Institutional Scholarships

Center for Psychological Studies

A. Gordon Rose Scholarship: Another View Endowment Fund

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to graduate psychology students committed to doing research and professional work aimed at increasing self-acceptance and community acceptance of gays. A matriculated graduate psychology student in good standing is eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students may make application independently. Applications shall be reviewed by the A. Gordon Rose Scholarship Committee. The committee has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

CPS Humanitarian of the Year Endowed Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to outstanding students demonstrating significant financial need. A CPS student in good standing who is matriculated in a CPS program is eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students can make application independently. Applications will be reviewed by the Dean. The Dean has sole discretion in granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Geertz Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to students matriculated in the mental health counseling, school psychology, school guidance and counseling or clinical psychology program who demonstrates significant financial need. A CPS student in good standing is eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students may make application independently. The Dean will review applications. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Lane Family Fund for Hispanic Studies in Psychology

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to CPS students wishing to pursue Hispanic studies in psychology. A CPS student in good standing matriculated in any CPS program demonstrating significant financial need is eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students may make application independently. The Lane Family Scholarship Committee will review applications. The committee has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Leonard Roth Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to clinical psychology doctoral students demonstrating a career interest in gerontology. CPS students in good standing with significant financial need are eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students can make application independently. Applications will be reviewed by the Dean. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Master's Psychology Alumni Scholarship Fund

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to students enrolled in the mental health counseling or school guidance and counseling program demonstrating significant financial need. The student must be in good standing and must be matriculated to be eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. The application will be reviewed by the Dean. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Max Hutt Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to 3rd or 4th year clinical psychology doctoral students with an interest in psychodynamic psychology. CPS students in good standing demonstrating significant financial need are eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students can make application independently. Applications will be reviewed by the Max Hutt Scholarship Committee. The committee makes recommendations to the Dean, who has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Psy. D. Multicultural Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to Psy. D. students wishing to pursue multicultural studies. Psy.D. students in good standing demonstrating significant financial need are eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students can make application independently. Applications will be reviewed by the Dean and the Director of Minority Recruiting. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Psychology Doctoral Alumni Scholarship Fund

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Available to clinical psychology doctoral students who demonstrate significant financial need. A CPS doctoral student in good standing is eligible for nomination by a CPS administrator or faculty member. Students may make application independently. The Dean will review applications. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Robert D. Weitz Psychology Student Award

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Awarded yearly to the graduating CPS Doctoral student whose energy, spirit, and enthusiasm evidence a dedication and willingness to work in the interests of professional psychology and the people it serves. CPS doctoral students in good standing are eligible for nomination by a CPS faculty member. Applications of nominated individuals will be submitted to the Robert D. Weitz Psychology Student Award Committee for review. The committee has sole discretion on granting the scholarship.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: CPS, Diane Karol
  • Phone: (954) 262-5701
  • E-mail: karol@nova.edu

Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences - Undergraduate Scholarships

Alvin Sherman Family Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: July 15

Requirements: Available to new, full time PALS and Career Development Students. Students need to demonstrate financial need and have a FAFSA on file. Must have a high school or transfer GPA of 3.0. This may be renewable based on 2.5 cumulative GPA and full-time enrollment each term. Priority will be given to single parents or students of single parents and to Florida residents.

Additional Information:

Broward Leadership Scholarship

Award Amount: $1000

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Through admissions office, incoming students are selected who have been accepted into the Professional and Liberal Studies Program. This is a one time award and is not renewable. Students must attend full time to qualify.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: The Undergraduate Admissions Office
  • Phone: (954) 262-8000

Continuing Career Student Grants

Award Amount: $400 per semester based on financial need and academic performance

Deadline: One month prior to start of semester.

Requirements: Application: yes. Renewal: no. Awards are not automatically renewed. Students must apply for each year's award. Career Development Students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences only (business and education majors are not eligible); minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA; priority given to full-time students who show continuous enrollment for at least two of the previous three semesters and display reasonable academic progress (who have successfully completed 24 credits in the previous 12 months). Graduate students and NSU employees are not eligible.

Additional Information:

Dean's Office Scholarships

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: One month prior to start of semester.

Requirements: Application: yes. Renewal: yes. Awards are not automatically renewed. Students must apply for each year's award. PALS and Career Development students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences only (business and education majors are not eligible); financial need; minimum NSU cumulative 2.0 GPA; successful and sustained academic performance. Graduate students and NSU employees are not eligible.

Additional Information:

Dual Admission Scholarships

Award Amount: $200 per academic year (fall and winter only)

Deadline: One month prior to start of semester.

Requirements: Application: yes. Renewal: yes. Automatic renewal up to four years. Dual admission PALS students only; full-time enrollment in the PALS portion of a dual admission program; good academic standing (making satisfactory progress toward program requirements); Required activities: attendance at required events and meetings

Additional Information:

Farquhar College Grant

Award Amount: Varies based on unmet financial need (may be awarded in conjunction with an NSU Honor Award); amount may be adjusted if the student receives other scholarships or grants; tuition-only grant.

