Education is changing rapidly throughout Florida, and it can be difficult for high school counselors to keep the most current material on hand. This handbook is prepared and updated annually in response to needs expressed by Florida high school counselors for a simple, easy to understand, but comprehensive guide to help students make decisions about application for admission to postsecondary education institutions. It is a general guide to admissions requirements and procedures for students who have not selected a postsecondary institution and who may be uncertain of their eligibility for admission. Major topics covered are: (1) the application process; (2) students' rights and responsibilities in the college admissions process; (3) career development and educational planning programs and services; (4) support services for students with special needs; (5) articulation coordinating committee; (6) how to appeal a student admission or transfer difficulty; (7) the statewide course numbering system; (8) financial aid; (9) the Florida community college system; (10) the state university system of Florida; (11) independent colleges and universities of Florida; (12) designated area vocational-technical education centers; and (13) designated area vocational education schools. (JBJ)