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School of Pure and Applied Sciences

School of Pure and Applied SciencesThe School of Pure and Applied Sciences supports Florida SouthWestern State College’s Associate of Arts Degree by offering a rigorous curriculum in math and science. A student’s successful completion of the general education and discipline-specific aspects of the degree establishes a foundation for lifelong learning and prepares the student to be a thoughtful, informed, global citizen. This educational experience fosters academic excellence, interdisciplinary dialog, respect for self and others, and social responsibility.Chemical Hygiene Plan (PDF)Programs of StudyAA General StudiesA.S. Science & Engineering TechnologyCertificate, Scientific Workplace PreparationHonors Scholar ProgramFlorida SouthWestern State College's Honors Scholar Program offers students an enriched and challenging educational experience that extends learning beyond the classroom. We strive to cultivate academic excellence, skillful leadership, and commitment to social responsibility. As a rigorous, transdisciplinary program, we inspire students to seek out transformative experiences and participate in the world in new ways.Learn MoreProgram HighlightsFSW Turtle Relocation ResearchThis summer Professor Jordan Donini and some of his FSW student researchers made a positive impact on the SWFL ecosystem by releasing illegally captured turtles back into their natural environment after they were confiscated by FWC during a reptile poaching bust. This is all new research being done by FSW students that will hopefully lead to new data which will help FWC and other wildlife organizations relocate more illegally captured reptiles in the future.CRISPR Experiment At FSWWhat is CRISPR? It's cutting-edge technology and it's being used right here at FSW. Students in Dr. Anzalone's microbiology class were the first FSW students to use CRISPR to successfully edit the genes of bacteria. This successful experiment is just another example of how FSW is preparing students for the high-tech world of tomorrow.

BUC Card

Before you begin, remember, you must be signed up for at least one class to be issued your Buc Card. If you have lost your ID and are seeking a replacement, you will need to pay the Cashier $15 prior to requesting. Fill out our Buc Card Request Form here on the Buc Card website!Things to have ready to fill out the form:Have your Buc Card Picture Ready! (JPEG, PNG, or PDF files accepted) 2. Have a scanned copy of your government issued ID ready to attach(Passport, DL, State Issued ID card). 3. If you are under 18 you will have to have a parent sign the Buc Card agreement in the Form!That’s all there is to it! The Buc Card Request form will walk you through the other info needed! After we receive your information, your card will be processed. You will receive your card via US Postal Service within approximately 10 days of request. General InformationThe BUC Card is the Florida SouthWestern State College identification card! This little card is much more than your official ID, from access to student activities and library services to accessing the dorm rooms for on campus residents. Add Campus BUC$ to your BUC Card for on campus purchases at the dining locations, bookstore, or student printing kiosks! When you're on-campus, all you will need is your BUC Card!Learn what you can spend your BUC$ at on Campus Current Features:Student / Staff ID CardLibrary Access CardFinancial Aid purchases in BookstoreCampus BUC$ purchases at FSW Dining Locations, Bookstore, & Student PrintingKey Access to Residential Hall – Lighthouse CommonsAdd FundsContact UsBUC Card Information OfficePlease email BUCCARDOPS@fsw.edu for Online Photo Submission Questions.Mailing Address: Florida SouthWestern State College ATTN: BUC Card 8099 College Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33919

Campus Maps

Visit Our Digital Campus Maps! Lee CampusCampus MapCharlotte CampusCampus MapCollier CampusCampus MapHendry/Glades Curtis CenterCampus MapFSW Has Four Locations Across Southwest Florida.Take classes anywhere or online. Your most convenient FSW location might not be in your home county! View The Map To Compare Drive Times

Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High Schools

We are proud to offer high school students the opportunity to learn and achieve in a collegiate atmosphere. We currently operate two high schools, one serving students in Charlotte County, the second in Lee County. For more specific information about the school in your community, select the buttons below.Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High School CharlotteFlorida SouthWestern Collegiate High School Lee