Deadline: Award is determined at the time of admission if a completed FAFSA is on file at NSU. Renewal: Yes; automatic renewal after the first year; after the second year renewal is based on need and satisfactory academic progress.

Requirements: This is offered through the Admissions Office to Professional and Liberal Studies students at the time they apply to the University. Full-time enrollment is required. Awards are renewable if student maintains a minimum academic standard and completes 24 credit hours in the previous fall and winter terms. Students who transfer from Farquhar College become ineligible. If students drops below full time during the term, their awards are canceled.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: The Undergraduate Admissions Office
  • Phone: (954) 262-8000
  • E-mail: admissions@nova.edu

The Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences Book Awards

Award Amount: $250 for book expenses

Deadline: April 1

Requirements: Available to continuing PALS students only; Professional and Liberal Studies Students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences only (business and education majors are not eligible); academically competitive with preference given to upperclassmen.

Additional Information:

Honors Program Scholarships

Award Amount: Varies based on applicant qualifications.

Deadline: One month prior to start of semester.

Requirements: Full-time PALS students only. Application: yes. Renewal: no. Awards are not automatically renewed; students must apply for each year's award. Good standing per criteria established by the Undergraduate Honors Program. Active participation in the Undergraduate Honors Program.

Additional Information:

The Judith Shulimson Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: $500 total; $250 for the fall semester and $250 for the winter semester.

Deadline: March 1

Requirements: Full-time Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences students only (Division of Humanities, Division of Math, Science, and Technology, and Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences majors only); minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA; completion of at least two semesters (24 credits) at NSU; demonstrated commitment to women's and gender studies; documented evidence of financial need with a completed FAFSA on file. Graduate students and NSU employees are not eligible. One-time non-renewable award.

Additional Information:

The Linda Gordon Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: $500 total; $250 for the fall semester and $250 for the winter semester.

Deadline: March 1. One-time nonrenewable award

Requirements: Full-time Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences students only (Division of Humanities, Division of Math, Science, and Technology, and Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences majors only. Minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA. Completion of at least two semesters (24 credits) at NSU. Demonstrated commitment to travel, social, and environmental concerns. Documented evidence of financial need with a completed FAFSA on file. Graduate students and NSU employees are not eligible.

Additional Information:

Nova Southeastern University Honor Award

Award Amount: Tuition-only awards. NSU Freshman Honor Award ($1,000-$9,000). NSU Transfer Honor Award ($1,000-$5,500)

Deadline: Awards are made at the time of admission to NSU based on prior academic achievement.

Requirements: Scholarship awarded to academically promising new students applying to the undergraduate day college. The Office of Admissions for the Farquhar College makes awards to incoming students in the Professional and Liberal Studies Program. Minimum GPA is 3.0 and full-time enrollment. Awards are renewable if student maintains a 3.0 GPA and completes 24 credit hours in the previous fall and winter terms. Automatic renewal after the first year; after the second year renewal is based on satisfactory academic progress. Students who transfer from Farquhar College become ineligible. Students will lose eligibility for these awards if they leave the Professional and Liberal Studies Program before graduation to enroll in a graduate program, move to the Health Professions Division, enroll in the Career Development Program, or become a full-time NSU employee. If student drops below full-time during the term then their award is canceled.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Student Services in the Office of the Dean
  • Phone: (954) 262-8053
  • E-mail: scholarships@nova.edu

Performing Arts Grant

Award Amount: Varies per year; talent-based

Deadline: To be announced.

Requirements: Professional and Liberal Studies students only. Application: yes. Audition required. Renewal: no. Awards are not automatically renewed. Students must apply for each year's award. Students seeking a bachelor's degree in theatre or undergraduate students who wish to participate in either the Orchestra or Pep Band. NSU employees are not eligible.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Student Services in the Office of the Dean
  • Phone: (954) 262-8053
  • E-mail: scholarships@nova.edu

The Professional and Liberal Studies Scholarship

Award Amount: $250-$1500 per year

Deadline: April 1 Applications are available in January

Requirements: This one-year award is for returning Professional and Liberal Studies students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences only (business and education majors are not eligible). Students can re-apply each year, based on academic achievement and financial need. Minimum GPA is 3.0 with full-time enrollment. Students will need one current letter of recommendation from a faculty member.

Additional Information:

The Professional and Liberal Studies International Scholarship

Award Amount: $250-$1000 per year

Deadline: April 1 Applications are available in January

Requirements: This one-year award is for returning Professional and Liberal Studies students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences only (business and education majors are not eligible); Students can re-apply each year, based on academic achievement and financial need. Minimum GPA is 3.0 with full-time enrollment. Students will need one current letter of recommendation from a faculty member.

