Scholarship Search

• Must be admitted into the FSCJ Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Science program
• Must have earned Associate degree at FSCJ
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must earn at  least 24 credit hours during academic year for which the scholarship is awarded
• Must submit a 500-word essay stating reason for pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education
• Maintain good academic standing during enrollment at Florida State College at Jacksonville.

• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Be a resident of Nassau county
• Submit one letter of recommendation
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need
• Preference given to Fernandina Beach High School graduates

• Applicant must be a graduate of FSCJ Adult High School(AHS) or High School Equivalency(HSE) program
• Have completed at least three credits with the FSCJ Adult Education Program
• AHS graudates must have achieved a minimum of 2.5 GPA while in the AHS program
• HSE graduate must have received at least a 155 on one of the four GED® subtests 
• Applicants must be enrolled full time(12 credit hours or more)
• Student must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor, file a FAFSA, and complete the financial aid process                      

• Applicant must be a graduate of FSCJ Adult High School(AHS) or High School Equivalency(HSE) program
• Have completed at least three credits with the FSCJ Adult Education Program
• AHS graudates must have achieved a minimum of 2.5 GPA while in the AHS program
• HSE graduate must have received at least a 155 on one of the four GED® subtests 
• Applicants must be enrolled part time(6 credit hours or more)
• Student must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor, file a FAFSA, and complete the financial aid process                      

• Students should be enrolled in Adult High School courses and have college-level placement scores
• Must file a FAFSA and complete the financial aid process
• Must have and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA

• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours)
• Enrolled in courses leading to a degree or certification in an Applied Science program or certificate in Career and Technical Education or Post-Secondary Adult Vocational Program.
• Submit two letters of recommendation from Florida State College at Jacksonville faculty
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

• Be a degree or certificate seeking student
• Have completed at least 9 credit hours of college-level coursework
• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Submit two letters of recommendation from current FSCJ faculty members
• Submit a one page essay on the potential impact of the scholarship

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Recipients will be chosen from the following population groups in descending order or priority: Duval, Baker, Nassau, St. John's, Putman, Flager and Clay County residents; state of Florida residents; United States residents

• Must be African-American
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours or more)
• Must be in an degree-seeking program
• Must  have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must submit copy of transcript
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need via the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

• This scholarship is for tuition, books and lab fees only.
• Must be enrolled full time (12 or more hours) in the Ophthalmic Technician Program
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must not be eligible to receive any type of financial aid (federal, state, institutional, or campus based aid) with the exception of loans.
• Must be willing to attend an awards banquet with the Arlington Lions Club (At least one FSCJ staff will attend with student).
• Must comply with all college regulations, rules and conduct codes governing students on campus.

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Enrolled in the fine or performing arts and take at least one such course per term (if full time) or per year (if part time)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Submit a personal statement, stating educational and professional goals and what, if anything is impeding those goals (This is not a separate statement it is part of the general essay)
• Preference will be given to students who demonstrate a financial need 

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours) in any academic program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours or more)
• Seeking a degree or certificate Aviation program
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit a statement with no more than 500 words describing "Their educational and career goals, where they see themselves in five years, and why they should receive a scholarship award over other candidates"
• Must submit two letters of recommendation
• Must understand that most employers in the aviation industry require a background check and a drug screening prior to the employment, as this is a security and safety sensitive environment. If you are not comfortable with or feel that you will not be able to meet these pre-employment requirements, you may need to consider another career choice.

• Must be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours or more)
• Must be a first generation college student
• Must be a Florida resident
• Must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must submit one letter of recommendation

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need (and be identified as a low to moderate income household)
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• May be in any academic program

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be in a nursing or allied health degree program
• Must be a Nassau county resident
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must have two letters of recommendation
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Be enrolled in a Health Program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Accepted into the College's Nursing Program
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need
• Submit two letters of recommendation (one must be from a high school counselor, college counselor, or instructor)
• Submit an essay on ""Why College is Important"" (This topic is included in the General Essay requirement.)
• Preference will be given to single parents

• Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at the Nassau Center
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need

• Must be a single black male between the ages of 17 to 25 by the first day of the academic year scholarship will be awarded for
• Must be a high school graduate who is enrolled in his first term at Florida State College at Jacksonville
• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit two letters of recommendation (preferably from a high school counselor, instructor, an employer, or minister of your church)
• Submit a statement explaining their career and educational goals(this is including in the general essay) 
• Scholarship may only be used for Fall and Spring terms

