Hillsborough Community College offers associate's degrees in fields ranging from agriculture and restaurant management to graphic design. The college also confers technical certificates in criminal justice technology, veterinarian technology and other fields. This two-year school hosts classes at five campuses throughout the Tampa area. Applicants can defray tuition and fees by applying to the HCC Foundation for scholarships. Hillsborough Community College offers skills assessments, open houses and resume assistance through its Career Resource Center. The college also offers several intramural tournaments.
Hillsborough Community College
2112 N. 15th St.
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 253-7601
hccfl.edu
Florida College is a private Christian college offering bachelor's degrees in liberal sciences, elementary education and Biblical studies. Students interested in transferring to other colleges can pursue associate's degrees in general studies at Florida College. The Financial Aid department at Florida College helps students pay for college with departmental, academic and endowed scholarships. The school offers four residence halls along with six intramural societies that organize on-campus events for students.
Florida College
119 N. Glen Arven Ave.
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
(813) 988-5131
floridacollege.edu
Southwest Florida College serves students at campuses in Tampa, Fort Myers and Port Charlotte. This public college confers associate's degrees in technical fields like computer aided design, interior design and criminal justice. Students can also pursue bachelor's degrees in early childhood education and health care administration. Southwest Florida College accommodates busy professionals with online courses in medical billing and paralegal studies. The school's Financial Aid office works through the Florida Office of Student Financial Association to reduce tuition costs with scholarships. Graduating students can work with the Career Services Department to improve their resumes and use alumni networks to find entry-level jobs.
Southwest Florida College
3910 Riga Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33619
(813) 630-4401
swfc.edu/
The University of Tampa offers more than 120 degree programs, including performing arts, criminology and forensic science. Graduate students at this Tampa area college pursue degrees in business administration and nursing. The school maintains multiple aid options to help students in need, including the Presidential, Dean's and Transfer Scholarships. The University of Tampa hosts 140 student groups ranging from the Equestrian Club to the Roller Hockey Team. Students live in 10 residence halls to stay close to classrooms and the Macdonald-Kelce Library.
The University of Tampa
401 W. Kennedy Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 253-3333
ut.edu