Additional Information:

PTK—Phi Theta Kappa

Award Amount: $1,000; tuition-only award

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Application: no. Renewal: yes. New PALS transfer students only. Student must show proof of Phi Theta Kappa membership. This is offered through the Admissions Office to Professional and Liberal Studies students who have transferred from a community college. Students must show proof of previous membership proof in the Phi Theta Kappa organization at a community college with their application. Must maintain 3.0 cumulative GPA and 24 credits each academic year.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: The Undergraduate Admissions Office
  • Phone: (954) 262-8000
  • E-mail: admissions@nova.edu

Stolzenberg-Doan Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies per year

Deadline: March 1 for Summer and Fall semester travel. October 1 for Winter semester travel.

Requirements: Renewal: no, but multiple awards permitted based on study abroad opportunities (limit one per year). Students in the Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences only, priority given to students majoring in international studies (business and education majors are not eligible); minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA and a 500 word essay; must show financial need. NSU employees are not eligible.

Additional Information:

Victims of 911 Undergraduate Scholarship

Award Amount: One award for all cost of tuition for up to four years

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: A daughter or son of a victim in the September 11, 2001, tragedy ( New York World Trade Center, Pentagon, Pennsylvania field). Must be admitted into the Professional and Liberal Arts Undergraduate Program on main campus. Recent high school graduate must have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 and SAT score of 1100 or higher. Must be enrolled full time and be a degree-seeking student.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: The Undergraduate Admissions Office
  • Phone: (954) 262-8000

Fischler School of Education and Human Services Scholarships

Bahamas Union of Teachers (BUT) Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: End of April Yearly, with notification given by mid June. Renewal: Yes; automatic renewal – awarded for duration of student’s academic career in the degree program for which he/she is admitted

Requirements: New student planning to enroll in an undergraduate/graduate education program at the Fischler School of Education, Bahamas locations ONLY. Must be a BUT member and maintain membership throughout entire program of studies. Minimum of 39 credits earned from previous higher education institution and possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) from previous higher education institution. Student must maintain a GPA of 3.0 in order to retain scholarship. Student must be currently employed in the field of education, and highly involved with volunteer work and active within the Bahamian community. Students must remain in good academic/financial standing with the University

Additional Information:

Future Teachers FBI-SOS Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: College students interested in pursuing a career in education

Additional Information: Participants register with the Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation and compete for this scholarship by taking online multiple-choice quizzes at the CKSF web site.

Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce

Award Amount: Full Tuition – Not including registration and student service fees

Deadline: April 1, 2009; Renewal: Yes, after agreement through 2013

Requirements: Active member of Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce in good standing for at least one year or currently employed in good standing of Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce for at least three years. Must continue membership or employment while completing the certificate or degree. Hold at least a bachelors degree awarded by a regionally accredited institution of higher learning and have applied to the Certificate in Leadership or the Master of Science in Leadership program offered at the Fischler School of Education and Human Services. Must have at least a 2.5 GPA to apply for the certificate and masters program.

Additional Information:

Fischler Doctoral Fellowship Program

Award Amount: Stipend of $30,000 plus tuition, books, materials for same year

Deadline: Visit www.schoolofed.nova.edu/gradfellow/

Requirements: Applicants for admission or currently enrolled students in one of the doctoral studies. Must be available for full-time employment at North Miami Beach campus for two calendar years. Complete the online application by September 1st for a start date in the following year.

Additional Information:

Hispanic Heritage Scholarship

Award Amount: $10,000

Deadline: August 18

Requirements: Be an undergraduate student, majoring in Education. Be an entering junior student who has completed 60 credits and has been admitted into the Fischler School of Education and Human Services of Nova Southeastern University. Be of Hispanic heritage, which is defined as having at least one parent of Hispanic ancestry. Be fluent in Spanish. Meet the Financial Aid Index. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 during the course of study. Be willing to accept the scholarship at the Award ceremony. Be a U.S. citizen.

Additional Information:

Jewish Educators Scholarship Fund

Award Amount: $1000

Deadline: Not Specified

Requirements: Current doctoral studies students working in the career field of Jewish Education.

Additional Information:

Joseph Gonzalez Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: $1000

Deadline: Not Specified

Requirements: Speech-Language and Communication Disorder students enrolled for online study.

Additional Information:

Kappa Delta Pi-Internation Honor Society Scholarships

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: May 1

Requirements: Applications are available in October. Available to undergraduate and graduate students, who are members in good standing with Kappa Delta Pi. Students must meet all university chapter requirements and must participate in numerous chapter and community-related events.

Additional Information:

NAESP Fellow Scholarship for EDL and DOL

Award Amount: Tuition only (covers coursework in only one doctoral concentration, 4 year maximum)

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Candidate is selected from among the previous year's recipients of the National Distinguished Principals (NDP). NDPs will receive applications from NSU. Candidates must have been active principals for at least five years, and will continue as principals through the award year.

