FNU Financial Aid: Scholarship Opportunities
Before applying at any FNU Scholarship, please note the following:
- Students can only apply to a maximum of ONE FNU scholarship at any given time.
- International students, if they qualify, may only apply for the International Scholarship (for an Associate Degree program).
- Please note that students that are receiving financial assistance from Vocational Rehabilitation, Military Active Duty, or VA do not qualify for any FNU scholarship.
- The following Scholarships do not apply to students studying in an ESL program.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate any scholarship at its sole discretion.
FNU Scholarship Beneficiary Requirements for everyone
Students that are awarded a scholarship are required to perform community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of a scholarship; if you do not complete your hours within the specified time period (end of semester), you will forfeit the scholarship.
For more information on the requirements to fulfill your community service, contact the Academic Advising Office.
Amount of hours required:
Program |
Required # of Volunteer Hours |
Total hours required by the end of the program |
Verification Form Due |
---|---|---|---|
Associate degree programs |
25 per semester |
150 |
The last Monday of the semester |
Bachelor degree programs |
25 per semester |
300 |
The last Monday of the semester |
Graduate degree programs |
25 per Semester |
75 |
The last Monday of the semester |
ABLE GRANT PROGRAM
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.
To apply or for more details, click here:
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/factsheets/ABLE.htm
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
The Academic Scholarship is granted to freshmen and transfer students according to their GPA and/or SAT/ACT scores. The list below specifies the yearly amount awarded. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain a minimum of 2.0 GPA every semester to continue to be eligible for the Academic Scholarship.
• This scholarship is awarded at the time of enrollment and renewed every academic year.
ACT |
16 – 20 |
21 – 25 |
26 -30 |
31 – 36 |
SAT |
770 – 970 |
980 – 1180 |
1181 – 1350 |
1360 – 1600 |
GPA 2.0 – 2.4 |
1,260.00 |
1,386.00 |
1,512.00 |
1,638.00 |
GPA 2.5 – 2.9 |
1,764.00 |
1,890.00 |
2,016.00 |
2,142.00 |
GPA 3.0 – 3.5 |
2,268.00 |
2,394.00 |
2,520.00 |
2,646.00 |
GPA 3.6 – 4.0 |
2,772.00 |
2,898.00 |
3,024.00 |
3,150.00 |
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
BACCALAUREATE INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship has been established for International Students interested in enrolling in a baccalaureate program at FNU. Specific programs are not eligible for the scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
Sum awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition cost.
The student must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above to be eligible for this Scholarship for the following semester.
Source: University revenue.
Students awarded this scholarship are required to perform 150 community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
BERTA 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 any degree program enrolling in the BSN Advance and BS-RRT in order to honor them for their outstanding effort completing a degree program at FNU.
Basis for Selection: Be an FNU graduate.
The students’ status as an ALUMNI (AE) must be verified (transcripts or internal database) before the scholarship can be applied.
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition cost.
Students receiving the Berta Redondo Scholarship will be entitled to only one scholarship per academic year.
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 150 – 300 community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
CITY OF HIALEAH PARKS & RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP
Through the City of Hialeah Scholarship Board, Inc., FNU will offer scholarships for students engaged in the City of Hialeah youth programming. Specific programs are not eligible for the scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
THE APPLICANT MUST:
1. Be a City of Hialeah resident who is a Junior or Senior in high school
2. Have a 2.5 GPA or greater
3. Be between 17 – 19 years old
For more information, see the City of Hialeah Education Specialist or Park Director.
Students that are awarded an FNU scholarship are required to perform community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is awarded to top applicants who have demonstrated commitment to community service. In order to qualify, applicants must turn in a documented list of community service activities completed in high school. This document must be signed by the high school counselor or cap advisor. Applications are available at the Academic Advising Office.
• Annual award of $1,500 per year.
• Renewable every year. Recipients must submit documentation of continued community service.
• Students that are awarded an FNU scholarship are required to perform community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
Please note that students with full-tuition scholarships are unable to apply for any other scholarships.
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. Specific programs are not eligible for the scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
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: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: The complete tuition cost of the program for baccalaureate and associate degree programs offered by FNU.
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 150 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
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. Resident, U.S. Citizen, or another eligible non-citizen (humanitarian parole, Cuban-Haitian Entrant, refugee status, asylum).
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.
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: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: The complete tuition cost of the Radiology Technology program.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
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. Resident, U.S. Citizen, or another eligible non-citizen (humanitarian parole, Cuban-Haitian Entrant, refugee status, asylum).
