Eckerd College

Eckerd College is a private, non‑profit liberal arts college located in St. Petersburg, Florida, USA. It was founded in 1958 as Florida Presbyterian College and later renamed to Eckerd College. Eckerd is known for its strong liberal arts education, emphasizing critical thinking, real‑world experience, and community engagement. The college offers a personalized learning environment with small class sizes and a focus on mentorship. The picturesque campus spans 188 acres along the waterfront of Tampa Bay, giving students unique opportunities for outdoor learning, especially in marine and environmental fields. Eckerd offers more than 40 undergraduate majors, including: Marine Science & Biological Oceanography Environmental Studies Psychology Business Natural and Social Sciences Humanities The college’s academic programs are designed to prepare students for careers and further education through hands‑on experience, study abroad opportunities, and community service.