Additional Information:

National Alliance of Black Educators (NABSE) Scholarship

Award Amount: Tuition in the second academic year of study, nonrenewable

Deadline: September 15

Requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in any of the Fischler School doctoral programs for at least one year and hold membership in NABSE. Students must be in good academic standing at NSU. Submit application, resume, and proof of current NABSE membership by August 1st during the first year in doctoral studies. For more information go to http://www.schoolofed.nova.edu/dhel/nabse.htm or visit their website

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Hollis Horton Scholarship Advisor
  • Phone: (954) 262-8655 or (800) 986-3223, ext. 28655.
  • The Fischler School of Education and Human Services
    1750 NE 167th Street
    North Miami Beach, FL 33162-3017
  • Visit Fischler website (http://www.schoolofed.nova.edu/sso/scholarships.htm)

National Board Certification Scholarship

Award Amount: $2,500 for Master's or Educational Specialist studies; $5000 for Doctoral studies

Deadline: Not Specified

Requirements: National Board Certified Teachers studying at Master's and Doctoral levels. Students will need to submit a copy of their NBCT letter and two letters of recommendation.

Additional Information:

Nicole Weiser Scholarships

Award Amount: Two awards of $2,000 and one award of $1,500

Deadline: February 17

Requirements: For Speech-Language and Communication Disorder Programs. For masters students who work as a school-based clinician with one year of working experience. Also for new students or second year master students who demonstrate academic excellence, motivation, leadership and personal achievement. Students are also required to submit letters of recommendation and an essay. The awards go to the students that best exemplify the highest standard of academic excellence, clinical skill development, and service to our program.

Additional Information:

PEP-C Grant

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: July

Requirements: The grants are for master's students enrolled in the speech-language pathology program. Applications for these grants are available at the time of registration.

Additional Information:

Principal of the Year Scholarship

Award Amount: $1500 for Masters or Ed Specialist studies; and $3,000 for doctoral studies, non-renewable

Deadline: Not Specified

Requirements: Students must be school district winners of Principal of the Year awards to be eligible. Students must submit copies of their district's notification letter and/or certificate.

Additional Information:

Teacher of the Year Scholarship

Award Amount: District winner $1,000 (may vary by school district); state winner $4,000, non-renewable

Deadline: Not Specified

Requirements: Students who are current school district winners of Teacher of the Year awards are eligible. Students must submit copies of their district's notification letter and/or certificate.

Additional Information:

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Graduate Assistantships for Doctoral Students

Award Amount: Stipend of $10,000 per academic year, paid bi-weekly

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: GA positions are offered for one academic year only, fall to summer terms, depending on available funds. Positions are for a maximum of 20 hours per week. The faculty committee reviews continuation of the assistantship after each trimester based on the students academic and GA performance. GAs must maintain a full-time course load, minimum 3.0 GPA, and remain otherwise in good academic standing. Must be enrolled in an on-campus degree program.

Additional Information:

Health Professions

Audiology Chencellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: May 30

Requirements: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment to the university. Enrolled students must be in good academic standing, and must be a permanent resident of Florida. Candidate must come from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have attended college.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: The Audiology Chancellors Office
  • Phone: (800) 541-6682

Dental Medicine Chancellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (renewable upon re-application each year)

Deadline: May 30

Requirements: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment. Enrolled students must be in good academic standing, and must be a permanent resident of Florida. Candidate must be from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have attended college.

Additional Information:

Health Professions Division Hispanic Student Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Must be a Hispanic student enrolled in one of the colleges of NSU Health Professions Division. Student must be in good academic standing. For more information on requirements/criteria, please contact the HPD Chancellors Office. Awards are based on available funds.

Additional Information:

  • Phone: (800) 541-6682 ext. 21518

Nicole Weiser Audiology Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: September 8

Requirements: The awards will be based on academic, clinical and service performance. To apply, provide a letter of application describing your accomplishments in these areas, and attach a copy of your most recent clinical competencies check form. The applications will be competitively scored on a 100 point basis. Up to 35 points are awarded for the GPA. (Points will be awarded for GPAs in excess of 3.7 / 92.5%). Up to 20 points are earned for service. Clinical performance, reflected by clinic grades and by the clinical competencies check list, earn the applicant up to 35 points. The quality of the letter of application provides up to 10 points. Submit your letter of application/copy of competencies to: Teri Hamill: Chair of Weiser Scholarship Committee.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Audiology Chancellors Office
  • Phone: (800) 541-6682

Optometry Chancellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (renewable upon re-application each year)

Deadline: May 30

Requirements: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment to the university. Enrolled students must be in good academic standing, and must be a permanent resident of Florida. Candidate must come from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have attended college.

Additional Information:

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) Fellowships

Award Amount: Full Tuition

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Students must be enrolled in the second year of medical school to apply. Students are provided 12-month (pregraduation) fellowships in addition to training and experience in osteopathic manipulative medicine. Recipients receive full tuition for their junior and senior years in osteopathic medicine. Students will be notified of application process and deadlines by the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practice.

Additional Information:

Osteopathic Medicine Chancellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (renewable upon re-application each year)

Deadline: May 30

Requirements: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment into the university. Enrolled students must be in good academic standing, and must be a permanent resident of Florida. Candidate must be from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have attended college.

