The Collegiate Difference

The Collegiate High School (CHS) at Northwest Florida State College, established in 2000, is an innovative charter school that consistently ranks among the top high schools in Florida.

 

With a proven track record of academic and student success, parent satisfaction and accolades from state and national education officials, the Collegiate High School at Northwest Florida State College (NWF State College) is a true testament to the power of choice. The students enrolled in this innovative public school consistently earn an A+ rating in the state each year on the Florida School Accountability report.

The school has also received the prestigious honor of being named a 2006 and 2013 Blue Ribbon School. This nationally recognized award is presented by the United States Department of Education for superior academic achievement.

About Collegiate
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At a Glance

The Collegiate High School, while embracing technology and reading across-the-curriculum, sets itself apart from tradition based education with several innovative programs.

  • Free college tuition & textbooks

  • A high school diploma, a two-year college degree and transferable college credits available at the same time

  • Instruction by college faculty who hold doctorates or other advanced degrees in their field of expertise

  • Graduates completing requirements are fully eligible for scholarship awards through the Florida Bright Futures Program

  • Small school atmosphere with 435 students

  • Personal attention and free academic tutoring

  • Use of all NWF State College state-of-the-art facilities

  • Individualized program of study to meet specific interests, academic goals and meet the prerequisites of more than 200 Florida university bachelor’s degree programs

  • Participation in clubs, activities, honors groups and more