Key West Campus
Middle Keys Center
305-296-9081
305-743-2133
Upper Keys
Center
Florida’s 28 Community & State Colleges
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Brevard Community College
Broward State College
College of Central Florida
Chipola College
Daytona State College
Edison State College
Florida Gateway College
Florida State College at
Jacksonville
Florida Keys Community College
Gulf Coast State College
Hillsborough Community
College
Indian River State College
Lake-Sumter Community College
Miami Dade College
North Florida Community
College
Northwest Florida State College
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Palm Beach State College
Pasco-Hernando Community
College
Pensacola State College
Polk State College
St. Johns River State College
St. Petersburg College
Santa Fe College
Seminole State College
South Florida Community College
State College of Florida ManateeSarasota
Tallahassee Community College
Valencia Community College
Advising Services Staff
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Michelle Cherry, Director of Student Advisement and Engagement
305-809-3237
Suzy Park, Testing Coordinator/Academic Advisor
305-809-3269
Laura Estevez, Coordinator of Student Activities/Academic Advisor
305-809-3247
Nicole Gerrard, Academic Advisor/Career Advisor/AS Liaison Advisor
305-809-3262
Karla Malsheimer, Coordinator of Students with Disabilities/Assistant to
the Director of Student Advisement and Engagement
305-809-3292
Nancy Smith, Academic Advisor/Marathon Campus
305-743-2133
Keri Dozier, Academic Advisor/Coral Shores Campus
305-852-8007
Chris Fletcher, Centers Director/Marathon and Coral Shores Campus
305-809-3147
FKCC Academic Programs:
• Associate in Arts
(University transfer degree)
• Associate in Science
(“Go to work” degree)
• Nursing
• Marine Environmental Technology
• Marine Engineering
• Diving Business & Technology
• Computer Information Technology
• Computer Programming Analysis
• Associate in Applied Science
• Business Administration
• Advanced Technical Diploma
• Emergency Medical Services
• Certificates
• Addiction Studies
• Entrepreneurship
• Marine Propulsion Technology
• Continuing Education
(non-credit)
• Workforce training
• Recreational and leisure
University Transfer –
Associate in Arts degree (AA)
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Involves a broad range of general education
requirements, including 36 credits of
communications, mathematics, humanities,
natural science, and social science requirements,
and 24 elective credits for a total of 60 credit
hours.
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Equivalent to the first 2 years of study at the
University level (Freshman and Sophomore
levels).
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Earn your AA Degree at FKCC and transfer to
any of the 11 Public Universities more than 25
Independent Colleges and Universities!
*(except limited access programs)
AA Educational Plans for:
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Accounting
Biology
Business Administration and Management
General Transfer
History
Marine/Aquatic Biology
Pre-Nursing
Psychology
University Requirement- AA Degree
Foreign Language Requirement:
 For undergraduate admission to a state university, students must have earned
2 years in a foreign language at the high school level.
 If a student did NOT complete this requirement while in high school, the
student must complete 8 credit hours in one foreign language at FKCC prior to
transferring.
State Universities
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University of West Florida
Florida State University
Florida A & M University
University of Florida
University of North Florida
University of Central Florida
University of South Florida
Florida Atlantic University
Florida International University
Florida Gulf Coast University
New College of Florida
Independent Colleges and
Universities
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Barry University
Beacon College
Bethune-Cookman College
Clearwater Christian College
Eckerd College
Edward Waters College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical
University
Flagler College
Florida College
Florida Hospital College of Heath
Sciences
Florida Institute of Technology
Florida Memorial University
Florida Southern College
Hodges University
International College
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Jacksonville University
Lynn University
Nova Southeastern University
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Rollins College
Southeastern University
Stetson University
St. Leo University
St. Thomas University
University of Tampa
Warner University
Webber International University
Associate in Science
The AS degree is a two year program comprised of vocational and
general education courses to prepare you for a career in:
• Computer Information Technology
Program Advisor Dawn Ellis 305-809-3284
• Computer Programming and Analysis
Program Advisor Dawn Ellis 305-809-3284
• Diving Business and Technology
Program Advisor William Chalfant 305-809-3214
• Marine Engineering
Dean of Marine Science- Dr. Patrick Rice 305-809-3228
• Marine Environmental Technology
Program Advisor/Dean of Marine Science
Dr. Patrick Rice 305-809-3228
• Nursing (Limited Access Program)
Nursing Department 305-809-3268
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
The AAS Degree is a two year program comprised of
vocational and general education courses which prepare you
for careers in:
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Business Administration
Program Advisor Frank Wood 305-809-3287
Certificate Programs
Technical Certificates and Advanced Technical Diplomas (ATD)
are 1-year programs designed to prepare you to enter the
workforce in the following areas:
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Addictions Studies
Nursing Department 305-809-3268
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Entrepreneurship
Program Advisor Frank Wood 305-809-3287
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Marine Propulsion Technology
Dean of Marine Science- Dr. Patrick Rice 305-809-3228
Advanced Technical Diploma
• Emergency Medical Services
Nursing Department 305-809-3268
Complete Your Associate in
Arts Degree at MKC
For transfer to University
AND/OR . . .