Additional Information:

Pharmacy Chancellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (renewable upon re-application each year)

Deadline: May 30

Requirements: Candidates must be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment. (Currently enrolled students must be in good academic standing and must be permanent residents of Florida.) Candidates must be from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have previously attended college.

Additional Information:

Pharmacy College Scholarships

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards to continuing pharmacy students based on financial need, academic performance and career interest.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Pharmacy - Foreman Scholarships

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards for pharmacy students who have financial need and exhibit academic excellence. The dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship. Awards are also based on available funds generated each year from the endowment.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Pharmacy - Max Lemberger Scholarship Fund

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards for pharmacy students who have financial need and exhibit academic excellence. The dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship. Awards are also based on available funds generated each year from the endowment.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Pharmacy - Paul & Ellen Magalian Scholarship

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards for pharmacy students who have financial need and exhibit academic excellence. The dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship. Awards are also based on available funds generated each year from the endowment.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Pharmacy Phar-Mor Scholarship

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards for pharmacy students who exhibit academic excellence. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship. Awards are also based on available funds generated each year from the endowment.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Pharmacy - Sheila Tischenkel Scholarship Senior Award

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards for pharmacy students who have financial need and exhibit academic excellence. The dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship. Awards are also based on available funds generated each year from the endowment.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Pharmacy - William D. Hardigan Scholarship

Award Amount: Not specified

Deadline: Not specified

Requirements: Provides awards to pharmacy students who have financial need and exhibit academic excellence. The Dean has sole discretion on granting the scholarship. Awards are also based on available funds generated each year from the endowment.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Dr. Betty J. Harris
  • Phone: (954) 262-1374 or (800) 541-NOVA ext. 21374

Physical Assistant Chancellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (renewable upon re-application each year)

Deadline: March 30

Requirements: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in the university. Enrolled students must be in good academic standing, and be a permanent resident of Florida. Candidate must be from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have attended college.

Additional Information:

Physical Therapy Chancellor Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (renewable upon re-application each year)

Deadline: March 30

Requirements: Currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in the university. Enrolled students must be in good academic standing, and be a permanent resident of Florida. Candidate must be from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need. Consideration will be given to those from families where few or no members have attended college.

Additional Information:

REBA Anderson Occupational Therapy Book Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Based on financial need. Funds are for books. The Reba Anderson scholarship committee selects the student. Awards are based on available funds.

Additional Information:

  • Contact: The department

H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship

Broward Business Clubs Award

Award Amount: $1000 one time award

Deadline: open

Requirements: Awards are open to undergraduate freshman day students planning to enroll in a business program at the Huizenga School. Student must have graduated within the past year. Must show PROOF of involvement in the Academy of Finance, DECA, FBLA or BPA programs at their high school. Students must have attended high school in Broward County

Additional Information:

Broward Business Clubs Scholarship

Award Amount: $10,000/year, 4 years

Deadline: April 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards open to undergraduate freshman day students planning to enroll in a business program at the Huizenga School. Students must show PROOF of involvement in the Academy of Finance, DECA, FBLA, or BPA programs at their high school. Student must have attended high school in Broward County and must submit an application for admission to any undergraduate business degree program at NSU. Must be a full time (12-15 credits) undergraduate freshman student in a day business program (PALS) and have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and SAT score of 1200 or ACT score of 27 or greater. Award amount equals a full tuition scholarship. Recipients do not need to reapply every year, but must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.35 in order to retain the scholarship. Students must also remain in good academic standing with the University.

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Broward College Honors Institute Scholarship

Award Amount: Up to $10.000/year, award amount will vary based upon financial aid package. International student’s package limited to 50% off published tuition rate

Deadline: August 1, 2009 for Fall Admission or December 1, 2009 for Winter Admission

Requirements: Awards are open to undergraduate transfer students planning to enroll full time in the Professional and Liberal Studies (Day) program at the Huizenga School in a business related major. Students must have earned an AA degree from Broward Community College Honors Institute Program within the past year. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 (on a 4.0 scale). Students must have a demonstrated leadership involvement in a club or organization. Must prove financial need based on FAFSA. International students can apply. Students must continue to take courses every term to maintain scholarship (at least 1 course per term). Students may be required to serve as a school ambassador.

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Business Ethics/Global Responsibility Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,000 one time award

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Awards are open to full time DBA students. Students must plan to focus dissertation in ethical/global responsibility. Students must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA. Confirmed status as a Huizenga School doctoral student in the program for a minimum of one year is required. Students must have a GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and plan to do research in a pertinent scholarship area. Willingness to publish work from the dissertation in academic journals and reviews as well as to present the work at academic conferences.

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Clarence Pohlman Scholarship

Award Amount: one time award of $3,000

Deadline: Open

Requirements: Awards open to any undergraduate student enrolled full time in the Professional and Liberal Studies (Day) program at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business in a business related major. Awards are made to students who demonstrate high academic achievement. Must be a US citizen and demonstrate financial need through FAFSA. Students must have a high school GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) for an incoming freshman or a current college GPA of a 3.3.