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.
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 150 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
The FNU Alumni Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. This scholarship is to be awarded every year to any graduate from one of FNU’s programs who enroll in another program. The purpose of the scholarship is to help the graduates of FNU continue in their journey of academic fulfillment and attainment. The ADN program is not eligible for the scholarship.
Basis for Selection: Student must be a graduate from one of FNU’s programs.
The students’ status as an ALUMNI (AE) must be verified (transcripts or internal database) before the scholarship can be applied.
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Deadline: N/A
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition cost (based on the tuition of either the undergraduate or the graduate program the student is enrolling in).
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 75 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
FNU ALUMNI (AE) FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
The FNU Alumni (ae) Family Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. This scholarship is to be awarded every year to any immediate family member (spouse or children) of an FNU graduate. The purpose of the scholarship is to help the graduate’s family member continue on his/her journey of academic fulfillment and attainment. This scholarship is for career programs and specific programs are not eligible for this scholarship. These programs are: ADN, BSN, and MSN.
Basis for Selection: Students must be an immediate family member (spouse or children) of an FNU graduate. The students’ status as an ALUMNI (AE) must be verified (transcripts or internal database) before the scholarship can be applied.
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Deadline: N/A
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition cost (based on the tuition of either the undergraduate or the graduate program the student is enrolling in).
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 75 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
FNU ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Is a Florida National University Scholarship to be awarded to men or women student-athletes who fulfill all of the academic and athletic requirements set forth by FNU and its athletic governing bodies (i.e. NAIA and USCAA) as is listed on the FNU Student-Athlete Institutional Aid / Letter of Aid document. Certain academic programs are not eligible for the scholarship; speak to the athletic department staff for specifics.
Deadline: N/A
Basis for Selection: Meet the academic and athletic expectations and requirements of Florida National University, the FNU Athletic Department, and its governing bodies.
Source: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: Any dollar amount up to all tuition costs for a graduate or baccalaureate degree program (does not include textbooks, uniforms, other required materials, or program-related fees/incurred expenses) offered by Florida National University.
FNU will award no more institutional aid to the student-athlete than the actual cost of tuition and fees at the school, minus other grant and scholarship aid provided to the student from any source. Institutional aid is defined by the NAIA as aid that is institutionally managed or controlled (e.g., does not include Pell or other federal or state grants, benefits and/or scholarships, or loans not controlled by FNU [including Title IV loans]).
Students awarded this scholarship are required to perform 25 community/university service hours per semester. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
FNU BAHAMIAN SCHOLARSHIP
The FNU Bahamian Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. The scholarship is to be awarded every year to Bahamian Citizen that apply and will be attending Online/Virtual Classes only.
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the published tuition cost for a master’s, baccalaureate or associate degree and diploma programs offered by FNU.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
FNU / GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP
The FNU/Government Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. The scholarship is to be awarded every year to government employees. Specific programs are not eligible for the scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
Basis for Selection: Must be a government employee; referral must be from a government agency.
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition cost for a masters, baccalaureate or associate degree program offered by FNU for the employee and 15% for the employee’s family member.
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 75 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
FNU GRADUATE ASSISTANT AND TEAM MANAGER SCHOLARSHIP
Are Florida National University Scholarships to be awarded to the following:
A: The Graduate Assistant Scholarship is awarded to a student registered in one of FNU’s Master programs:
B: the Team Manager Scholarship is to be awarded to a student registered in one of FNU’s baccalaureate degree programs:
…and has proven knowledge and background of how an Athletic Department functions.
The person must possess the academic standard and athletic stability necessary to promote the functionality of the Athletic Department and build upon the Athletic Departments’ Mission Statement.
Specific programs are not eligible for this scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
Florida National University will award 2 scholarships per team.
Deadline: N/A
Basis for Selection: Meet FNU’s Academic standards and athletic expectations. Demonstrate functionality within the Athletic Department and the respective sport for which the student(s) will work with. Each applicant will go through an interview process.
Sum Awarded: Any dollar amounts up to all tuition for a graduate or baccalaureate degree program offered by Florida National University.
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 75 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
FNU M-DCPS HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS SCHOLARSHIP
FNU will offer one scholarship, per senior high/charter school, each year to a graduating senior that meets the following criteria:
THE APPLICANT MUST:
1. Be a U.S. Resident, U.S. Citizen, or another eligible non-citizen (humanitarian parole, Cuban-Haitian Entrant, refugee status, asylum).
