The main goal of City College Orlando is to encourage students to realize the importance of reaching personal and professional objectives through self-motivation, individual growth, and the pursuit of excellence. It is dedicated to the training and educating of men and women for a full life and a successful career in a number of fields and offers its students a quality education in an atmosphere of personalized attention.

The College prepares students for employment in specific career fields and offers sound educational programs at the Associate's degree level.

Admissions
All qualified students who desire equip themselves with skills to begin productive careers and professions can enter City College Orlando. The College has a "rolling admissions" policy.

The City College Admissions Application must be completed. Each applicant must have proof of high school graduation via a standard high school diploma, a general equivalency diploma (GED), or its equivalent. Transfer students must provide official transcripts from all colleges attended no later than 30 days after the start of their first term at City College.

Financial Aid
City College Orlando provides financial aid that is available individually or in combination to those who qualify and must be applied for annually. This aid allows students to earn money to pay educational costs. The following types are available:
1) Grants
Federal Pell Grant; Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant; Florida Student Assistant Grant; Bright Futures Scholarship.
2) Scholarships
3) Student loans

Direct Loan and Federal Family Education Loan Programs
4) Alternative Loans
5) Federal Work Study