Campus Police

Care Services. Your browser does not support the video tag. Contact Campus PoliceReport a Crime or ConcernStudent Emergency GuideEmergency Preparedness PlansFSWPD Request FormsCommitted to a Safe and Secure EnvironmentFlorida SouthWestern State College (FSW) provides a healthy, safe, and secure environment through comprehensive and effective health, safety, and security programs that prioritize safety of students, faculty, staff, visitors and other members of the campus community. FSW maintains its own Campus Police Department (FSWPD) and provides protection for Florida SouthWestern State College’s Lee, Collier and Charlotte Campuses; and Hendry/Glades Curtis Center. FSWPD maintains a staff of sworn uniformed police officers and non-sworn community service technicians which promotes more personal interaction with the college community. FSWPD is led by a Chief of Police who is a tenured law enforcement executive with 30 years of law enforcement experience and a Doctorate Degree in Human Services with a specialization in Criminal Justice. Leadership also includes a Captain of Operations and a Lieutenant position. The lieutenant position is responsible for providing supervision for FSWPD service College-wide to ensure a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors. Duties include overseeing the day-to-day operations and activities of the sergeants, police officers and support staff and acting in place of the Captain of Operations in his/her absence. In addition, FSW’s three first line supervisors (sergeants) oversee 24-hour coverage separated into three shifts of sworn uniformed police officers and non-sworn community service technicians on all campuses/center. FSWPD is comprised of 20 sworn and 17 non-sworn personnel. FSWPD is committed to providing a safe, secure, and orderly environment in which learning, working, and administrative operations of the College have the opportunity to excel. The safety of our campuses is a cooperative effort of students, faculty, staff and visitors. Therefore, FSWPD mission is the commitment to the prevention of crime and the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace, order, and safety; the enforcement of laws; and the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees. FSWPD exists to serve all people with respect, fairness, and compassion with community service as the foundation. FSWPD members hold themselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics. To fulfill this mission, FSWPD is dedicated to providing a quality work environment and the development of its executives, supervisors, police officers, community service technicians, and staff through effective training and leadership. SWFL Crime StoppersCrime doesn't pay... but Crime Stoppers Does! If you see something, say something.SWFL Crime Stoppers Hotline: 1-800-780-TIPSOutside VendorsSign Up to Receive FSW Alerts!Fingerprint Background Check InformationReport a Crime or ConcernAnonymous TipsCrime Stoppers TipsStudent of ConcernReport Sexual Misconduct Information and ResourcesHurricane SeasonParking & TrafficCampus Safety Videos 🔒Care ServicesSexual Misconduct InformationPublic Health ResourcesAnnual Security & Fire Safety ReportOutside Vendors - Request FSW AlertsMore About the Campus Police DepartmentCampus Police SurveyCrime LogFSW PD General OrdersRisk Management OfficeAccreditationAn accreditation program has long been recognized as a means of maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. The Campus Police Department was first accredited in 2024 and is committed to maintaining accreditation through one of the premier law enforcement programs in the United States known as Commission on Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA). The rigorous multi-year review requires an in-depth inspection of the department's policies, procedures, and practices in organization, management, operations, and administration to ensure compliance with specific requirements and prescribed standards. Accreditation is a coveted award that symbolizes professionalism, excellence, and competence. The community we serve can take pride in their police department knowing that it represents the very best in law enforcement.Accreditation increases the department's ability to prevent and control crime through more effective and efficient delivery of law enforcement services and provides additional benefits to the community to include: Enhanced community understanding of the department and its role in the community as well as its goals and objectives. Community confidence in the policies and practices of the agency is increased. Accreditation, in conjunction with the philosophy of community policing, commits the agency to a broad range of programs (such as crime prevention) that directly benefit the public. Interaction between the department and the community is improved. Creates a forum in which police and community work together to control and prevent crime.This partnership will help the community to understand the challenges that confront law enforcement. Law enforcement will, in turn, receive clear direction from the community about its expectations.Thus, a common set of goals and objectives will be arrived at and implemented.For more information on CFA, please visit https://flaccreditation.org/. Inquiries about the Department’s accreditation progress, may be directed to the FSWPD Accreditation Manager at FSWPDAccreditationManager@fsw.edu.The use of bias based profiling enforcement activities by members of this Department is prohibited. Enforcement activities must be based on a standard of reasonable suspicion or probable cause as required by the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and statutory authority. Contact UsEmergency: 911CPD Phone: 239-489-9203CampusPolice@FSW.eduHours of Operation24 hours a day / 7 days a week Except Hendry/Glades Curtis CenterLee Campus8099 College Parkway Fort Myers, Florida 33919Building D, Room 101Charlotte Campus26300 Airport Road Punta Gorda, Florida 33950Building N, Room 105Collier Campus7505 Grand Lely Drive Naples, Florida 34113Building A, Room 100Hendry/Glades Curtis Center1092 E. Cowboy Way LaBelle, FL 33935Building A, Room 118

