A scholarship is money received for educational purposes that does not have to be repaid. Generally, scholarships are based on merit. Some scholarships also require that the student demonstrate financial need. Therefore, need-based scholarships require a student to complete the financial aid application process. There are 4 types of scholarships that a student may receive.
The Financial Aid Office awards scholarships to a limited number of undergraduate full-time students. All scholarships awarded through financial aid are need-based, therefore, you must complete the financial aid application process. There is not a separate application for scholarships. Financial Aid Office scholarships require that you have a complete financial aid file by March 1, 2010. Scholarship amounts range from $1000-$2000 per academic year and are based upon your entering GPA. Scholarships that are renewable require that you maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA in addition to the satisfactory progress requirements of the other financial aid programs.
The Admission's Office awards merit-based scholarships and non-Florida tuition grants to incoming undergraduate students. Most Admission's scholarships do not require a separate application. Awards are made based upon your admissions application. The Admission's Office does award one scholarship that requires a separate application, the $5000 Pace Scholarship. Contact the Admission's Office directly for additional information and deadlines.
Some academic departments award merit-based funds. These scholarships are awarded directly by the department. Contact the Dean's Office in your College for additional information and application procedures. Graduate students may also contact the Office of Graduate Studies for information on scholarships.
Athletic scholarships are awarded by the coach of each individual sport. Contact the Athletics Department for information on scholarship availability.
State of Florida scholarships can be found on the State's website. Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements and application procedures.
Florida Bright Futures - Merit-based scholarship for Florida residents who graduate from a Florida high school. Contact your high school guidance counselor to determine your eligibility.
Effective 2009-2010, the value of these scholarships will be changed from 75% or 100% of tuition to a flat rate per credit hour as follows:
Florida Academic Scholars - $126 per credit hour
*NOTE* educational expense (book) allowance was eliminated
Florida Medallion Scholars - $95 per credit hour
Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars - $95 per credit hour
New legislation also requires that a student repay the Bright Futures award for any course withdrawal.
For additional information on Bright Futures, please click HERE.
University Foundation Departmental Scholarships can be accessed at www.uwf.edu/foundation/scholarships.cfm
Private scholarships come from various sources. These may be awarded through your high school, local community, employer, or through diligent research on your part. There are several websites that allow you to search for scholarships that you may be eligible for. UWF does not encourage you to ever pay for this service because there are quality sites that are free of charge. Please remember that these searches do not guarantee results, but are simply a tool for you to use.
College Scholarships www.CollegeScholarships.com
Fast Web www.FastWeb.com
Military Scholar www.MilitaryScholar.org
Scholarships.Com www.Scholarships.com
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information on this web site is accurate. However, due to frequent changes in Federal and State regulations, and revisions to the University of West Florida operating policies, the information is subject to change without notice.
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