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David Rush Graduate Student Scholarship

Award Amount: one time award of $5,000

Deadline: November 1, 2009

Requirements: Awards open to any Graduate student enrolled full time in the MBA/Entrepreneurship program at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business. Students must be US Citizens, must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, must remain in good standing, and must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA.

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Eastern Financial Florida Credit Union

Award Amount: $2,500/ year, 4 years

Deadline:April 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards are open to undergraduate freshman students planning to enroll in day finance or accounting program (PALS). Students must be U.S. Citizens and have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale). Students must have a SAT score of 1100 or ACT score of 25 or higher. Students must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA.

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Falcone Group

Award Amount: $2,000-$3,000/ year, 2 - 4 year

Deadline: April 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards are open to full time (12-15 credits) undergraduate freshman or transfer students planning to enroll in a day business program (PALS). Students must be U.S. Citizens and have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale). Students must have a SAT score of 1100 or ACT score of 25 or higher. Students must demonstrate a commitment to community youth programs that provide civic, athletic, recreational and educational opportunities to young people. Students must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA.

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Florida Business Clubs Award

Award Amount: one time award $1,000

Deadline: Open

Requirements: Awards open to undergraduate freshman day students planning to enroll in a business program at the Huizenga School. Students must have graduated within the past year and show PROOF of involvement in the Academy of Finance, DECA, FBLA, or BPA programs at their high school. Student must have attended high school in Florida.

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Florida Business Clubs Scholarship

Award Amount: $10,000/year, 4 years

Deadline: April 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards open to undergraduate freshman day students planning to enroll in a business program at the Huizenga School. Students must have graduated within the past year and show PROOF of involvement in the Academy of Finance, DECA, FBLA, or BPA programs at their high school. Student must have attended high school in Florida. Candidates must submit an application for admission to any undergraduate business degree program at NSU. Full time (12-15 credits) undergraduate freshman student in a day business program (PALS), minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and SAT score of 1200 or ACT score of 27 or greater. Awards amount equals a full tuition scholarship and recipients do not need to reapply every year, but must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.35 in order to retain scholarship. Students must also remain in good academic standing with the University.

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Florida Marlins Community Foundation Scholarship

Award Amount:One time award of $3,000

Deadline: May 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards are open to current students (full time enrollment) in the undergraduate day program at the Huizenga School in the sport and recreation management major. Students will have contributed extensively to the sport and recreation management community through volunteerism and/or work experience. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale). Recipients must reapply every year.

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Government Employee Award

Award Amount: 30% reduction off full tuition rates as published in the students catalog (does not include prerequisites, fees, or other student’s expenses)

Deadline: Open

Requirements: Awards are open to students planning to and or currently enrolled in the Masters of Public Administration (MPA) program at the Huizenga School. Students must be a city, county, federal, or other U.S. government employee. Students must provide employment verification letter or a copy of official identification badge. Scholarship is applied to every term. No application necessary. Award open to international students. Please submit information to your Academic Advisor. Contact your Academic Advisor for questions regarding this award.

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H. Wayne Huizenga Day Student Scholarship

Award Amount: $2,500/year, 4 years

Deadline: April 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards are open to undergraduate freshman or transfer students planning to enroll full time in a day business program (PALS). Students must have a minimum HS GPA of 3.75 (on a 4.0 scale) minimum SAT score of 1200 or ACT score of 26. Students must be U.S. Citizens. Students must demonstrate involvement with charitable organizations and volunteerism preference will be given to those involved with the Boys and Girls Club of America. Students must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA.

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H. Wayne Huizenga Scholarship

Award Amount: One time award up to $3,000 per year

Deadline: December 1, 2009

Requirements: Must be an undergraduate student planning to enroll full time in a day business program (PALS) at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business with a minimum SAT score of 1100 or minimum ACT score of 25.  Students must be a resident of Broward County, demonstrate financial need through FAFSA, and be in good academic standing with the University.

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J.W. Customer Value Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,000 one time award

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Awards are open to full time DBA students. Students must plan to focus dissertation in customer value. Students must demonstrate financial need through FAFSA. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale). Students must plan to do dissertation research in academic trade journal in addition to leading conference proceedings.

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NSU Alumni Award

Award Amount: $147.50 off per credit published tuition rates (does not include prerequisites, fees, or other student’s expenses)

Deadline: Open

Requirements: Awards are open to graduate students enrolled in a business program at the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Students must have completed their Bachelor’s degree at NSU; must begin Master’s program at the Huizenga School no later than one term after students completed final class for Bachelor’s degree. Must take at least one course every term for the duration of the Masters degree. Must maintain good academic standing in graduate program. Award open to international students. No application necessary. Scholarship is awarded every term. Please submit information to your Academic Advisor. Contact your Academic Advisor for questions regarding this award.

