Fall 2026 Classes Begin

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
August 17, 2026

Welcome.

As a member of the distinguished Manatees community at SCF, you should feel a sense of pride. SCF stands out as one of the best state colleges, offering exceptional academic programs, high exam passage rates, and impressive postgraduate employment. You have access to a comprehensive range of educational and support services, and we are here to guide and support you on every step of your higher education journey.

I look forward to seeing you online or on campus.

Thank you for choosing SCF.

Tommy Gregory, J.D.
President

Fall 2026
Aug. 13 Faculty return
Aug. 21 Faculty planning/convocation
Aug. 17 Classes begin
Sep. 7 Labor Day holiday (no classes)
Nov. 11 Veterans Day observed (no classes)
Nov. 25 Classes end
Nov. 26-27 Thanksgiving break (no classes)
Dec. 7-10 Final examinations
Dec. 11 Commencement
Dec. 11 Final grades due by 11:59 p.m.
Dec. 12 – Jan. 10 Winter break (students)
Dec. 12 – Jan. 6 Winter break (faculty)
Dec. 21 – Jan. 1 Winter break (staff)

For a detailed listing of all academic calendar dates for the 2026-27 academic year, visit SCF.edu/Academics/Academic-Calendar. Academic calendar subject to change.