1963
Niceville, FL

School Details

Northwest Florida State College was established by the Florida legislature in 1963. NWF is part of the Florida College System, a network of 28 public state and community colleges. Located in the coastal heart of Northwest Florida, the college operates six area campuses and centers in Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, Crestview, DeFuniak Springs, South Walton County, and Hurlburt Field. NWF’s mission is to provide a “high-quality, globally competitive education that is a catalyst for cultural, civic, and economic development.”  

Northwest Florida State College offers associate’s and bachelor’s degree and certificate options, as well as adult education, high school equivalency instruction, and non-credit continuing education. Many of these degrees can be earned completely online. Northwest Florida State College online degrees offer top-quality, affordable, and accessible programs that also provide outstanding student support. Online programs are available in various lengths of “fast-track” terms.

Accreditation & Licensing

Northwest Florida State College is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Northwest Florida State College is located in Florida

Florida at a Glance:

State flag of FL
Tallahassee
21,538,187
170,312 sq mi
12
30
28
$11,000.00

Top Majors in Florida:

Top Incentives in Florida:

Top Career Pathways in Florida:

Healthcare Administration
  • Entry Level: Healthcare Coordinator ($60,000)
  • Mid Level: Practice Manager ($85,000)
  • Senior Level: Healthcare Executive ($150,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Healthcare Administration
  • Certifications: ACHE, CMPE
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Online Programs offered by Northwest Florida State College

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Business

Bachelor of Applied Science in Management & Supervision / Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Applied Science in Management & Supervision / Supervision

Computer Science & IT

Associate in Arts in Computer & Information Science
Associate in Arts in Information Technology

Education

Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education / Birth through Four

Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Psychology & Human Services

Associate in Arts in Psychology
Associate in Arts in Social Work