BRADENTON, FLA (April 2, 2026)—Fall 2026 enrollment is now open at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF). Classes run from Aug. 17 to Dec. 4 at SCF Bradenton, SCF Lakewood Ranch, SCF Venice and online.   

SCF provides flexible course scheduling, including:

• Go Live with SCF Online – Live video instruction.
• Flex Start – Multiple start dates, including 12-week, eight-week, six-week and five-week sessions.

SCF offers associate and bachelor’s degrees, along with credit and non-credit workforce certificates. Credits from SCF’s associate in arts degree are transferable to any Florida public college or university.

SCF tuition is significantly lower than that of many Florida universities. Financial aid, scholarships, grants, student employment and payment plans are available.

Students have access to a wide range of support services to help them succeed, including tutoring, academic advising, career coaching, libraries and placement test preparation.

Additional resources available are for students with disabilities, first-generation college students, military veterans and those pursuing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers. Student clubs, athletics, performing arts, campus events and activities also provide opportunities for engagement.  

Current students can register at My.SCF.edu. New students can apply at SCF.edu/Admissions. For more information, visit SCF.edu or contact Admissions by phone at 941-752-5050, text 941-304-5443 or email at Admissions@SCF.edu.