The University of South Florida Polytechnic has extended its summer 2009 application deadline to May 1. Classes start May 11.     

USF Polytechnic offers a variety of junior and senior level courses toward the completion of bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and certificate programs. Students can apply online at poly.usf.edu/Apply.

"Newly admitted students can take advantage of online orientation," says Willette Roach, director, Student Academic Services. "And there's still time to apply for financial aid for summer classes, whether or not you've been formally admitted."