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be taking college credit courses
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must submit copy of transcript
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit two letters of recommendation (one must be from a high school, college counselor or instructor)
• Must submit an essay on "Why College is Important" (This is included in the general essay)

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Enrolled in the Fire Science Program
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit two letters of recommendation

• Must be enrolled full-time (12 or more credit hours)
• Must be accepted in the Nursing program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA

• Be a degree seeking student
• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Be ineligible for Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
• Submit an essay of approximately 250 words on why you need/deserve the scholarship
• Submit a copy of transcript

• Must be enrolled in a degree or certificate program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit a copy of transcript
• Must have graduated from the Jacksonville Beaches location of Center Academy for at least one school year (two full semesters) and have been in good standing upon leaving the school

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need
• Preference will be given to students with the greatest need

• All awards will be based on the student’s actual enrollment at the time of application. Should an applicant drop enrollment following the drop/add period, their grant will be adjusted to reflect their actual enrollment status
• Student must have a minimum 2.5 College GPA and be in good academic standing to include meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as determined by the Office of Financial Aid.  For students with no college credit, a minimum 2.5 unweighted high school GPA is required or a GED® with acceptable diplomia type code.
• Student must have demonstrated unmet need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Student must not owe a debt to FSCJ or Chappell Childcare Center
• Child(ren) must be between the ages of 1-5 and have not completed a VPK program
• Awards will be limited to the first 2 children on the application
• Applicants whose child(ren) is not claimed on the tax return and/or FAFSA will not be eligible to receive the childcare grant
• Students must apply for the grant each term
• Funding is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Applicants will be notified of their tentative awards within 5 business days of receipt of their application and again should there be any adjustments
• This grant can only be used at the Chappell Childcare Centers
• All payments will be made directly to Chappell Childcare Centers on behalf of the student
• Application Checklist: Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be processed:
  • Completed Childcare Grant Application Form
  • The form includes all parental information (information for both parents listed on the child’s birth certificate)
  • Copy of child’s birth certificate is attached
• The form includes all parental information for the parent who is currently the FSCJ student

• Be enrolled in a certificate program
• Be enrolled at least part time (180 contact hours)
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Scholarship finalists may be interviewed by members of the Civitan Club

• Be enrolled in the Associate in Arts program majoring in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Communication, Telecommunications, Journalism, or a related field
• Students enrolled in Graphic Design, Multimedia Technologies or Marketing Management Associate in Science programs may also apply
• Have completed 18 college credit hours
• Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
• Enroll and complete at least six credit hours both fall and spring (total of 12 hours)
• Submit two letters of recommendation, at least one of which must come from a FSCJ faculty member
• Submit an essay of no more than 300 words explaining their career goal and previous work activities related to their major (i.e., related volunteer work, freelance work, or participation in related student organizations) and reason for needing the scholarship (included in general essay)
• Student must not be receiving any other scholarship or grant

• Must be enrolled in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management
• Must have a 3.0 GPA
• Must submit a formal resume
• Must provide two letters of recommendation from supervisor and/ or faculty member or instructor
• Must submit an essay answering the following question: Where do you see your professional career after completion of your program/degree?
• Must demonstrate financial need & submit a FAFSA application

• Must have received a GED
• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours)
• Seeking a degree or certificate
• Be a Nassau county resident
• Submit two letters of recommendation
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit an essay stating how the scholarship will benefit the student and state whether or not they are the first in their family to attend college

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours) in coursework applicable to a career in business, health sciences, or education
• Be a resident of Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam, or St. Johns County
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Submit two letters of recommendation
• Submit a resume detailing work history
• Submit an original essay of 500 words about the importance of community involvement, and describe your own community service activities

• Must be a current or a future student in any academic program
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must be a low income working student in need of financial assistance to obtain a higher education

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credits hours)
• Must desire to pursue a course of study in mathematics, sciences, or engineering
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA

• Be enrolled full-time (12 or more credit hours)
• Earn a minimum of 24 credits by the end of the academic year
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must be a graduate of a Nassau County High School in the spring prior to the academic year in which they are applying for the scholarship
• Must complete application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours) in any academic program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit one letter of recommendation
• Submit an essay on: What Difference Will I Make in Someone’s Life?
• Preference will be given to cosmetology students and students that submit a letter of recommendation from Community Connections, Hubbard House, Angel Aid, United Way Agencies, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. or First Baptist of Mandarin

