Scholarship Opportunities

ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

The American Bar Association (ABA) Legal Opportunity Scholarship grants 20 incoming diverse law students with $15,000 of financial assistance over the course of their three years in law school. During his term as ABA President, William G. Paul initiated the scholarship to encourage racially and ethnically diverse students to apply to and attend law school.

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NURSE Corps Scholarship Program

The purpose of the NURSE Corps Scholarship Program (NURSE Corps SP) is to provide scholarships to nursing students in exchange for a minimum 2-year full-time service commitment (or part-time equivalent), at an eligible health care facility with a critical shortage of nurses. Scholarships are awarded competitively and consist of payment for tuition, required school fees, Other Reasonable Costs and a monthly support stipend.

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City Of Hialeah Parks & Recreation Scholarship

In partnership with the City Of Hialeah, Florida National University is offering Youth Scholarships for students enrolled in a City of Hialeah program. Let us help you open doors to the future.

Deadline: June 30th, 2013.

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ALPHA PHI SIGMA – MU ZETA PRESIDENTIAL AWARD

The Alpha Phi Sigma – Mu Zeta Presidential Award is for those students who are Honor Society members and active members of the Mu Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma. The award of $1,000.00 is given every year to the winner of an essay contest on the subject of “How can an FNU degree assist you in becoming an ethical member within your profession?”

Deadline: July 31st and December 31st of every year. Please see Chapter Advisor, Jelenny Hernandez for more information. All documents must be turned in, in a sealed envelope to the Advising Office before July 31st, 2012.

Basis for Selection:The content of the essay and the writing skills exhibited in the essay.

Sum Awarded:$1,000.00 will be applied to the student’s tuition at the moment of graduation from a Bachelor or Master Degree program.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR THE ALPHA PHI SIGMA–MU ZETA PRESIDENTIAL AWARD
The applicant must:
1. Be actively enrolled in an UPPER LEVEL or GRADUATE degree program at Florida National University (Students enrolled in the MBA program may apply).
2. Be enrolled at least half time in the junior or senior year of one of the following degree programs: Bachelor of Criminal Justice or Bachelor in Legal Studies
3. Be an active member of the Mu Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma
4. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5
5. Have participated in a MINIMUM of eight (8) Mu Zeta Chapter or Florida National University extracurricular events (ex. fundraisers, meetings, trainings, etc.) during the year prior to applying
6. Provide One letter of recommendation from a faculty member
7. Submit a paper. Topic: How can an FNU degree assist you in becoming an ethical member within your profession?

For more information please contact Jelenny Hernandez at:jhernandez@fnu.edu

 

LatPro Scholarship

LatPro.com will be awarding $2,000 scholarships three times annually. Scholarships are open to all Hispanic and bilingual students. To apply, click here:
Latpro Scholarship Information

 

DiversityJobs.com’s Scholarship

DiversityJobs.com will be awarding $2,000 scholarships three times annually. Scholarships are open to all students. To apply, click here:
DiversityJobs.com’s Scholarship Information

 

JustJobs.com’s Scholarship

JustJobs.com will be awarding $2,000 scholarships three times annually. Scholarships are open to all students. To apply, click here:
JustJobs Scholarship Information

 

Access to Better Learning and Education Grant Program

Program Description:

The Access to Better Learning and Education (ABLE) Grant Program provides tuition assistance to Florida undergraduate students enrolled in degree programs.

Initial Eligibility Requirements to Receive Funding

The student will:

Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. A student’s residency and citizenship status are determined by the postsecondary institution. Questions regarding such status should be directed to the financial aid office or admissions office of the institution the student plans to attend.

Not owe a repayment or be in default under any state or federal grant, loan, or scholarship program unless satisfactory arrangements to repay have been made.

Not have previously received a baccalaureate degree.

Enroll for a minimum of 12 credit hours per term, or the equivalent at an eligible Florida college or university in a baccalaureate degree program.

Meet Florida’s general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid.

For more information visit:

http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/factsheets/ABLE.htm

 

FLORIDA STUDENT ASSISTANCE GRANT (FSAG)

The Florida Student Assistance Grant is a State of Florida grant awarded on the basis of student financial need and availability of funds. The awards may vary in amount from $200 to $1500 per academic year. The FSAG is available for associate of arts or science degree program students only.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FSAG:

  1. Be a Florida resident for at least two consecutive years.
  2. Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
  3. Demonstrate financial need.
  4. Be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED).
  5. Be enrolled in a B.S., A.A. or A.S. program.

 

FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP

Program Description:

The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program establishes three lottery-funded scholarships to reward Florida high school graduates for high academic achievement. The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program is comprised of the following three awards:

Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) award (including Academic Top Scholars (ATS) award)

Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS) award

Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV) award

Initial Eligibility Requirements to Receive Funding

The student will:

Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. A student’s residency and citizenship status are determined by the postsecondary institution. Questions regarding such status should be directed to the financial aid office or admissions office of the institution the student plans to attend.

Not owe a repayment or be in default under any state or federal grant, loan, or scholarship program unless satisfactory arrangements to repay have been made.

Meet specific coursework and minimum grade point average (GPA) and test score requirements which are outlined on the Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) Web site www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/SSFAD/bf/acadrequire.htm.

