College of Central Florida Name Change Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the college change its name?
In 2009, the Florida Legislature adopted legislation to replace the Florida Community College System with the Florida College System, adopted a process for the approval of new baccalaureate degrees by institutions in the system, and established a process for how a community college would change its name. Because of these changes, the District Board of Trustees decided a name change for the college was appropriate.

Does the new name indicate a new mission for the college?
While the name has changed, the focus of the college is the same. The college will continue to serve the community through high quality educational opportunities that are accessible and affordable.

What baccalaureate degree programs will the college offer?

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Organizational Management with specializations in Agribusiness Management, Health Care Management, Management Information Systems or Public Safety Administration (beginning January 2011)
• Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education with Prekindergarten/Primary Education Certification (beginning August 2011)

Will tuition be the same for the baccalaureate courses as the associate degree courses?
Tuition for baccalaureate courses is more than that of associate courses at CF, but less than tuition at a four-year university. Current tuition fees are listed here.

Is the College of Central Florida considered a university?
CF is a community college offering selected baccalaureate degrees.

Have other community colleges changed their names?
Most institutions in the Florida College System — formerly the Florida Community College System — have considered, are in the process, or already have changed their names. For a list of the colleges, visit the Florida Department of Education Web site at http://data.fldoe.org/workforce/contacts/default.cfm?action=showList&ListID=52.

How does the new logo differ from the Patriot icon that the college unveiled in 2009?
The Patriot icon was created to unify Patriot Athletics at CF and is sometimes appropriate for other uses, as well. The new CF logo represents the entire institution.

How should College of Central Florida be abbreviated?
When abbreviating the college, refer to CF — not CCF — in conversation and in print.

Have website and e-mail addresses changed?

• The college website remains www.CF.edu.
• The Appleton Museum, College of Central Florida, website is www.AppletonMuseum.org.
• The CF Foundation website is www.CF.edu/foundation/.
• The CF Institute website is CFItraining.cf.edu.
• E-mail addresses will remain the same.

How does the name change affect students who began their studies when the name was Central Florida Community College?
Students who began their studies when the name was Central Florida Community College and graduate from May 10, 2010, forward will be graduates of College of Central Florida.

If I am a graduate of CFCC, which name should I use on academic and employment applications?
College of Central Florida.