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5001 St. Johns Avenue
Palatka, Florida 32177
386.312.4300
floarts@sjrstate.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Associate in Science in Acting
Associate in Science in Musical Theater
Associate in Science in Stage Management
Associate in Science in Dance Studies/Dance Performance
Associate in Science in Scenic/Lighting Design and Technology
Associate in Science in Costume Design and Technology
Associate in Science in Stage Technology


There are many challenges inherent in deciding your future. As you seek to pursue a career in a creative field how can a school like the Florida School of the Arts fit your needs? Florida School of the Arts was, from its inception, designed to be an intimate setting where students received close and individual attention. Our top priority is your success. With a staff of dedicated, professional faculty we focus on your needs, building upon your strengths, helping you grow beyond your present limitations. A life in the creative arts is filled with challenges but can be rewarding beyond your imagination. Let us help you realize your dreams. Create your future at the Florida School of the Arts.


Notable Alumni Include:

<p>Ben Lamoureax, Kristina Garcia, Willie Beaton II, <a href="https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Daniel-Franzese/">Daniel Franzese</a>, Patrick Maxcy.</p>

Acceptance Rate:

St. Johns River State College (SJR State) in Palatka, Florida has a 100%


Faculty Info:

Alain Hentschel, Patti Cason, Kitty Clarke, Sarah Alexander, Dan Askew, Freddick Bratcher, Timothy Castell, Patricia Crotty, Tiffany Jordan, Kevin Kelly, Walter Lara, Nathan Lewis, Chuck Marsh, Stephanie Masterson, Jessica Mayhew, Justin Murphy, David Ouellette, Herman Ramos, Victoria “Torrie” Sanders, Michael Sanflippo, Emily Schafer, Kandie Smith, Wesley Smith, Rhonda Tinnin, Curtis Tucker, Jenne Vermes, Mary Ward, Rachel Washington.


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