FCAN Blog
FCAN’s 2026 Policy Priorities
The Florida College Access Network’s (FCAN) 2026 state policy priorities focuses on affordability, an issue that remains top of mind for current and prospective students. Policy options for 2026 include expanding access to the Florida Student Assistance Grant,...
Fellows Selected for FCAN’s 2025-26 Student Fellowship
Florida College Access Network (FCAN) has selected 11 students to participate in the fifth annual Student Fellowship. The Student Fellowship, led by the FCAN Policy Team, empowers college students across the state to build their communication skills while championing...
International Students Contribute to Florida’s Degree Attainment and Workforce Development Goals
According to the State University System (SUS), more than 30,000 international students from over 200 countries are enrolled across its campuses. These students contribute both directly and indirectly to their institutions. The SUS has identified increasing STEM...
Investing in the Future: How Community Partnerships and Summer RISE Empower Citrus County Students
Each summer, incoming junior class students gather at the College of Central Florida in Citrus County for a transformative two-day experience known as Summer RISE. More than just a college prep program, Summer RISE is a collaborative community effort to open doors,...
SCOPE Delivers Personalized Postsecondary Support Across Hillsborough County
SCOPE, Student Center of Postsecondary Exploration, is a transformative initiative designed to help students plan for life after graduation in Hillsborough County. Launched in 2022 at King High School and developed and managed by Hillsborough Education Foundation, the...
Register for “FAFSA Forward: Regional Success Stories & 2026-27 Preview” webinar
Florida College Access Network is bringing together three regional community organizations who have demonstrated measurable success in helping students navigate the FAFSA process. Their outstanding work in FAFSA completion deserves recognition and can inspire other...
A Kick-Off to College Application Season
As a new school year kicks off, high school seniors are stepping into their final year filled with excitement and big decisions. Among that includes planning for life after graduation. Apply Yourself Florida, Florida College Access Network’s statewide initiative, aims...
Annual College 101 Series Returns, Helping Students Navigate the College-Going Journey
This September, the annual College 101 virtual sessions return for students and families to learn more about the college-going process. Each session will cover a key topic including: college and career pathways, the application process, and how to pay for a...
Bridge 2 Life Hosts U.S. Secretary of Education, Commissioner of Education, and education leaders for a FAFSA Beta Workshop as Florida’s Only Testing Partner
Broward County’s Bridge 2 Life (B2L) marked a major milestone on August 13, hosting a special reception followed by a FAFSA completion workshop as part of its participation in the 2026–2027 FAFSA Beta test. B2L is one of only a handful of organizations nationwide, and...
DeSoto County Launches LCAN to Help Students Complete FAFSA and Pursue Postsecondary Success
Community-driven partnership joins statewide effort to build a Talent Strong Florida When Mark Smith joined Thomas Williams of PLANit Sarasota at a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) workshop, he saw firsthand the barriers many families face when trying...