College Catalog

2026-2027 Online College Catalog2026-2027 Catalog Addendum (PDF)Archived 2025-2026 Online College Catalog2025-2026 Catalog Addendum (PDF)2024-2025 Online College Catalog2024-2025 Catalog Addendum (PDF)2023 - 2024 Online College Catalog2023 - 2024 Catalog Addendum (PDF)2022 - 2023 Online College Catalog2022 - 2023 Catalog Addendum (PDF)2021 - 2022 Online College Catalog2021 - 2022 Catalog Addendum (PDF)2020 - 2021 Online College Catalog2019 - 2020 Online College Catalog2018 - 2019 Online College Catalog2017 - 2018 Online College Catalog2016 - 2017 Online College Catalog2015 - 2016 Online College Catalog2014 - 2015 Online College Catalog2013 - 2014 Online College Catalog2012 - 2013 Online College Catalog2011 - 2012 Online College Catalog2010 - 2011 Online College Catalog2009 - 2010 Online College CatalogOlder PDF Catalog Archives

Commencement Ceremony

The annual 2026 Commencement Ceremony will be held 5/1/26Commencement FAQs

Corporate & Community Education at FSW

Lifelong Learning and Workforce Solutions at FSW Personal enrichment or professional development—FSW Corporate & Community Education has you covered.A part of FSW's Division of Workforce Education, the Office of Corporate and Community Education offers a diverse range of non-credit programs designed to meet your learning needs, whether you are looking to explore new connections or enhance your professional journey. Join us and embark on an exciting path of discovery and growth. Corporate Training Empower your employees with targeted training programs designed to address the specific needs of your organization. Customized onsite, offsite (at FSW) or online training Hazmat Innovation & Emerging Technologies Online CEU and Training Programs Community Education Looking to explore a hobby, meet new people, or learn something new? Our Community Education classes are designed for curious minds of all ages and backgrounds. Senior Living Workshops SAT Test Preparation CPR and First Aid Future Ready: Career Exploration Industries Served: Healthcare, Business, Technology, Construction, Insurance, Customer Service, Education, and more Get StartedRequest a Custom Training Proposal Have Questions? We’re here to help you find the right opportunity. Contact Us Now Contact Us Our PartnersFSW works with these excellent educational partners to provide you with more opportunities to elevate your skillset and expand your professional career. Stay Connected! Corporate.Training@fsw.eduCommunity.education@fsw.edu(239) 489-9105

Cashier

The Cashier's office is where you come to pay for your college expenses.This is the money due that is not covered by any scholarships, grants or financial aid.How To View FSW Student Financial Account Details and Pay OnlineHow do I find my bill?All billing is available online through your FSW Student Portal. Electronic billing is more efficient and more accurate than paper statements since your FSW account statement will update if you change your class schedule and after you receive a financial aid disbursement.FSW does not mail bills.How can I pay my bill?You can pay using cash, a check, or a credit card.Pay online with a major credit card or personal check.Major Credit Cards - Visa, MC, Discover & AmexElectronic Check/ACH Payment (using bank routing/account number from your checkbook)Easy Payment Plan - TIP - More infoAt FSW, we make tuition payment easy and convenient by offering online payment through your FSW Portal with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express credit or debit card. To access the online payment, select the FSW College Portal under Cash, Check or Credit. Please be aware that a 2.75% non-refundable convenience fee will apply to domestic credit/debit card transactions. For international credit/debit transactions, there will be a 4.25% convenience fee assessed. This is a processing fee that does not go to FSW State College, but to the Transact payment system, and therefore will not appear on your student account. If you do not wish to pay online, you can make cash, check, or money order payments with the cashier on the Lee campus, or utilize a payment kiosk available on each campus. In addition, you may also make e-check payments online without a fee. The Cashier’s Office is located at 8099 College Parkway, Ft Myers, FL 33919 on the first floor of Building S. Where do I go to pay?Log into your secure FSW College Portalhttps://www.fsw.edu > Log into MyFSWUnder "Student Financials", click Pay Now or View AccountFollow the steps to complete your paymentTuition payment must be received by the tuition payment deadline or you may be dropped from class! All Tuition Waivers, Vouchers, Third-Party Payment Agreements, and Deferments, including students receiving financial aid, must be received by the due date.Pay at your preferred campus location with cash, check, or credit card.You can also mail checks, cashier checks, or money orders to:Florida SouthWestern State College Attn: Bursar’s Office 8099 College Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33919When is my payment due?Please note: Classes will drop after the first payment due date for nonpayment. Students may re-enroll and must pay by the next payment due date to secure classes.Summer 2026 Standard & Compact A Term:Payment Due: May 4 (classes drop for nonpayment)Payment Due: May 11 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: May 14 (classes drop for nonpayment)Summer 2026 Compact B Term:Payment Due: June 24 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: June 25 (classes drop for nonpayment)Fall 2026 Standard & Compact A Term:Payment Due: August 6 (classes drop for nonpayment)Payment Due: August 23 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: August 27 (classes drop for nonpayment)Fall 2026 Express Term:Payment Due: August 6 (classes drop for nonpayment)Payment Due: September 8 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: September 14 (classes drop for nonpayment)Fall 2026 Compact B Term:Payment Due: October 13 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: October 19 (classes drop for nonpayment)Spring 2027 Standard & Compact A Term:Payment Due: January 10 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: January 14 (classes drop for nonpayment)Spring 2027 Express Term:Payment Due: January 24 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: January 26 (classes drop for nonpayment)Spring 2027 Compact B Term:Payment Due: March 2 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: March 4 (classes drop for nonpayment)Summer 2027 Standard & Compact A Term:Payment Due: May 3 (classes drop for nonpayment)Payment Due: May 9 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: May 13 (classes drop for nonpayment)Summer 2027 Compact B Term:Payment Due: June 22 (classes drop for nonpayment)Final Payment/Last Day Add-Drop: June 24 (classes drop for nonpayment)Need Help? Live Chat Click the aqua circle at the bottom right to launch chat. Click to use the QLESS app to get in line for in-person service.

