The College of the Florida KeysStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Term 1A 2026

The semester, explained for The College of the Florida Keys

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 1A 2026
Campus terms
8
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall Term 1A 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

18 entries
  1. Fall Term 1A 2026Relevant now
  2. Fall Term 1C 2026
  3. Fall Term 1B 2026
  4. Winter Break 2026-2027
  5. Spring Term 2A 2027
  6. Spring Term 2C 2027
  7. Spring Term 2B 2027
  8. Summer Term 3A 2027
  9. Summer Term 3C 2027
  10. Fall Term 1A 2027
  11. Fall Term 1C 2027
  12. Fall Term 1B 2027
  13. Winter Break 2027-2028
  14. Spring Term 2A 2028
  15. Spring Term 2C 2028
  16. Spring Term 2B 2028
  17. Summer Term 3A 2028
  18. Summer Term 3C 2028

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8 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans social events and campus entertainment.
Conch
A term for a Florida Keys local, frequently used in campus culture and 'Conch Pride' initiatives.

L

Lagoon
Lagoon Landing, the on-campus student housing facility located on the Key West campus.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year college students.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student voice.
SNA
Student Nursing Association, a professional organization for students in the nursing program.

T

The Galley
The campus cafe and dining area located within the Student Center on the Key West campus.
Tuffy
The official manatee mascot of The College of the Florida Keys.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
Building A
The Administration Building, which houses the President's office, business services, and human resources.
Building B
The Learning Resource Center (LRC), containing the campus library and academic support services.
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Campus Café (Jimmy's Ocean Blue)
Canvas
The online learning management system used by students to access course materials, grades, and assignments.
CFK ID
The official student identification card required for library services, testing, and campus events.
Key West Transit
The local public bus system which provides transportation to and from the main campus for students.
MKC
The Middle Keys Center, the college's branch campus facility located in Marathon.
Self-Service
The online portal used for course registration, financial aid management, and accessing transcripts.
The Dive Center
The Tropical Island Environmental Education Center, the specialized facility for marine science and diving programs.
UKC
The Upper Keys Center, the college's branch campus facility located in Key Largo.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 1A 2026 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 7, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Key West for The College of the Florida Keys Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Key West.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,400

Cost of Living Index

160

Student Population

1,500

City Transportation

Walkability

80

Bikeability

70

Public Transit

Key West Transit bus system, Tourist shuttle and trolley services

Nearest Airports

Key West International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical savanna (Köppen Aw)

Avg Annual Temp

77.7°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

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Designated Student Parking Areas

surface_lot • First-come, first-served

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at The College of the Florida Keys

CFK Key West Campus Tour

August 24, 2026

Key West Campus

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Club Rush (Upper Keys Center)

August 25, 2026

Upper Keys Center, Front Lobby

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Club Rush (Key West)

August 26, 2026

Key West Campus, Breezeway

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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at The College of the Florida Keys

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

1 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Lagoon Landing Residence Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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Public

Email Domain

@cfk.edu

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