Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Florida Christian
College located?
FCC is conveniently located 20 miles south of Orlando in Kissimmee,
Florida. Our campus is located just off Florida 's Turnpike at exit 244
and right across the street from the Houston Astros' spring training complex.
Our 40-acre campus provides a small-town setting with access to Orlando's
theme parks, sports, cultural events, and transportation.
Will I be able to find
a job in Kissimmee?
The job market surrounding Florida
Christian College is outstanding. Due to the large number of residents
and tourists in the greater Orlando area there are many industries that
are in search of quality part-time employees.
Does FCC offer any evening
programs or correspondence courses?
Yes, FCC does offer both correspondence
courses and accelerated evening courses for adult learners. To learn
more about these programs contact our LEAD office at 407-569-1171.
How many students attend
Florida Christian College ?
Approximately 300 undergraduate students are currently enrolled at Florida
Christian College, which makes quite an intimate, family-like atmosphere
on campus. Our students come from 15 different states and 3 countries.
Sixty-five percent of students live on campus.
What is the male/female
ratio?
The current male-to-female ratio is 49% (male) to 51% (female).
What is the average
class size?
The average class size at FCC is 18 students.
What are the professors
like?
The faculty-to-student ratio
is approximately 13 to 1. Our professors are highly personable and
highly educated. All of our professors hold top degrees from distinguished
institutions, and have over 120 years of combined ministry experience.
They also enjoy getting to know students both in and outside of the classroom.
Many of our students have found themselves over at a professor's
house for dinner, babysitting, birthday parties, or even a Super Bowl
party. Learn more.
What is Florida Christian
College's church affiliation?
FCC is affiliated with the Independent Christian Churches/Churches of
Christ. Learn more.
Is Florida Christian
College accredited?
Florida Christian College is regionally accredited. In fact, FCC
is accredited by the both the Association of Biblical Higher Education
and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more.
Do I have to declare
a major when I enroll?
No. You can remain undecided your freshman year and simply take courses
and core requirements before declaring a major.
How do students apply
for financial aid?
Visit our Financial Aid pages for complete details. Nearly 95 percent
of FCC students receive some type of financial aid.
When are admissions decisions
made? You can apply online to begin the admissions process. FCC
is on a rolling admissions basis. You will receive notification approximately
two weeks after all of your materials are received by FCC.
What is on-campus housing
like?
Instead of having dorms, FCC
has on-campus apartments. Each of these apartments has either two
or three bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Students
pay a housing fee every semester which includes rent, all utilities, local
phone access, cable TV, and high-speed wireless internet access.
Can I bring my computer
to campus?
You can bring a computer and have either direct dial-up access or wireless
high-speed network access to the internet in your room. For those
of you who don't have computers, we have a computer lab in our library
that has internet and printer access.
How do you help freshmen
transition to college?
Special PACE classes are offered during the fall semester of your freshman
year. You'll learn about study skills, time management, diversity, servant
leadership, community service and career development to help you adjust
well and succeed in college.
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