ATS – The Academic Top Scholars award, announced by the Florida Department of Education before the end of the fall term after all term one disbursements are reported, is awarded to the Florida Academic Scholar with the highest academic ranking in each county (based on the product of multiplying the Bright Futures GPA and the highest qualifying SAT/ACT test score).

The recipient receives a cost per credit hour award established by the Florida Legislature in the General Appropriations Act in addition to the Florida Academic Scholars award.

For current year award amounts visit: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/awardamt.htm

Applying for an Award For Initial Eligibility

The student will:

Submit a fully completed error free Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application during the last year in high school (after December 1 and prior to graduation) by accessing www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org online (select State Grants, Scholarships & Applications, then Apply Here). The application gives the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) permission to evaluate the student’s high school transcript and standardized test scores for eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship and other state scholarships and grants. Apply during the last year in high school, before graduation, or forfeit all future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship.

 

FEDERAL WORK-STUDY PROGRAM

Under Title I-C of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, Florida National University participates in the Federal Work – Study Program, which creates part-time job opportunities for students from low-income families. These jobs range from five to twenty-five hours per week.

STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE FEDERAL WORK STUDY PROGRAM IF THEY ARE:

In need of financial aid as shown by the “Financial Aid Form” or the “Family Financial Statement”.

Capable of good academic work in college.

Able to meet job qualifications.

Accepted for admission as full time students (12 credits) in good standing.

Students with required skills and experiences may qualify for jobs in the following fields: clerical assistant, library assistant, typist, instructional assistant, and several off-campus positions.

 

JOSE REGUEIRO SCHOLARSHIP

The José Regueiro Scholarship, in honor of the President of the institution, is a Florida National University scholarship. The scholarship is to be awarded every year to the winner of an essay contest, open to high school candidates, on the subject of “The Importance of a College Degree.”

Deadline: June 1

Basis for Selection: The content of the essay and the writing skills exhibited in the essay.

Sum Awarded: The complete tuition cost of the program of his/her choice from the Associate of Arts or Science Degree programs offered by FNU.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR THE J. REGUEIRO SCHOLARSHIP

The applicant must:

  1. Be a graduating senior of a Dade County public or private high school.
  2. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  3. Provide two testimonials from school, business, church and/or leaders in the community testifying to good moral character and reputation.
  4. Submit an essay on “The Importance of a College Degree.”
  5. Demonstrate financial need.
  6. Submit official high school transcript with the application.

 

DIAZ-BALART SCHOLARSHIP

The Díaz-Balart Scholarship has been established by Florida National University to honor the Díaz-Balart family. Political immigrants from Cuba, the Díaz-Balart family has continued in the United States its long history of public service, which began many years ago in their homeland.

The scholarship is awarded to a student who is an immigrant to the United States of America. The scholarship is to be awarded every year to the winner of an essay contest, written by high school candidates on the subject of “Educational Opportunities within the American Democracy”.

 

Deadline: June 1

Basis for Selection: Must be an immigrant to the United States of America. The content of the essay and the writing skills exhibited in the essay. Source of the Díaz-Balart Scholarship: College revenue.

Sum Awarded: The complete tuition cost of the program for baccalaureate and associate degree programs offered by FNU.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR THE DIAZ-BALART SCHOLARSHIP

THE APPLICANT MUST:

  1. Be a graduating senior of a Dade County public or private high school.
  2. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  3. Provide two testimonials from school, business, church and/or leaders in the community testifying to good moral character and reputation.
  4. Demonstrate financial need.
  5. Submit official high school transcript with the application.

 

FNU / GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP

The FNU/Government Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. The scholarship is to be awarded every year to government employees.

Basis for Selection: Must be a government employee; referral must be from a government agency.

Source of the Scholarship: College revenue.

Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 15% of the tuition cost for baccalaureate and associate degree programs offered by FNU.

 

DR. MANUEL VIAMONTE SCHOLARSHIP

The Dr. Manuel Viamonte Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship to be awarded to a Radiology Technology student. The scholarship will be awarded every year to the winner of an essay contest, open to high school candidates, on the subject of “The Importance of studies in Radiology.”

 

Deadline: June 1 Basis for Selection: The content of the essay and the writing skills exhibited in the essay.

Source: College revenue. Sum Awarded: The complete tuition cost of the Radiology Technology program.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR THE DR. VIAMONTE SCHOLARSHIP

The applicant must:

  1. Be a graduating senior of a Dade County public or private high school.
  2. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  3. Provide two testimonials from school, business, church and/or leaders in the community testifying to good moral character and reputation.
  4. Submit an essay on “The Importance of studies in Radiology.”
  5. Demonstrate financial need.
  6. Submit official high school transcript with the application

 

BERTHA REDONDO SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship has been named after one of the founders‘ family members whose love and dedication to our institution left a mark in the development and growth of the institution. It is awarded to FNU graduates of the ASN program enrolling in the Advanced Bachelor of Science in Nursing in order to honor them for their outstanding effort completing the ASN program and for their help assisting the hospitals earn their Magnet status or any Allied Health graduate entering the Generic BSN.

Deadline: June 1

Basis for Selection: Be an FNC graduate from the ASN program or any Allied Health Program. Have an RN active license (for Advanced Program).
Sum Awarded: The recipients will be awarded a scholarship covering 20% of their tuition.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR THE BERTA REDONDO SCHOLARSHIP

The applicant must:

  1. Complete and submit a scholarship application.