coverage always begins on the first day of a month. Your coverage ends on the last day of the month following the month you terminated employment. 2025 Health Insurance Plans2025 Health Insurance Rates2025 Health Insurance Plan Specific Information2025 Prescription Drug Coverage (Included in Health Insurance Coverage)Spouse Program (If both you and your spouse have access to State benefits, you’re both eligible to pay a reduced health insurance premium).2025 Dental Insurance Plans 2025 Vision Insurance Plan 2025 Life Insurance Plans 2025 Flex Spending, Dependent Care, and Health Savings Account Plans 2025 Accident, Cancer, Disability, Hospitalization and Intensive Care Plans Dependent Eligibility Requirements Required Notices

Retirement Benefits

Retirement Resources For YouNewsletters, webcasts, etc...Using FRS to Plan for Your RetirementNearing Retirement in the FRSCash & Debt Management: Smart SpendingEstate Planning: Caring for your Loved OnesPension Plan BulletinsReemployment After Retirement Table (PDF)Second Election Information (PDF)Beneficiary Form for FRS Investment Plan (PDF)Beneficiary Form for FRS Pension Plan (PDF)Florida Retirement System (FRS)The FRS is an employee and employer contributory retirement plan. The rules surrounding FRS including the contribution rates are determined by the Florida Legislature and are reviewed yearly. One of the requirements of the State is that full time and part time regular employees must participate in the FRS. Additional information regarding FRS can be viewed at www.myfrs.com.Employees contribute 3% of their gross monthly salary on a pre-tax basis. The employer also contributes an amount equal to the gross monthly salary multiplied by the corresponding employer rate. Employee contributions are vested immediately and the employer contributions have a vesting period. The vesting period may vary depending on what plan you enroll in and when you enrolled.The FRS offers two types of retirement plans to its members: pension plan and investment plan. Click here to compare both FRS plans.FRS Pension Plan - is a defined benefit plan designed for long term service employees. Vesting requirements vary depending on when you enrolled in the plan. Investments are directed by the State and it is not portable if you should leave FRS employment. At retirement, the pension plan pays a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit based on a formula using age at retirement, years of FRS service and Average Final Compensation.FRS Investment Plan - is a defined contribution plan designed for a more mobile workforce. It carries a one year vesting requirement, contributions are self directed and funds are portable if you should leave FRS employment. Employees must initially elect to take the investment plan within the first eight months of the date of hire. This is the default plan if you do not make an election.FRS EnrollmentFull time and part time regular employees are automatically enrolled in the FRS Investment Plan upon new hire. If employees wish to enroll in the FRS Pension Plan, they must elect to do so within the 8 months following their month of hire by 4:00 p.m. EST on the last business day of the month. FRS elections are made online.State Community College System Optional Retirement Plan (CCORP)The CCORP is a defined contribution plan in which both eligible employees and employers contribute. Administrators, Faculty and High School Teachers are eligible to participate in the CCORP. Eligible employees must enroll within 90 days from the date of their appointment or they will automatically be enrolled in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan.CCORP enrollment is complete when a contract has been issued by a CCORP provider company and when the proper State of Florida enrollment forms have been submitted to the Division of Retirement. Participants must withdraw from the FRS in order to participate in the CCORP.Participants who enroll in the CCORP are immediately vested in both the employee and employer contributions. Contributions are self directed and funds are portable should you separate from the College.CCORP EnrollmentPlease contact us at benefits@fsw.edu. A participant is required to establish a contract with one of the annuity providers listed below before submitting an Optional Retirement Program Enrollment Form (OCC-1) to Benefits. A detailed list of authorized vendors is below.CCORP Authorized ProvidersVALIC Retirement - (800) 448-2542 - Use account number 05180 to setup your new CCORP account.John Donnelly - (941) 480-1280VOYA Financial - (855) 663-8692 - Use account number VFF015 to setup your new CCORP account.MetLife - (800) 763-2838 - Use account number 0829702 to setup your new CCORP account.TIAA - (800) 842-2252 - Use account number 102666 to setup your new CCORP account.Fidelity Investments - (800) 343-0860 - Use account number 72293 to setup your new CCORP account.Retirement OptionsDeferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)The DROP plan allows regular full-time and part-time employees who are enrolled in the Pension Plan to retire at normal retirement, and continue to work for up to an additional five years. Retirement distributions are placed into a DROP account until the DROP end date. For additional DROP information refer to Procedure 05-0604 of the College Operating Procedures.Health Insurance SubsidyThe Health Insurance Subsidy is only available to members of the Florida Retirement System. Retired members of FRS will receive a monthly benefit for the payment of health insurance premiums. The benefit amount equals $5.00 per month for each year of creditable service.Savings OptionsMeaningful Notice (PDF)403(B) & 457(B) Tax Sheltered Account Vendors

Educational Benefits

Employee Tuition ScholarshipsEducational Benefits Procedure 05-0602 (PDF)Login to the MyFSW Portal, locate the Employee Quick Links tile, click on the Online Workflow Forms link, and you’ll see the Employee Tuition Scholarship Request linkFlorida SouthWestern State College encourages a learning environment that begins with intellectual curiosity and knowledge, preparing students to think and work in a global economy. The Florida SouthWestern State College Tuition Scholarship program is designed to encourage employees and/or their dependents to enhance their skills through taking courses at the College. The maximum benefit for Florida SouthWestern State College Tuition Scholarships is twelve (12) credit hours per semester and twenty-four (24) credit hours per academic year per employee. Benefits begin with the semester following the completion of the eligibility requirements.Eligibility for EmployeesTo be eligible for this benefit, an employee must be in a full-time or part-time regular position for at least six (6) consecutive months, has successfully completed their probationary period and remains in good standing. Temporary employees including, but not limited to, Adjunct Instructors, Clinical Associates, Fire Science Instructors, and Peak Partners are not eligible for this benefit.Eligibility for Dependents of EmployeesEmployees who have met the criteria listed above for eligibility, may request the tuition scholarship benefit for their eligible dependent(s). Eligible dependents include: the spouse or legally dependent child as listed on the most recent income tax return of the employee as a legally dependent child; or a spouse, former spouse or child for whom there is a court order requiring an eligible employee as defined above, to pay for educational benefits of the spouse, former spouse or child.Employee Tuition Reimbursement ProgramApply for tuition reimbursement by completing the following:login to the MyFSW Portal, locate the Employee Quick Links tile, click on the Online Workflow Forms link, and you’ll see the Employee Tuition Reimbursement linkPlease make sure to fill out all information and do not forget to attach your course registration/class schedule information or your application will not be approved. Florida SouthWestern State College State College encourages its employees to obtain skills, knowledge and abilities that will increase the effectiveness of their performance in their present college position, as well as improve their opportunities for possible career advancement within the College. The Tuition Reimbursement Program provides reimbursement to eligible employees for part or all of the tuition expense for courses taken at regionally accredited degree-granting educational institutions. To be eligible for this benefit, an employee must be in a full-time regular position for at least six (6) consecutive months, has successfully completed their probationary period and remains in good standing. Eligibility begins the semester after the employee has completed these requirements. Degrees or certificates offered at Florida SouthWestern State College are not eligible to be reimbursed if taken at other institutions. This benefit is based on the availability of funding and can be suspended or revised at any time. Need assistance or want to know more about your educational assistance options? Contact us at Benefits@fsw.edu