• Must be new or continuing nursing student
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative FSCJ GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must write a letter to Mrs. Melissa Van Noppen, widow of Douglas Van Noppen, describing themselves and why they want to be a nurse.
• Preference will be given to students with a financial need

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be enrolled in a Liberal Arts or workforce program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative high school or college GPA
• Must have demonstrated leadership skills and documented progress towards transferring to an upper division college or university or be actively seeking permanent employment or paid internships
• Must submit a statement outlining the student’s educational and job placement plans and include how an African American historical individual has been inspirational or has mentored the student’s success to date
• Must submit two letters of recommendation (one from an instructor or professor who can affirm the student’s academic ability and one from an academic or community leader who can attest to the student’s leadership and service to the school or community)

• Must be enrolled in or planning to enroll in a Health Program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need

• Must have completed minimum 24 credit hours
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours) in an AA or AS degree program
• Submit two letters of recommendation which address leadership qualities.
• Submit documentation demonstrating leadership qualities in the areas of student activities, athletics, church, government or community activities.

• Must be enrolled full-time (12 or more credit hours) in a Respiratory Care Program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must submit a one page paper outlining the need for financial assistance

• Must be a female, 25 years of age or older, attending FSCJ for less than 12 credit hours per semester (part-time student)
• Must be continuously enrolled as a part-time student, with at least one course per semester at FSCJ in pursuit of a degree
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must demonstrate Financial Need 
• Must maintain a GPA of 2.0

• Be enrolled in the professional phase of the Associate Degree Nursing program
• Be African American
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Submit a one page statement about future plans for a career in nursing

• Must be enrolled in a Nursing or Allied Health Program of Study
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must be a resident of Clay, Duval, Nassau or St. Johns Counties
• Must submit a 250-500 word essay on what motivated his/her interest to care for the senior population
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must be conducting or desiring to conduct clinical experience at a long-term care facility approved by Florida State College at Jacksonville
• Priority given to eligible students conducting or desiring to conduct their clinical experience at River Garden Senior Services in Jacksonville, Florida

• Must be in the second term or higher of the nursing curriculum
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must submit an essay regarding "How will this assistance help your nursing career and ability to promote health in the greater Jacksonville community?"

• Must be a degree seeking student in one of the following fields at FSCJ: Advanced Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace, Finance and Insurance Services, Information Technology, Health and Life Sciences, or Logistics and Distribution
• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have completed at least 45 credit hours of coursework if in a two-year program, or 90 credit hours of coursework if in a four-year program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Submit a 250-word essay on his/her career path and chosen field

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours) in a Health Care Program
• Must be African American
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need

• Must be pursuing an AA, AS, or bachelor’s degree
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must be a single parent of a child under 18
• Must be a resident of Duval or Nassau Counties
• Must be a US citizen
• Preference will be given to a student with any or all of the following life situations:
  • Be orphaned or abandoned by both parents as a child
  • Be a first member of their immediate family to attend college
  • Have served in the US military for at least two years with an honorable discharge.

• Must be a female student
• Must be enrolled a minimum of 9 credit hours
• Must have completed at least 12 credit hours of college study
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must provide a copy of all post-secondary school transcripts
• Must be available for a personal interview in April

• Applicant must be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Submit an original essay of 300-500 words making a personal statement about goals and the value of the scholarship toward achieving those goals
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating a financial need and Take Stock in Children scholars in good standing who have completed their Associates degree and wish to pursue their Bachelor's degree

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be pursuing a degree or studies in English, Business, Science, Mathematics or other Liberal Arts academic courses
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FASFA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Preference will be given to previous recipients and students attending Kent Campus

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be a second year student (defined as having completed between 30 and 50 credit hours only)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Scholarship opportunities available to all eligible college credit students, and at least one additional award provided for a student athlete if eligible

• Be accepted to a program that includes EAP courses.
• Must be taking or will take EAP Reading, Listening, Writing, or Grammar
• Must have spent 1 session in ESOL 800 and/or 1 semester in EAP courses.
• Valid Immigration Status
• Special consideration will be given to students who have completed a college degree in their home country, who are therefore ineligible other scholarship opportunities.
• Student must submit Letter of Recommendation from Instructor