Dual Enrollment

Did you know that you can earn college credits while you are in high school? Qualified high school students can earn college credits to fulfill high school graduation requirements. These same credits can be used toward an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree at Florida SouthWestern State College. You can do all of this without paying for the courses yourself! It's never too early to start thinking about college. Florida SouthWestern State College is here to help you excel! About Our Program Dual enrollment (DE) or Early Admissions (EA) is a successful acceleration mechanism that allows students to pursue an advanced curriculum relevant to their individual postsecondary interests. According to the U.S. Department of Education, college credit earned prior to high school graduation reduces the average time-to-degree and increases the likelihood of graduation for participating students. There is also evidence that dual enrollment increases academic performance and educational attainment. Florida SouthWestern State College is committed to supporting you in providing this opportunity for our students.Each year, more than 3500 students across our five county district experience college life through the Dual Enrollment program at Florida SouthWestern State College. Over the years, thousands of students have taken college courses towards both their high school and college degree. Some students choose to take a few courses to get a head start on their college coursework, while others complete the necessary requirements of earning an Associate of Arts degree at the same time they are graduating from high school. Students have the option of taking classes at their high school, on any of FSW’s campuses, or online.

FSW Secure

FSW Secure is a college-wide safety initiative to improve our building security as well as our emergency response procedures.Utilizing campus police experts, facilities experts, as well as faculty and staff input, Florida SouthWestern State College has enhanced campus safety preparedness in many ways.Building AccessFeedbackPlease watch the recorded FSW Safety Summit with President Allbritten to learn more about these safety enhancements.

Event & Conference Services

Welcome to FSW – More than just classrooms!With auditoriums, outdoor gardens, and even a 3,100+ capacity arena, we have the perfect location to suit any of your special event needs! Important Insurance InformationAll events held on campus by external clients require a Certificate of Insurance. You may purchase short term, event specific general liability insurance through URMIA Tulip Insurance but there may be instances in which you will need additional automobile, workers compensation, or umbrella coverage. These additional products are not offered through Tulip and will need to be sourced and purchased by the client prior to reserving of location. Insurance RequirementsClick HereObtain a Quote from TulipClick HereLocation and Catering InformationRoom rental fees vary by room type. Rooms that are not preset such as classrooms and tiered auditoriums can be set up in a variety of layouts to meet your needs. You can discuss which layout works best during your events consultation. Once your location has been reserved, you may proceed with placing your catering order if one is needed. All catering on campus is provided by Canteen, a division of Compass Group. Please note that all food and alcohol purchases must be made through our campus vendor unless otherwise authorized by Event Services. Specialized menus can also be discussed with our chef once your location has been reserved. Room Rental FeesClick HereLocation Set UpsClick HereCatering MenuClick HereRequest Your Reservation Today!Due to the large volume of reservations we receive and the planning involved to coordinate events, it is suggested that you place your request at least one month prior to your event for all locations other than the arena. For the arena, it is suggested that you place your request at least two months prior to your event. Please note that if your events manager feels that your event will not be successful due to lack of time for planning and coordination, your request may be declined. Campus DepartmentsClick HereExternal Clients Click HereUse of college facilities is governed by College Operating Procedure 08-0801Questions?EventServices@fsw.edu