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Senorita Strachan Scholarship

Award Amount: 50% reduction off published tuition rates (does not include prerequisites, fees, or other student’s expenses)

Deadline: September 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards are made to new students planning to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate business program at the Huizenga School, BAHAMAS locations ONLY. Students must attend Bahamas based campus. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) from previous higher education institution. Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 in order to retain scholarship. Must show financial need. Must be highly involved with volunteer work and active within the Bahamian community. Undergraduate students must also have completed a minimum of 30 credits earned from previous higher education institution.

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Strategic Forum Scholarship

Award Amount: One time award (varies)

Deadline:October 1st of each year

Requirements: Awards are open to all MBA students. Students must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.25 and demonstrate leadership involvement in a club or organization. Award open to international students.

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Student Affairs Graduate Assistant Scholarships

Graduate Assistant in Residential Life and Housing Scholarship

Award Amount: Up to $8000

Deadline: GA Applications are available in January for next academic year

Requirements: Scholarships given to those hired as graduate assistants.

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Nicole Robinson Scholarship

Award Amount: $500

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Must be an International Student and a student leader.

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Residential Life Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Applications are available at end of January during information session

Requirements: Scholarships given only to those hired as resident assistants. Must be a registered part-time or full-time student at Nova Southeastern University, meeting the minimum academic requirements of the academic department. Undergraduate students must have a minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA; for Graduate students, must have the minimum cumulative GPA required for that graduate program. Must have one semester live-in experience prior to application, not necessarily at NSU; OR significant leadership experience. Must be in good judicial standing with the University. Willingness to make a commitment through the academic year (i.e. August - May).

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Student Affairs Award

Award Amount: Varies based on position. Range $12,000 - $24,000

Deadline: April 1

Requirements: Must be a Graduate Assistant in the field of Student Affairs. Areas include: Student Activities and Leadership Ability, Student Union, Recreation and Wellness, and Career Services. For further details contact the Department of Student Affairs. Review link above.

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Other

Barnes and Noble Book Scholarship

Award Amount: $500

Deadline: December 31, 2009

Requirements: Students must have been registered for the fall term. For Undergraduate and Graduate students. International students are welcomed to apply. Academic excellence will be considered in the awarding process. Please submit applications along with most current copies of receipts from our Book Store to the Office of Student Financial Assistance Scholarship Department.

Broward International Women's Club Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: April 30

Requirements: Must be a female, international student pursuing an education at NSU. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and be currently enrolled at NSU. Must demonstrate financial need in the letter of application.

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Common Knowledge Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: All undergraduate and graduate students are eligible

Additional Information: The Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships through the use of internet-based quiz competitions. Students who answer the most number of questions in the shortest amount of time are declared winners.

Department of Athletics Graduate Assistant Positions

Award Amount:
Annual Stipend: $10,000
Tuition Scholarship: $10,000
Meal Scholarship: $1,000
Fees: $500

Deadline: June 15—application available in May-June

Requirements: The positions are in the areas of Sports Information, Strength and Conditioning, and Business Operations/Game Management. Applicants must possess a bachelors/masters degree and matriculate into a graduate program at NSU. Positions require 30-35 hours per week, may include flexible hours, evenings and weekends, and are 10-month renewable appointments.

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Electronic Funds Transfer Scholarship

Award Amount: $2,000

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Awards are made to undergraduate or graduate continuing students that have established a GPA of 3.0 or higher at Nova Southeastern University. This scholarship is not renewable. In determining scholarship eligibility, the scholarship committee will consider leadership ability, community/volunteer activities, academic excellence, as well as the student's financial need, which will be based on the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the following academic year.

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Ethel G. and Raymond P. Ferrero Family Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,250.00

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Preference is given to graduates from St. Thomas Aquinas High School who have been accepted to Nova Southeastern University’s undergraduate program. Leadership ability, community/volunteer activities, and academic excellence will be considered in the awarding process. Please submit applications along with your high school transcripts to the Office of Student Financial Assistance. If transcripts are not enclosed your application will not be considered.

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Gareth Steele Disability Scholarship

Award Amount: $1000

Deadline: Open

Requirements: Applicant must have a disability; must be a Broward County resident which is a US citizen or legal resident, can be a recent high school graduate within the past year or be graduating high school within the next school year. Must be accepted at NSU. The student is to submit an essay of not more than 300 words on how their disability impacted them while in school, and how they would use the knowledge gained through education to improve the lives of others with disabilities. Center for Independent Living of Broward Inc. will make the final selection of the winner.

Additional Information:

  • Rae Begley
    Scholarship Department
    NSU 3301 College Ave.
    Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33314

Gold Circle Scholarship Fund

Award Amount: $2,000.00

Deadline: Students must complete a FAFSA/Renewal by April 15 and must have established a GPA in a university program. No Application required.

Requirements: Students that demonstrate high financial need. Students with the highest GPA and financial need are selected based on available funds and meeting the priority deadline. The scholarship is renewable with a 3.2 GPA, depending on available funds.

All students that meet the requirements will be automatically considered for this fund. Those randomly selected will be notified.

Howard Dunbar Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,000.00

Deadline: Students must complete a FAFSA/Renewal by April 15 and have established a GPA in a university program. No Application required.

