FEBRUARY-2017
ABA Approves Paralegal Program
The American Bar Association approved the college ’ s Paralegal Studies Program after a stringent review , creating a strong career path for students into the field . ( Student Recruitment , Diversity Initiatives )
Paralegal Highlights :
• The program is just the 10th in Florida to gain ABA approval after a review in which it met strict standards for a well-rounded education to meet the needs of the local legal community .
• Graduates earn an Associate in Science Degree after completing courses in procedural and substantive law , practical paralegal skills and general education .
• The program culminates with a semester long internship where students bridge the gap between classroom learning and real world legal experience .
Florida Today Special Report
Florida Today spotlighted EFSC achievements from 2012-16 in a 12-page special marketing section that appeared in print and online with videos and links in stories to the college ’ s website . ( Student Enrollment , Public Relations , Community Awareness )
Report Highlights :
• Five stories focused on the vision for the college ’ s growth , new academic programs , campus expansion plans , student life and EFSC Foundation .
• Online , each story featured an accompanying video that discussed achievements .
• The special report was widely read and viewed , giving Florida Today readers a clear sense of the college ’ s successful direction .
MARCH-2017
Top College Rankings
EFSC Earned top collegiate rankings in Florida and U . S . in two separate surveys that showed the strength of the college ’ s programs , instruction , and affordability . ( Student Recruitment , Diversity Initiatives , Employee Relations , Financial Management , Trustee Relations , Community Awareness )
Ranking Highlights :
• Schools . com ranked Eastern Florida State College the top community college in Florida in a study that examined the 28-member Florida College System .
• The study cited EFSC for “ its commitment to affordability and enrichment opportunities ” in the Florida College System .
• Schools . com also said : “ EFSC ranks in the top three for affordability of tuition , fees , books and supplies . It also finished in the top three for graduation rates and in the top 10 for its transfer rate to the State University System of Florida . EFSC also offers credit for life experience and onsite child care , both of which can be a big help for busy students .”
• RegisteredNursing . org ranked EFSC ’ s Nursing Program 3rd among 50 public and private colleges and universities in Florida , praising the quality of the instruction that students receive .
• The ranking stated : “ EFSC has well-respected nursing faculty who work hard to prepare students for the rigors of professional nursing . Students commit to an engaging education for community betterment .”
• EFSC had the highest ranking of any college in the Florida College System in the RegisteredNursing . org report .