Emergency Relief & Scholarships

October 1, 2026 | Layla Zandi | lzandi@uwf.edu

Navigating college can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. At UWF, a variety of financial resources and support services are available to help you stay on track and continue working toward your degree.

Whether you're exploring financial aid, searching for scholarships, applying for grants, or facing unexpected living or financial challenges, asking for support is an important part of your college journey. Investing in your education is an investment in your future, and UWF is committed to connecting you with the tools and guidance you need to succeed.

🛟 In this post, you'll find information about student support resources, financial aid opportunities, scholarships, and grants designed to help you navigate the cost of your education, reduce financial barriers, and connect with the right campus offices for assistance.

Emergency & Basic Needs Support 🏡
General Financial Aid & Scholarships 💵
Education-Specific Funding 👩‍🏫

Emergency & Basic Needs Support 🏡

Emergency Student Assistance through the Dean of Students 🤝

Unforeseen financial stress shouldn't stand between you and your degree. The Dean of Students Office is here to support UWF students facing hardship through the Student Emergency Support Fund, with assistance provided as funding permits.

Requests may be for:

Rent
Utilities
Food insecurity
Other urgent needs

Steps for students:

Review eligibility requirements
Submit application if applicable
Contact the Dean of Students Office for assistance

Location: Building 960, Suite 200F, Room 270, on the main Pensacola campus.

Hours of Service: Monday-Thursday, 10am to 3pm.

Contact Info: Email deanofstudents@uwf.edu or call 850-474-2384

Argo Pantry 🍲

Financial challenges can impact more than tuition and fees. The Argo Pantry provides support for students who need assistance with food and basic needs.

Assistance with:

Food items
Personal care items
Basic support resources

Location: Building 960, Room 258, on the main Pensacola campus.

Hours of Service: Monday-Thursday, 10am to 3pm.

Contact Info: Email argopantry@uwf.edu or call 850-474-2384.

General Financial Aid & Scholarships 💵

Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships 👨‍💼

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships can help you access funding.

👉 Your financial aid counselor is your expert!

Apply for aid by completing the FAFSA each year, as it can help determine your eligibility for:

Grants
Scholarships
Loans
Work-study

School of Education Scholarships 🍎

To apply for any scholarships (undergraduate or graduate), first, complete the UWF General Scholarship Application in the Scholarship Portal in MyUWF.

👉 Click HERE for details on School of Education scholarships.

Undergraduate Scholarships

Must have a Current UWF ID to be eligible
Complete the General Scholarship Application and any other scholarship applications for which you qualify in the UWF Scholarship Portal.
Must be submitted by the end of March for the following academic year
Awards are made for the following academic year in late Spring/Summer

Graduate Scholarships

Must have a Current UWF ID to be eligible
Complete the UWF General Scholarship Application located in the UWF Scholarship Portal.
Then, complete the SOE Graduate Scholarship Application.
Graduate awards may be awarded throughout the year as funding becomes available. However, most awards for the following academic year are granted in late spring/summer.

Education-Specific Funding 👩‍🏫

Para to Teacher Support Program 👨🏽‍🏫

This program supports paraprofessionals working toward teacher certification. It helps reduce costs tied to becoming a teacher in approved education programs.

👉 Click HERE for details on the Para to Teacher Support Program.

Support may include:

Tuition assistance
Textbooks
FTCE-related expenses
Possible FTCE exam funding support

Undergraduate

Earned at least an Associate of Arts degree with a minimum overall 2.5 GPA
Passed all portions of the General Knowledge Test prior to applying
Admitted to a special education teacher preparation program (includes deaf education and visual disabilities), leading to initial certification at one of the state-approved colleges or universities

Graduate

Earned at least a Bachelor's degree in a non-education field with a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
Admitted to a graduate special education teacher preparation program (includes deaf education and visual disabilities), leading to initial certification at one of the state-approved colleges or universities

TEACH Grant 🏫

The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant is a federal program for students preparing for careers in education. This grant differs from other federal student grants in that it requires a student to agree to complete a teaching service obligation as a condition of receiving the grant. If the student does not complete the service obligation, the TEACH Grant will be converted to a loan that must be repaid with interest.

👉 Click HERE for details on TEACH Grant.

Students agree to teach: