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Flagler College welcomes you to historic St. Augustine--a city of firsts that continues to attract explorers, innovators, and entrepreneurs to its shores, just as it did Ponce de León and, more recently, Henry M. Flagler. To understand what makes Flagler College different, you must first get to know a bit about Henry M. Flagler. An industrialist, philanthropist, and railroad pioneer, Flagler was also a visionary and an innovator. He saw Florida's potential and is credited with building much of the Florida coast, one luxury hotel after another, and making it the vacation destination it continues to be today. Flagler's legacy is alive and well in the intricate woodwork, marble mosaics, and soaring rotunda of the former Hotel Ponce de León, which he built in 1888 and serves as the centerpiece for Flagler College. At Flagler, we value the spirit of exploration and encourage our students to step out of their comfort zones and stretch themselves. We are looking for the next generation of explorers who believe that College is not the end but the beginning of a lifelong journey. Are you ready to think beyond the boundaries of classroom walls? Are you hungry to do work that matters? Are you curious to discover what is next? Flagler College welcomes you to a culture of exploration where you can dabble and dive in and discover lots of new things--and find yourself in the process. Bring your sense of adventure. Pack your tenacity. Harness your passion for making a difference. Flagler College will reward you with the critical-thinking skills you need to navigate the challenges ahead and the confidence to blaze your trail long after graduation. You can choose from 34 majors, 38 minors, and two pre-professional programs. However, at Flagler College, your degree is just the beginning of a lifetime of learning, growing, and discovering. Flagler College celebrates 49 years of providing a rich, comprehensive liberal arts education in a small, supportive environment. Its heritage, however, extends back more than a century. Please navigate through our interactive timeline to learn more about the College's namesake, Henry Flagler, and how a hotel became a college. For students applying for the spring semester, the Office of Admissions begins notifying applicants on a rolling basis after the fall class has closed and continues admitting students until the class is filled. Space for the January semester can be quite limited, and students desiring on-campus housing are advised to complete their applications early. What's a typical day at Flagler College look like? Well, that's mostly up to you. Schedule classes all through the day, or sprinkle them in between campus activities – you're free to pick your passions. Many students choose between 12-15 credit hours a week and still find time to work around town, actively participate in a student club, and explore the scenic community around them. If you're unsure which route to take, each student is assigned an advisor to help you map it all out. See what a typical day at Flagler College may look like for you. Built-in 1996 and named for College Chancellor and former President Dr. William Proctor, the Proctor Library anchors the northwest corner of the College's campus on Valencia and Sevilla Streets. The architecture and design of the three-story Library, both inside and out, model the College's distinctive Gilded Age style representing the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, built by Henry M. Flagler as a grand resort 1888. The Proctor Library is a vital educational resource on the Flagler College campus. It is staffed and equipped to provide all the services typical to a research library. This includes research support, instruction, computer-based search services, inter-library loan, and audiovisual materials and equipment. Professional librarians are available during library hours to assist users. Computer capabilities in the Proctor Library facility include 200-networked computer workstations for student, faculty, and staff use. WiFi capability is available on all three floors. Accessibility options are activated on the networked computers, and these computers also contain the JAWS screen software application for use by deficient vision students. Other adaptive technologies in the Library include a CC-TV to enlarge print material for low vision students, a Sara Ce used to read documents and books for students, and an additional accessibility station equipped with Connect Out Loud and Open Book. Four large instruction/group study areas in the Library are equipped with full audiovisual and computer projection capabilities to support more massive group collaboration and presentations. Various seating and privacy options exist throughout the Library and offer seating for approximately 500 users for individual or group learning. The third floor offers a sizeable open-access computer lab, the graphic design lab/studio, four technology-equipped lab/classrooms, and several faculty and administrative offices. As a Flagler College student, you will be encouraged to explore across disciplines, collaborate to solve problems, and hone your critical-thinking skills. All to prepare you for the journey ahead: a fulfilling career, graduate studies, and the opportunity to do work you love. Our team of professionals can guide you, coach you, and help you make some decisions about what you want to do with all that excellent knowledge and experience you have gained. Armed with the latest data and skillsets employers seek in various fields, our team can be a great resource as you start to consider career and graduate study options with services. View full university