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Have indicated Environmental Science as major program of study
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must provide documentation of community service
• Must submit most recent copy of transcript

• Reside in Duval County
• Be enrolled at least part-time (minimum 6 credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• File the FAFSA form with the federal government, and remain in good standing as a student
• Be enrolled in College Credit or Non Credit Workforce Program
• Be a High School Graduate (standard high school or GED® Diploma) or Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) Score of 8.0 or higher in Reading & Math
• Submit a satisfactory two page essay on “Why a College Education is Important to Me, My Community, and My Church?"
• Provide documentation through a letter of reference from an agency or program of Community and/or Church Service
• Preference will be given to members of Bethel Baptist Church and Alpha Kappa Sorority

• All awards will be based on the student’s actual enrollment at the time of application. Should an applicant drop enrollment following the drop/add period, their grant will be adjusted to reflect their actual enrollment status
• Student must have a minimum 2.5 College GPA and be in good academic standing to include meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as determined by the Office of Financial Aid.  For students with no college credit, a minimum 2.5 unweighted high school GPA is required or a GED® with acceptable diplomia type code.
• Student must have demonstrated unmet need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Student must not owe a debt to FSCJ or Chappell Childcare Center
• Child(ren) must be between the ages of 1-5 and have not completed a VPK program
• Awards will be limited to the first 2 children on the application
• Applicants whose child(ren) is not claimed on the tax return and/or FAFSA will not be eligible to receive the childcare grant
• Students must apply for the grant each term
• Funding is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Applicants will be notified of their tentative awards within 30 business days of receipt of their application and again should there be any adjustments
• This grant can only be used at the Chappell Childcare Centers
• All payments will be made directly to Chappell Childcare Centers on behalf of the student
• Application Checklist: Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be processed:
  • Completed Childcare Grant Application Form
  • The form includes all parental information (information for both parents listed on the child’s birth certificate)
  • Copy of child’s birth certificate is attached
• The form includes all parental information for the parent who is currently the FSCJ student

• Must be a female student
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have indicated their major field of study
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must submit copy of most recent transcript (high school and/or college) to include the total number of hours/credits completed
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit two letters of recommendation
• Must submit an essay describing the following:
  • career path
  • involvement in community service
  • your career and educational goals as they reflect the goals of NOW, see below:
    • “Our purpose is to take action to bring women into full participation in society sharing equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities with men, while living free from discrimination.”
• NOW’s Top Six Priority Issues include:
  • Advancing Reproductive Freedom
  • Promoting Diversity and Ending Racism
  • Stopping Violence Against Women
  • Winning Lesbian Equality
  • Achieving Constitutional Equality
  • Ensuring Economic Justice.

• Be enrolled in the second year of Dental Hygiene Program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Be a Florida resident
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a member of the medical/dental field or a personal reference. 
• Submit a transcript

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA
• Must be working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree or program certificate in an Aviation program at the Aviation Center of Excellence
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need

• Be a First Generation College Student (neither parent earned a college degree at the baccalaureate level or higher)
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more times)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must file the FAFSA form with the federal government

• Must be accepted into the College’s Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, Associate Degree Nurse, or Other Allied Health Program.
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours or more)
• Must submit FAFSA application
• Must be a Florida resident

• Must be enrolled a full-time student in second year (3rd or 4th term) of the Associate Degree in Nursing Program
• Must have a 3.25 minimum GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Provide a letter or recommendation from a faculty member and proof of community involvement

• Be enrolled in a college credit or vocational program
• Have completed and maintain a minimum course load of 9 credit hours or half of a non-credit vocational program
• Students enrolled in a college credit program must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Students enrolled in a vocational program must be succeeding academically
• Be a physically disabled student who is registered with the College’s Office of Disabled Students
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need
• Submit one letter of recommendation

• Applicant must have completed 9 semester hours of college level work
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA,
• Must be a Florida resident
• Must be enrolled in at least 9 hours per term with 6 hours at Kent Campus
• Must submit the names of two Florida State College at Jacksonville Faculty/Staff references, preferably from Kent Campus

• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must be accepted into the Nursing Program
• Be enrolled full time  (12 or more Credit hours)
• Submit one personal and one faculty letter of recommendation.