 General Education requirements for the
A.S. degree programs located in Key West
or UKC
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Advisor: Nancy Smith
nancy.smith@fkcc.edu
Non-credit Programs in:
 Pharmacy
Technician
 Phlebotomy
 Medical
Technician
Coding and Billing
Online FKCC Catalog
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General Information
◦ College Mission Statement
◦ Rules and Regulations
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Student Services
◦ Admission Requirements
◦ Orientation
◦ Testing
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Academic Policies & Procedures
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Student Responsibility
Withdrawal Policies
Course Substitutions
Academic Probation/Suspension
Programs of Study/Specialized Academic Programs
Course Descriptions
Student Handbook
Policies and Procedures
This contains information about your responsibilities as a student:
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Academic Calendar- Important Semester Dates
Programs of Study
Student Affairs
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Academic Regulations
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The Gordon Rule
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Student Activities
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Special Support Services
◦ Advising Services
◦ Testing
◦ Orientation
◦ Appeals
◦ Graduation Requirements
◦ Class Attendance
◦ 6,000 word writing requirement for English and Humanities
◦ Student Clubs
Student Handbook- Continued
School Policies
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Smoke Free Policy
Religious Observances
HIV/AIDS Policy
Sexual Assault Policy
Harassment Policy
Drug-Free Workplace
Substance Abuse Policy
College Facilities for Your Use
Programs of Study
Academic Regulations
The Gordon Rule
Hazing
Solicitation
• Federal Laws that relate to
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Computer Lab Usage Policies
(including Internet)
Students Right And
Responsibilities
Student Disciplinary/
Grievance Procedures
Campus- Maps
Nondiscrimination Policy
Glossary Of Terms
Fee Information
Resources
Florida Keys Community College has a variety of resources that can help you move toward
your academic and career goals. A number of our resources are listed below:
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Advising Services• Coral Shores: 305-809-3146
• Marathon: 305-809-3145
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Student Activities- Call Laura Estevez 305-809-3247
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Financial Aid-305-809-3523
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University Books-Online Bookstore- www.fkcc.edu (select Current Students, then
Bookstore)
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Special Support Services -Call Karla Malsheimer 305-809-3292
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Online Faculty Directory - www.fkcc.edu
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SMARTHINKING- Online Tutoring www.smarthinking.com
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Degree Works- www.fkcc.edu
Degree Works
What are the benefits in using Degree Works?
• Determine what requirements you need to fulfill in order to complete your degree.
• Identify what requirements you have completed in the general education and program areas.
• View individual course grades, cumulative grade-point average (GPA), and major average.
• Determine which courses you have taken or transferred, and which ones count as electives.
• View transfer credits, waivers, and exemptions applied toward degree.
• Project grade performance using the GPA calculator.
• See how your coursework could be applied toward another program using the What If option.
• Learn the prerequisites and co-requisites for courses by clicking on the course numbers.
*See myFKCC and Degree Works Instruction Sheet located in folder*
Island TIME: Transition Into Math
Excellence
Beginning in the 2013 school year, Marathon and Coral
Shores Centers will offer Developmental Math courses will
ditch the “chalk and talk” for a new and improved way of
teaching –
Island TIME: Transition Into Math Excellence
Students will benefit from a personalized learning
experience that combines face-to-face instruction with
easy-to-use technology. The goals of FKCC’s new program
are to ensure students successfully complete developmental
math courses, and are then prepared and confident for the
next step toward a bright future.
