Florida Gulf Coast University is looking forward to helping students reduce the cost of their higher education through its exciting scholarships. This year, FGCU is come up with a variety of scholarship opportunities that are open for prospective and current students for the academic session 2020-2021. From recognizing academic excellence to help overcome financial hardship and educational disadvantage, these funding opportunities are initiated with different purposes. Students, who wish to study FGCU and need financial assistance to do so, have a wonderful chance to avail these scholarship programs.
By granting such awards, the university wants to assist both full-time and part-time students in meeting the reasonable expenses related to their chosen education program. To get these funds, candidates need to take admission at FGCU first. These programs come with exciting perks to ensure that students’ make the most of their learning journey at FGCU. Along with financial aid, these scholarships provide all deserving candidates with recognization that proves a plus point for them in their future endeavours.
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive public institution based in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida. It offers bachelor, master and doctoral degree programs in arts and sciences, music, education, health professions and social work, nursing, business and engineering etc. In addition to academic programs, FGCU offers myriad opportunities for professional preparation. It provides academic support services and flexible financial aid to make learning journey at FGCU affordable for students who might be unable even to afford college.
Brief Description
Have a look at this table to get quick information about the scholarships:
| Organization | Florida Gulf Coast University |
| Educational Level | Undergraduate/graduate |
| Subjects | All |
| Amount | Varies |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | Multiple |
| City | Fort Myers |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | January 1, 2021 |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Requirements | N/A |
Who May Be Eligible
Eligibility requirements vary from scholarship to scholarship. Though here are some basic requirements that should be considered:
- Applicants must be taking admission in an undergraduate course at FGCU;
- Candidates should have a good academic record.
How to Apply
To receive, these amazing opportunities candidates need to apply first for admission in any eligible course at Florida Gulf Coast University. Some of these scholarships require separate application while others don’t. Applicants might be asked to complete a FAFSA application for some of FGCU Scholarships including FGCU Undergraduate Admissions Merit Scholarships.
Supporting Documents
Candidates will need to complete a FAFSA application for some of FGCU’s Scholarships.
Benefits
- FGCU Foundation Scholarships – Educational fund
- FGCU Undergraduate Admissions Merit Scholarships
- National Merit Finalists & Scholars – Cost of attendance for an in-state student including tuition and fees, on-campus room and board, books and other expenses.
- State of Florida Benacquisto Scholarship – Total cost of attendance for an in-state student including tuition and fees, on-campus room and board, books and other expenses.
- Freshman Scholarship Opportunities – Multiple
- Transfer Scholarships/Out-of-State Tuition Waiver – $500 – $1, 500
- Graduate Scholarships, Assistantships, Fellowships and Tuition Support – Educational fund
- In-state Tuition Waivers/Non-resident tuition waivers – Tuition waivers for in-state and non-residents
- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program – Educational fund
Application Deadline
The application deadline varies from scholarship to scholarship. Students, who are applying for admission based scholarships should send their application no later than January 1, 2021.