Requirements: Male students that demonstrate financial need. Students are randomly selected based on available funds, meeting the priority deadline, and with the highest GPA and financial need. Scholarship is renewable with 3.2 GPA depending on available funds.

All students that meet the requirements will be considered for this fund. Students are selected in July and will be notified.

NSU Athletic endowment Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: Recipients of this scholarship must be currently enrolled NSU student-athletes. This endowment is funded through contributions made to the Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament. Student-athletes receiving this award must meet all NCAA and Sunshine State Conference regulations to be eligible for this award. There will be additional factors considered in awarding these scholarships as follows: student leadership, athletic ability, participation in community/volunteer activities and academic progress toward a degree.

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NSU IQ Scholarship

Award Amount:

  • 1st Place - $3,000
  • 2nd Place - $2,500
  • 3rd Place - $2,000

Deadline: Varies

Requirements: All NSU students are eligible (Full-time NSU employees are not eligible to win)

Additional Information: The NSI IQ Scholarship is administered by the Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation. Students register at www.cksf.org, learn interesting facts about NSU, and take an internet-based, multiple-choice quiz on the information they learned. Students who answer the most number of questions in the shortest amount of time are declared winners.

NSU Transfer Scholarship: Broward College

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Available to BC students who have successfully graduated with an Associate degree and plan to transfer to Nova Southeastern University (NSU). Students must have a 3.5 GPA and preference is given to members of the Honors Institute, Phi Theta Kappa and the National Scholastic Honors Society. Eligible Bright Futures students and students who are majoring in nursing, education and other critical shortage areas as determined by the state of Florida will also be considered. . Applications are now available. You must be a Florida resident.

Additional Information:

  • Additional information available at admissions 954-262-8000
  • Contact: Isibel Moreno

NSU Transfer Scholarship: Santa Fe College

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Available to SFC students who have successfully graduated with an Associate degree and plan to transfer to Nova Southeastern University (NSU). Students must have a 3.5 GPA and preference is given to members of the Honors Institute, Phi Theta Kappa and the National Scholastic Honors Society. Eligible Bright Futures students and students who are majoring in nursing, education and other critical shortage areas as determined by the state of Florida will also be considered. Applications are now available. You must be a Florida resident.

Additional Information:

  • Additional information available at admissions 954-262-8000
  • Contact: Isibel Moreno

NSU Transfer Scholarship: Seminole Community College

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Available to SCC students who have successfully graduated with an Associate degree and plan to transfer to Nova Southeastern University (NSU). Students must have a 3.5 GPA and preference is given to members of the Honors Institute, Phi Theta Kappa and the National Scholastic Honors Society. Eligible Bright Futures students and students who are majoring in nursing, education and other critical shortage areas as determined by the state of Florida will also be considered. Applications are now available. You must be a Florida resident.

Additional Information:

  • Additional information available at admissions 954-262-8000
  • Contact: Isibel Moreno

O. Mike and Marion Marinelli Scholarship

Award Amount: $2500.00

Deadline: CLOSED

Requirements: This scholarship is provided to graduate students in financial need who enroll in programs that prepare them to work with individuals having physical and/or emotional problems. A minimum of 9 credit hours enrollment is required in order to receive the award. Students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students’ financial need determined by the EFC posted on the students FAFSA for the 2009/2010 academic year.

Additional Information:

  • Application and Instructions: CLOSED

President’s Scholarship (new PALS students only)

Award Amount: Full-Tuition Scholarship. The award will ensure all tuition charges are met inclusive of other institutional, state, and federal gift aid packages.

Requirements: Available to new full-time, freshman PALS students attending the day program at the main campus; Students will lose eligibility for these awards if they leave the Professional and Liberal Studies Program before graduation to enroll in a graduate program, move to the Health Professions Division, enroll in the Career Development Program, or become a full-time NSU employee. President’s Scholarship application necessary after being admitted to NSU. Renewable up to four years of full-time undergraduate studies with a 3.5 overall GPA .

Additional Information:

  • Contact: Megan Burns, Coordinator of Special Programs, at (954) 262-8065 or bmegan@nova.edu

Stanley and Ann Trusk Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: Opens in March
Requirements: Awards are made to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year continuing NSU Undergraduate students. Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 or higher. The scholarship committee will consider academic excellence and financial need as determined by your FAFSA and your expected family contribution. The award amount varies from $1,000 to $2,000. Please submit applications and letters of recommendation to the Office of Student Financial Assistance Scholarship Department. We will not accept faxes.

Additional Information:

  • Application not available at this time.

Trustee Scholarship Fund for Students

Award Amount: $2500

Deadline: Closed

Requirements: Awards are made to first year entering Graduate and first year entering Undergraduate full time students. Leadership ability, community/volunteer activities and academic excellence will be considered in the awarding process. Minimum GPA is 3.5. Scholarships are renewable with a GPA of 3.2, based on available funds. Please submit applications along with prior schools unofficial transcripts to the Office of Student Financial Services Scholarship Department. Due to the number of students applying, we will only notify the students selected.

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