• Student Centered
• Self Paced
• Technology- Assisted
Our Website www.fkcc.edu
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Academic Calendar
Online Student
Handbook
Online Registration
Online Catalog
Links to Federal
Financial Aid
Application
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Course Schedule
Testing
Student Email
Information about degree
programs including AA/AS/
AAS/Certificates
Career Resources
Student Activities
Library
Online Bookstore
Faculty & Staff Directory
Important
Announcements
Final Grades
FAQ Page
Virtual Campus Map
Before You Can Register…
All students must have test scores on file that are less than 2
years old (ACT, SAT, or PERT)
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Listed are the scores that will place a student at college level
for the ACT and SAT:
ACT: English= 17, Reading= 18, Math= 21
SAT: Verbal= 440, Math= 480
PERT: English=99, Reading=104, Math123
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Transfer students must have transcripts from ALL colleges
attended on file and evaluated. This will determine whether
or not the transfer student will need to take a placement
exam.
If you are still unsure about what classes to take,
please call Advising Services at 305-809-3196
What are Developmental Courses?
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The Postsecondary Educational Readiness Test (PERT) will determine if your
academic skills are currently at college level in reading, writing, and math.
Your scores may indicate that you need a some additional academic review to
bring your skills up to college level in a particular area.
Listed below are specific Developmental courses students may place into:
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Developmental Reading I
Developmental Reading II
Developmental Writing I
Developmental Writing II
Developmental Math Courses
◦ Developmental Math I
◦ Developmental Math II
Testing Information
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PERT (Postsecondary Education Readiness Test)
◦ Retest Fee $10.00
◦ Non FKCC student Fee $25.00
 CLEP (College-Level Examination Program)
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DANTES (DSST-DANTES Subject Standardized Tests)
For additional Testing information call
Suzy Park, Testing Coordinator 305-809-3269
Scheduling Considerations
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First determine your preparatory course needs (use your
highest scores from any/all tests taken within 2 years).
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Completion of all preparatory needs prior to earning 12
college level credit hours is required. Meaning that all
students who place in prep courses will need to take them
within their first semester.
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Only three attempts permitted for any course (withdrawals
count). Refer to Total Attempts in the 2011-2012 FKCC Catalog
page 57.
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Third attempts at courses charge full cost at Out-of State rates
($386.52 per credit).
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Contact your Academic or Program Advisor at least once per
semester.
FACTS.ORG
Florida’s online advising website
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Log on to www.facts.org to:
◦ Explore careers and determine career objectives
◦ Search for public or private four-year college or universities
and community colleges
◦ Explore College and University programs and majors
◦ Apply online to public Universities
◦ Learn about and apply for Financial Aid
How Do I Pay For My Education?
Apply for the FAFSA, the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid
It Provides:
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Grants
Scholarships
Work Study
Stafford Loans
Outside Sources
Important Financial Aid Websites
www.facts.org
Your source for career assessments, college and
university searches, online applications and more.
 www.fafsa.ed.gov
Steps for filling out your FAFSA, set up your pin
number, submit your FAFSA.
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Enrollment Services
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Submit Application for Admissions
Residency Verification
Official Transcript Requests
Register/Drop/Add/Withdraw
VA Benefit Questions
Enrollment Verifications
Transcript Evaluations
Apply for Graduation
FKCC Student Clubs and Events
List of Clubs to Join:
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Student Government Association
Sigma Alpha Pi Leadership Society
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Hillel Club (Jewish Organization)
Mud Pi (Ceramics Club)
Scuba Club
Environmental Club
FNSA (Nursing) Club
Bone Island Athletic Club
Brain Bowl Academic
Challenge Team
Events Include:
•Beach Parties
•Community Clean-Up
•Game Night
•Workshops
•Snorkel Trips
•Campus BBQs
•Movie Night
•Bowling Night
•State Conferences
Campus
Notifications
In the event of an emergency, college closure, or cancellation, students will
automatically receive a phone call and email from FKCC.
Please ensure that your contact information is up to date via Enrollment
Services.
Please note: all email communication will automatically go to your fkcc.edu
email account so make sure you check it regularly!
Helpful Points for You …
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Understand your limits with course
loads:
Part-time ≤ 11 credits
Full-time ≥ 12 credits
Where to go for help?
◦ Campus Resources
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Educational Planning Tools?
◦ Advising Services
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Remember to allow 1-2 hours of study
time for each credit hour.
Always print your class schedule to
confirm assigned classroom before
first day of classes.
Attend ALL classes
Third attempt on a course will equal
Out of State tuition rate.
 $386.52 per credit
Reading your Class schedule:
M= Monday
T= Tuesday
W= Wednesday
R=Thursday
F= Friday
S= Saturday
U= Sunday