Care Services

Care Services. Your browser does not support the video tag. What Do We Do at Care Services?Florida SouthWestern State College is focused on educating and informing the community through caring, advocacy and supportive endeavors. Florida SouthWestern State College cares about our student’s holistic development and wellness. We believe that for all students to be successful, support must be given on an emotional, social, physical and intellectual basis. Our network provides support for all students through challenges they may face during their time at FSW. We recognize that it can often be overwhelming for students to navigate all of the support available to them. We assist in proactively connecting all students with campus resources and community partners for a successful academic, social, and emotional experience. As part of the "Care" model the team also enhances institutional awareness of potential threats to campus safety. Additionally, this team can provide students, faculty, and staff with opportunities to assess and manage problematic behavior before this behavior becomes a formal violation of the Student Code of Conduct. We encourage faculty, staff and students to report behavioral issues that represent disruptions that may affect the learning environment. Connect With Us!239-432-7354 Bucs Corner Care Report FormEmail care@fsw.eduMental Health CareActive MindsCare PantryCare Team & ReferralsPublic Health ResourcesHomeless Student and Foster Care Resources

Human Resources & Organizational Development

The Office of Human Resources is a proud supporter of Florida SouthWestern State College’s dedication to student success. The HR team is here to provide you, our employees, with the information and resources you need so you too are able to focus on our students and their success. This website is designed to provide you “anytime-anywhere” access to current human resources information regarding employment opportunities, benefits, compensation schedules and HR procedures. Please take some time to become familiar with the HR team and the services that are available to you. Most importantly, let us know if you have any questions or ideas that would help us serve you better.Important LinksEmployee Handbook - StaffEmployee Handbook (PDF) Classification and Compensation Classification and Compensation Classification Position Types Classification Status Types Wage & Salary Schedule Important Notices Committee Meetings (Public Notices) Campus Lactation Room Information (PDF) Social Security Number Usage Discrimination & Harassment (PDF) Drug and Alcohol Policy (PDF) Equal Access / Equal Opportunity (PDF) FSW Emergency Notifications Labor Law PostersFSW is required to provide certain federal and state labor law postings, both online and in college workplaces. Those postings are provided below, as well as at designated FSW campus locations. This list is not inclusive of all laws applicable to the workplace, and not every employee is subject to every law or regulation. If you have questions about this information or need additional assistance, please contact Susan Bronstein, Chief HR Officer at sbronstein@fsw.edu.Federal Labor Laws Changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act Effective July 1, 2024 Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Equal Employment Opportunity Act Commission (EEOC) - Know Your Rights Minimum Wage Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) IRS Tax Withholding Notice Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Uniform Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) Notice of Rights Workers with Disabilities Wages (PDF) National Labor Relations Act State Labor Laws Florida Equal Opportunity is the Law Florida Law Prohibits Discrimination Florida Minimum Wage Florida Reemployment Assistance Program Law and Reemployment Assistance Fraud Workers' Compensation Poster and Brochure Child Labor Laws

International Education

Featured video: FSW Study AbroadFeatured video: FSW in Italy 2023Welcome to the Center for International Education!MissionThe mission of the Center for International Education (CIE) is to support cultural awareness, global citizenship, and an appreciation of varied global perspectives through curricular and co-curricular experiences. CIE aims to support the FSW community in developing international activities that stimulate academic inquiry and enhance the institution’s cultural dialogue. CIE will facilitate transformative experiences empowering participants to become catalysts of growth and positive change at FSW and the greater community.VisionServe as a resource to all members of the FSW community who wish to explore and learn from communities and cultures across the globe.Support the development and implementation of staff/faculty-led travel abroad experiences for students.Facilitate student participation in study abroad experiences available at accredited institutions across the globe.Implement and promote cultural events and activities across the College.Enrich FSW’s community by creating partnerships to allow for cross-institutional teaching and learning experiences.Are you an international student and who would like more information? Please click here for the International Admissions page.