Academic Advising

Overview

The Watson Center offers a one-stop service for nearly all processes necessary to take a student from application to graduation. Students will find that our learning lab, located in KA-102, can assist with the application process, Florida residency, initial assessment (PERT), FAFSA (Federal Application for Student Aid), academic advising, and registration. Complete the free Santa Fe College application online or in our learning lab. Whether you're a degree-seeking student or interested in a certificate program, our academic advisors can guide you with every step.

Advising

The Watson Center advisor will help students develop effective strategies and techniques to succeed in college. Fostering awareness and appropriate decision-making skills allows students to become better informed throughout their educational path. Understanding that college is a learning environment will promote growth and development towards future success. Contact an advisor today!

Admissions

The college admissions process can be overwhelming to prospective students. The Watson Center staff specialize in providing accurate information to assist with Florida residency classification, enrollment, and registration. After students have submitted high school diplomas, SAT/ACT, or GED scores, the advising specialists will assist them with the appropriate placement testing. The student must complete the FAFSA application to determine their eligibility for grants and loans in the form of Financial Aid.

Florida Residency

The purpose of residency classification is to determine whether a student will pay in-state or out-of-state tuition for a given academic term. To make the appropriate determination, the student must provide clear documentation that supports permanent legal residence in Florida. The Watson Center staff are prepared to aid and assist with the completion of the Florida Residency Reclassification for Tuition Purposes Form.

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