Florida Polytechnic University is a public university in Lakeland, Florida, United States. It is the newest of the 12 institutions in the State University System of Florida. It is the state's only public polytechnic university, and focuses solely on STEM education.

Florida Poly was founded in 2012 and opened its doors to students in 2014. The university is located on a 178-acre campus in Lakeland, Florida. The campus is home to a number of state-of-the-art facilities, including the Innovation, Science, and Technology Building, the Advanced Manufacturing Center, and the Polytechnic Academy.

Florida Poly offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in STEM fields. The university's most popular programs include computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and data science. Florida Poly also offers a number of interdisciplinary programs, such as aerospace engineering, biomedical engineering, and cybersecurity.

Florida Poly is known for its strong focus on hands-on learning and its commitment to preparing students for the workforce. The university's programs are designed to give students the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in high-tech jobs.

Florida Polytechnic University joined the Florida higher education system as its newest member a few years ago. This new university was created and construction on raw land adjacent to I-4, a part of the nation’s interstate system.

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