2. Be enrolled as a senior in one of the local M-DCPS Senior High Schools or Charter Schools
3. Have a 2.5 GPA or greater
4. Be recommended by two teachers and/or counselors.
5. The high school needs to submit the selected student’s required documentation (copy of report card) to the University for Acceptance.
6. Scholarship recipients must submit quarterly information on their academic grades and the number of credits taken per semester.
All applicants must complete the required scholarship application form and submit it to FNU’s Office of the Vice-President of Academic Affairs.
Deadline: June 1
Basis for Selection: The content of the essay and the writing skills exhibited in the essay. Topic: “The Importance of a University Education”
Source: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: The complete tuition cost of the program for a baccalaureate or associate degree program offered by FNU (excluding the following programs – Nursing, MSN, Respiratory Therapy AS, Respiratory Therapy BS Degree RRT to BS-RRT (Advanced), and Physical Therapist Assistant).
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 150 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PREVIOUSLY GRADUATED FROM FNU
This scholarship has been established for International Students who previously graduated from an ESL program at FNU. Specific programs are not eligible for the scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
The scholarship is to be awarded to international students who have graduated from an ESL program at FNU and will re-enroll in an associate degree program.
Basis for Selection: Applicant must have completed Intermediate Level or demonstrate proficiency in the English Language. All applicants will be interviewed by the ESL Division Head.
Sum awarded: The Scholarship is merit-based and will cover up to 50% of the tuition.
The student must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above to be eligible for this Scholarship for the following semester.
The scholarship does not cover Registration and Application fees. All remaining fees must be paid on time or the student will lose his/her eligibility to the scholarship and special tuition rate.
Source: University revenue.
Students awarded this scholarship are required to perform 150 community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
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 University 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. Excluding the following programs: ADN, BSN, and MSN.
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 University Degree.”
5. Demonstrate financial need.
6. Submit official high school transcript with the application.
Students awarded this scholarship are required to perform 150 community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
LITTLE ANGELS CHILDREN DEVELOPMENT CENTER SCHOLARSHIP
The Little Angels Children Development Center Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. This scholarship is to be awarded every year to children that graduate from the Little Angels Children Development Center and will enroll in one of FNU’s programs after they have graduated from high school. The purpose of the scholarship is to help prospective students in their journey of academic fulfillment and attainment.
Specific programs are not eligible for the scholarship. These programs are ADN, BSN, and MSN.
Basis for Selection: to have graduated from the Little Angels Children Development Center. The Little Angels Children Development Center must provide a letter stating the student attended the center.
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Deadline: N/A
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition (based on the tuition of either the undergraduate or the graduate program the student is enrolling in).
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 75 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
THE MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP AT FLORIDA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Medical professionals residing in the state of Florida can apply for a scholarship with Florida National University. The Medical Professional Scholarship at Florida National University can be awarded every year to active employees of the Medical Profession residing in the State of Florida and plan to enroll in an approved Health Care program. The ADN program is not eligible for this scholarship.
Basis for Selection: Must be an active employee in the Medical profession in the State of Florida. To be eligible the applicant must provide a letter from the employer’s Human Resources Department or the most recent pay stub and a work ID.
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition and cost for a master, baccalaureate, or associate degree program offered by FNU*.
Students receiving the Medical Professional Scholarship will be entitled to only one scholarship per academic year.
Students awarded this scholarship will be required to perform 75 – 300 community/university service hours (hours are dependent on the program enrolled in). These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
MSN-NURSE EDUCATOR CONCENTRATION SCHOLARSHIP
The MSN/Nurse Educator Concentration Scholarship is a Florida National University scholarship. This scholarship is to be awarded every year to students enrolled in the MSN-Nurse Educator concentration. The purpose of the scholarship is to help Nurses to be well prepared to contribute to the education of future Nurses.
Basis for Selection: Students must be accepted and enrolled in the program (MSN-Nurse Educator Concentration). Comply with the admissions requirements for the program (MSN-Nurse Educator Concentration).
Source of the Scholarship: University revenue.
Deadline: N/A
Sum Awarded: The scholarship covers 20% of the tuition cost.
Students awarded this scholarship are required to perform 75 community/university service hours. These hours are a mandatory component as a recipient of an FNU scholarship.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.
ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES (OAS) – FLORIDA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (FNU) SCHOLARSHIP
The OAS and FNU will co-sponsor ten (10) scholarships per academic year, under the Academic Scholarship Program. The scholarship is offered at FNU in-person or distance education for a bachelor’s degree (undergraduate) or master’s degree (graduate) programs.