The FSCJ Promise Scholarship is our commitment to fund the first two years of higher education for Duval and Nassau county students wanting to start their academic journey at FSCJ. The scholarship is intended to help local students create financial sustainability while removing economic barriers and providing an accessible and affordable pathway to degree completion.

Application Priority Deadline: June 30, 2018

Program Eligibility Requirements:

• Duval or Nassau county resident who graduated from a Duval or Nassau county public high school within the past 3 years.
• First time in college
• Pell Grant eligible
• Enroll full-time (minimum of 12 credit hours per term)

Program Continuation Requirements:

• Maintain a 2.0 GPA and be continuously enrolled
• Must meet with a Student Success Advisor and develop and Academic Degree Plan prior to the first term of enrollment at FSCJ.  
• Serve 60 hours of community service, either in conjunction with the Office of Student Engagement or the Center for Civic Engagement

Funding:

FSCJ pays tuition, fees, and books (up to 700.00) after federal and state financial aid has been applied. The funding is available for four consecutive terms (up to 15 credit hours each term; does not include Summer Term).

• Must be enrolled full time(12 or more) as a sophomore, junior, or senior and complete 24 credits by the end of the academic year
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit proof of a commitment to nonviolence, humanitarian and community service.

• Must be a US citizen
• Must have graduated from a Nassau County high school or be employed at the Boys and Girls Club of America
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours by the end of each academic year
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Preference will be given to participants in the Northeast Florida Boys and Girls Club

• Have a high school equivalency degree (GED) or high school diploma
• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours or more) in a degree or certificate program
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Submit a 300 word essay on the topic of “How Fishing Has Influenced Your Life"
• Must have participated in the George Strate, Sr. Memorial Fishing Tournament (formerly the Hooked on Schools Fishing Tournament)
• Have and maintain a 2.0 GPA
• Preference will be given to students who demonstrate a financial need

• Be enrolled at least full time (12 or more credit hours) in a degree program or enrolled a minimum of 900 clock hours in a vocational program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• First Preference will be given to blood relatives of Gideon T Burdett, Jr. (documentation required)
• Second Preference will be given to employees or descendants of employees of the Seaboard Coastline Railroad Company or Atlantic Coastline Railroad (documentation required)
• If no priority candidates qualify, any student with the required enrollment and GPA may apply

• Be a resident of Duval, St. Johns, Clay, Baker or Nassau County
• Submit a one page essay about your green industry career interest
• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours) in coursework applicable to a career in the green industry (Horticulture, Botany, Forestry) or a program associated with environmental studies
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA

• Must be a female enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours or more)
• Must have participated in the Rosanne R. Hartwell Women’s Center
• Must be a resident of Duval County
• Must be experiencing a financial emergency. 
• Must submit a letter of recommendation from a staff member from the Rosanne R. Hartwell Women’s Center 
• Must submit an essay describing financial emergency

• Be a U.S citizen
• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours each term)
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and complete 75% of college courses registered in with a grade of C or better
• Preference given to students who still have a substantial financial need after exhausting all other forms of aid available.

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours or more)
• Be in good standing with the college
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Be a first generation in college student
• Be enrolled in or have completed the life skills class (SLS1103 or SLS 0005) offered at FSCJ
• Complete application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Preference will be given to students who are preparing for a career in education with the intent to become a teacher in the state of Florida and students enrolled in education preparation institutes can be included

• Student must be referred from the following agencies: Beaches Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity of St. Augustine, Foundation Academy, PACE Center for Girls, The Children’s Home Society, or be a recipient of the Herbert W. Scheidel Leadership in Action Award.
• Must qualify as dependents of Beaches Habitat and Habitat St. Johns full time employees who have served and are serving Beaches Habitat and Habitat St. Johns for at least 3 years
• Must apply for financial Aid using the FAFSA
• Must reside in Florida for tuition purposes
• Must be pursuing a degree (A.A., A.S., B.A.S., B.S.N., or B.S.) or certificate program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA while pursuing an Associate's Degree or Career Certificate
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA while pursuing a Bachelor's Degree
• Contact scheidelscholarships@fscj.edu to apply

• Be in the professional phase of the nursing program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Submit a short essay regarding why you are interested in nursing as a career
• Be African American
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Submit a copy of most recent transcript

• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours) in any academic program
• Have and maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. 
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a need 
• Applicant must demonstrate character, initiative, and ability
• Submit two letter of recommendation 

• Must be a current or future student from the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center,or
• A single mother from Duval County Public, Charter, or Parochial School, 
• An African American male from a Duval County Public, Charter, or Parochial School,
• Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 at FSCJ
• Must be continuously enrolled as a full time student (12 credit hours/term) or part time (6 credit hours/term)at FSCJ for any Spring, Summer, or Fall term.

