Explore SPC and Apply to the College for FREE!

SPC Marketing | 3/25/2025

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Explore SPC online and on campus

Discover what St. Petersburg College can offer you at Explore SPC. Attend any of the on-campus or Explore SPC webinar events and your $40 application fee will be waived! Explore SPC Live webinars will be held in the afternoon and evenings April 14-17. On-campus events take place April 16-24 at various times and SPC locations.

“Whether you're looking for short-term workforce and trade skills training, certificates, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, or beyond, there's something for everyone,” said Jacob Wortock, Director of Recruitment and Enrollment Services. “With both virtual and on-campus options, you can connect with SPC faculty and staff, get your questions answered, and find the perfect path to a better job and a better life. Plus, this is the best time to get started. Attend a webinar or campus event, apply to SPC, and we’ll waive the $40 application fee! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to take the next step toward a better job and a better life.”

U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 study ranked SPC first in the Tampa Bay region for Best Online Bachelor's Program and Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Veterans in its 2025 study.

“St. Petersburg College is proud of our faculty and staff and the quality of education and sincere support we provide for our students," said Dr. Matthew Liao-Troth, SPC’s Vice President of Academic Affairs. "As an innovator of online education in the Florida College System, we have been delivering online bachelor’s degree programs for almost 30 years so that residents of the Tampa Bay region can complete their degrees even while juggling work and family obligations. We know our students come to us for better jobs and better lives, and we strive to exceed their expectations by continuously investing in professional development for our faculty and staff and online support tools for our students.”

On-Campus Events

RSVP to attend any of the campus events and explore the many program options including degrees, certificates, and transfer programs. You can also submit important admissions documents and learn more about how you can pay for college. SPC staff will be there to provide campus tours and allow participants to explore campus life. Learn about various course format options — on campus, online, SPC LIVE Online, and more. Your $40 college application fee will be waived, and you can get ready to enroll in this year’s Summer or Fall terms.

April 16: SPC Construction Expo, Midtown Center, 1300 22^nd St. S., 10 a.m. to noon
April 16: Downtown Center, 244 2nd Ave N., 4-6 p.m.
April 21: Clearwater Campus, LA Building, 2465 Drew St., 3-7 p.m.
April 23: Seminole Campus, UP Lobby, 9200 113th St., 3-7 p.m.
April 23: St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus, SU Building, 6605 Fifth Ave N., 3-7 p.m.
April 24: Tarpon Springs Campus, Administration Building, 600 E Klosterman Road, 3-7 p.m.
April 24: Vet Tech Open House, Veterinary Technology Training Center at Pinellas County Animal Services, 12376 Ulmerton Road, Largo, 4-7 p.m.

Explore SPC Webinars

Can’t attend in person or looking for a more convenient option to Explore SPC? Take part in a webinar and receive the $40 application fee waiver when to apply to SPC.

April 14: Free Money for College | 6-6:30 p.m.
April 15: Short-Term Training and Certifications | Noon – 12:30 p.m.
April 15: Why SPC and How to Get Started | 6-6:30 p.m.
April 16: Better Jobs, Better Lives: Featuring TD Synnex: Noon – 12:30 p.m.
April 16: Better Jobs, Better Lives: Featuring BayCare | 6-7 p.m.
April 17: Health Programs Showcase | Noon – 1 p.m.
April 17: Baccalaureate Showcase | 6-7 p.m.