Source: University revenue and OAS
Sum awarded: The scholarship covers 50% of the tuition cost for the following masters, baccalaureate programs offered by FNU: Master of Business Administration, Master of Health Services Administration, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Finance, and Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE for the OAS-FNU Scholarship is two-fold:
a. The OAS-FNU Scholarship candidate must separately apply and be accepted to a Program at FNU before applying to the OAS-FNU Scholarship.
b. Following acceptance, the candidate must apply to and satisfy the selection criteria set out by their home country’s National Liaison Office, which will make a pre-selection of candidates, before forwarding to the GS/OAS those pre-selected candidates’ information. The GS/OAS will make a final selection of candidates based on its Manual of Procedures for the Scholarship and Training Programs.
FNU shall award each Scholarship Recipient a tuition and fee waiver in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the published tuition and fee amounts for the applicable Program in effect at the time the Scholarship Recipient applies to the University. The University shall provide the tuition and fee waiver in accordance with its usual policy and procedures for awarding tuition and fee waivers, and shall have no obligation hereunder to make a financial contribution directly to any Scholarship Recipient.
*****FOR EMPLOYEES ONLY*******
Florida National University Employee Tuition Waiver
Eligible Florida National University full-time employees who have completed six (6) months of employment at Florida National University may enroll themselves, their spouses, and/or children in Florida National University and receive a Florida National University Employee Tuition Waiver.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a full-time employee on the day before classes begin for the semester and continue to be employed for the entire semester.
- Employees must have completed six months of full-time, continuous, satisfactory, and permanent service with Florida National University.
- Employees’ performance must be at the “Achieves” or “Satisfactory” level on the day before classes begin.
- Faculty and Administrative employees must have completed six (6) months of continuous service with Florida National University and be in good standing with the University on the day before classes begin.
- Employee’s employment record must be a discipline free for a minimum of six (6) months prior to the first day of classes.
- Enrollment is contingent upon supervisory approval and verification of eligibility status.
- Participation in the program is to be conducted on the employee’s own time. Employees are encouraged to take classes during off-duty hours.
- However, if that is not possible, supervisors may approve leave (annual leave, accrued compensatory leave, or leave without pay) or adjust the employee’s established work schedule, as long as this does not conflict with departmental operations. Other Important Requirements:
- Eligible employees, spouses, and children may enroll for up to six (6) credit hours of graduate or undergraduate instruction per term (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer)
- Eligible employees, spouses, and children receiving this Tuition Waiver must still pay the following: 1. textbooks; 2. course supplies; 3. all miscellaneous fees normally charged (CPR seminars, entrance exams, etc.); and 4. Graduation fees.
- It should be understood that eligible employees, spouses, and children will be enrolled in the course of program only if there is an available opening after all tuition-paying students have been accepted.
- Certain programs, due to their nature, are not eligible for this scholarship. Ineligible programs include Nursing and PTA. Additionally, seminars for specific medical programs are also not eligible for the employee Tuition Waiver.
- Only one Tuition Waiver will be awarded for any program which enrolls students in clusters (ex. AutoCAD).
- Eligible employees, spouses, and children must apply for admission and register for classes. Submitting an application for the Employee Educational Tuition Waiver does not constitute registering for classes.
- Eligible employees, spouses, and children must meet the prevailing admission requirements and will be subject to all prevailing academic policies.
- Students will be enrolled as a Transient Student until the entire program requirements are completed; at that point, the enrollment will then be changed to the specific program title from which the student will graduate.
- Employees who receive a grade of Incomplete (I) will not receive this Tuition Waiver until such time as the grade has been changed to a grade acceptable as specified above. Employees who do not have Incomplete course grades updated within the specified timeframe will be responsible for all costs for the class.
- In order to receive this Tuition Waiver, the prospective student cannot be active in the program prior to gaining eligibility.
- If an employee voluntarily (as determined by Florida National University) leaves Florida National University within one year of the employee, spouse, and or children having completed the course/program on their last day of attendance, he or she must refund all tuition and fee reimbursements for that course/program that was made by Florida National University. The employee must agree to this, and to withholding/deductions from pay, in writing in order to be eligible to participate in this Program. For the purposes of this program, terminations for Cause, as deemed so by Florida National University and as defined in this handbook, are defined as voluntary.
- Employee, spouse, and/or children can continue to attend courses and remain in any program at Florida National University after their voluntary departure but must pay all tuition and fees.
FNU reserves the right to modify or terminate this and all scholarships at FNU’s sole discretion.