• Be enrolled at least part time( 6 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Seeking a degree or program certificate
• Be a resident of Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, or St. Johns counties for at least twelve (12) months.
• Preference will be given to:
  1. Students who have successfully completed the Honor Rows program and can provide documentation from sponsoring organization
  2. Students from Andrew Jackson High School, with priority given to those who have complete a Jaguars Foundation Honor Rows program at the school or elsewhere, or
  3. students that volunteered with the Jaguars Foundation and can provide documentation from the Jaguars Foundation

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be a recent graduate of a Duval County high school
• Must have between 2.25 and 2.50 cumulative high school GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must be a high school graduate within the past 5 years with less than 3 completed college credits
• Must submit three letters of recommendation (two of which should be from high school personnel)

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours or more)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Be a graduate of the Nassau County School District
• Must be enrolled in the discipline of Business Administration working towards an Associate's or Bachelor's degree or the discipline of Cardiovascular Technology, working towards an Associate's Degree
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• One letter of recommendation from a Florida State College at Jacksonville faculty member is required
• Submit a one page essay outlining current community involvement, why is applicant interested in this scholarships and applicant's future plans.

• Must be a female single parent
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must submit an essay detailing "How this scholarship will assist you with your academic career" (This is included in the general essay)

• Must be admitted to the Nursing Program
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must be a present employee of the St. Vincent's Healthcare System and have been employed for the past 12 months or more. St. Vincent's Healthcare System includes: St. Vincent's Medical Center Riverside, St. Vincent's Medical Center Southside, St. Vincent's Medical Center Clay County, St. Catherine Laboure Manor, St. Vincent's Primary Care, or St. Vincent's Ambulatory Care

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours or more)
• Must be a current or future student in any academic program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a need

• Be a degree seeking student in Business, Transportation, or any Pre-Law major
• Must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must maintain full time (12 credit hours or more) enrollment in a degree program
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must submit two letters of recommendation.

• Must be enrolled full-time at FSCJ
• Must be in an Education, Nursing, or Allied Health degree program
• Must be a Duval or Clay County resident
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative FSCJ GPA
• Must submit two (2) letters of recommendation
• Demonstrate financial need
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Attend one Baptist Center Auxiliary General Meeting each year

• Must be entering a second year of the dental hygienist program 
• Enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit an essay expressing and explaining interest in pediatric dentistry
• This scholarship recognition will be presented annually at the Installation and Employer’s Appreciation Banquet of the NE Dental Hygiene Association as the guest of Renee Klein

• Must be enrolled in the Fire Science, EMS, or minimum standards program.
• Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative high school GPA and returning students must have a 3.0 cumulative college GPA (The scholarship is not limited to entering freshman)
• Must submit a copy of transcript

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours)
• Be a current or future student in a specific program
• Have and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate financial need.

• Be a current or future student in any academic program
• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate financial need
• Preference will be given to single parents and first generation college students.

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 hours)
• Must submit a copy of transcript and have a 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must be enrolled in the Interior Design program

• Students must be currently admitted and enrolled full-time in the Logistics BAS program. Students enrolled in final term of the program may apply if enrolled less than full-time.  
• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Have successfully completed 75 credits hours toward the degree for completion
• Maintain Florida residency while enrolled
• Be continuously enrolled and maintained a 3.0 GPA

• Must have an interest in business and be enrolled in a degree program related to business
• Must enroll at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate need

• Must be A.S. degree seeking in the Entertainment Technology Program
• Must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 hours)
• Must submit a letter of recommendation from a FSCJ Entertainment Technology faculty member, highlighting strong potential for a successful career as a Theatre Technician
• Submit a FAFSA application
• Demonstrate a financial need

• Applicant must be a son or daughter of a deployed or formerly deployed military parent or a member of the National Guard
• Must be on second year of study at FSCJ
• Must be enrolled full time
• Have and maintain a 3.0 GPA
• Submit a copy of transcript
• Must be active in the community
• Submit a description of participation with events, organizations, or activities

