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A two-year program of instruction consisting of courses offered to freshmen and sophomores intending to enter baccalaureate programs. All AA courses are advanced and professional in nature.

Math, reading, and writing support centers for scheduled classes, referrals, and drop-in students needing help with academic reading, writing and math projects.

Certification that a college meets a set of criteria established by one of six private, nonprofit, voluntary regional accrediting associations.

The procedure used to alter class schedules after initial registration and through the first week of the semester. During this time, students can adjust their schedule by dropping or adding a course without penalty.

A national examination through which credit may be awarded in specified subjects. The minimum passing score is required for the awarding of credit applicable toward a degree. Information is available in the Counseling, Advising, and Assessment Center.

A two-year program of instruction consisting of college level courses to prepare for entry into employment. All AS courses are advanced and professional or post-secondary vocational courses.

American College Testing Program. One of the assessment tests accepted for entry/placement at Florida SouthWestern State College.

State Board of Education rules that establish provisions to facilitate the smooth transition of students through the secondary, community college and university educational systems.

A college credit course taken for informational instruction only. College credit is not earned and regular fees are assessed. Testing and course pre-and co-requisites apply.