Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC)

Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC) operates as a centralized, shared-services organization supporting all 40 public colleges and universities in Florida. It is not an educational institution but rather provides critical support services, including library resources, distance learning support, IT/networking, student advising, and education programs.

FLVC collaborates with Florida's entire education community to develop free services that help students prepare for and succeed in college and prepare for careers after graduation. It is funded by the Florida Legislature and managed by Florida State University's Northwest Regional Data Center.

Core Services of FLVC:

- Centralized library system used by all 40 public colleges and universities in Florida.

- Support services for statewide higher education distance learning.

- Centrally-licensed, statewide portfolio of library e-resources.

- Statewide website, FloridaShines.org, providing student access to all FLVC services.

- Resources for college and career planning.

- Online transfer options for students.

Statewide Impact:

FLVC's services are integral to Florida's education community, supporting all public postsecondary institutions within the Florida College System (FCS), the State University System (SUS), and K-12 school districts. All tools and resources provided by FLVC are available at no cost to students.

About FLVC:

FLVC's centralized, shared-services model enhances efficiency, generates value, and saves costs for the state of Florida. It optimizes the use of college/university staff, capital, and time, providing significant dividends to the education system.