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must be enrolled in an Allied Health or Culinary Arts & Hospitality program
• Must complete the application for financial aid using FAFSA

• Be admitted to the Associate Degree Nursing Program
• Be enrolled at least 9 semester hours
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit copy of transcript
• Complete the financial aid application using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Submit the names and contact information of two references that are recent college instructors

• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more hours)
• Be participating in the practicum phase of either the Medical Lab or Histologic Technology programs
• Be seeking an Associate's Degree
• Submit a copy of current/most recent transcript
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit two letters of recommendation from Florida State College faculty

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours or more) in a Nursing program
• Have and maintain 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must also submit names and telephone numbers of two personal references
• Must submit an essay describing desire to enter nursing career
• Preference will be given to previous year(s) recipients and students who experienced a break in high school (high school equivalency degree will qualify) prior to enrollment of at least one academic term

• Must be enrolled full-time
• Must be enrolled in the FSCJ Nursing program
• Must have and maintain a 2.5 minimum GPA
• Preference will be given to students who indicate a financial need as determined through the FAFSA application.

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more hours)
• Must submit a copy of a current/most recent transcript
• Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

• Must be enrolled in the culinary arts program
• Must enroll at least part-time (6 or more hours)
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Have overall high school or college GPA of 2.25
• Submit a two page essay on "The Future of Food Service in America"
• Submit two letters of recommendation: One from faculty and one form a current food service sponsor

• Must graduate with at least a 2.5 GPA from William M. Raines, Jean Ribault, First Coast or Andrew Jackson High School within three years of application date.
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 hours) in a degree seeking program at Florida State College at Jacksonville.
• Must submit two letters of recommendation from a non-family member.
• Must comply with all College regulations, rules and codes of conduct governing students on campus.
• Must attend a North Council luncheon as a guest to receive ceremonial scholarship check and give a two minute presentation on education and career goals.
• Students can reapply for this scholarship as long as all criteria continue to be met.

• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing program or the Practical Nursing Certificate Program
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Submit a letter of recommendation from a current Florida State College at Jacksonville faculty member

• Must have been associated with the Otis Smith Kids Foundation as an elementary school student
• Enroll at least part time
• Have and maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a need
• Applicant must also submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor

• Must be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours) in a degree seeking program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Be a resident of Clay County
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need 
• Must submit two letters of recommendation

• Must be degree seeking
• Must be enrolled in two Art Studio courses to include drawing, design, ceramics, painting, sculpture, figure drawing, printmaking, and watercolor.
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit a letter to the committee describing how this scholarship will help them attain their degree and influence their continuing education in the arts
• Recipients must not be on a talent grant during the period of this scholarship
• Recipients are required to submit receipts for all art supplies and textbooks purchased

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must submit copy of transcript
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must have a documented visual impairment to meet eligibility criteria for the State of Florida Division of Blind Services
• Must be a current or former student of the Vision Education & Rehabilitation Center (formerly ILAB) at FSCJ

• Must be a single parent of a child under the age of 18
• Must be pursuing an AA, AS, or bachelor’s degree
• Must be enrolled full time (12 or more hours)
• Must have completed at least 6 credit hours at FSCJ
• Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a need
• Must be a resident of Duval or Nassau Counties
• Must be a US citizen
• Must complete at least 75% of courses and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA in the first scholarship term to receive the second term award (if applicable)
• Special consideration will be given to a student who is the first member of their immediate family to attend college

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need 
• Meet SAP (satisfactory academic progress) requirements

• Must be a member of Phi Theta Kappa
• Must be a Florida resident
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must provide a copy of the most recent transcript
• Must apply for financial using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit a letter of recommendation from a community service organization that they have volunteered for recently
• Must submit an essay on "Why community service is so important to our society, and what I have learned from doing community service?"
• Preference will be given to Phi Theta Kappa officers
• Students who have received an AA or AS degree from Florida State College at Jacksonville or another college can also apply for this scholarship

• Must be  a recent graduate of a Nassau County High School
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more hours)
• Must submit copy of transcript
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must file the FAFSA form with the federal government

• Be enrolled in the Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management Program
• Have and maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Provide two letters of recommendation from faculty or foodservice sponsors
• Submit a two page essay on the student's short and long term goal in the Food Service industry
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need

• Must be a military veteran (preferably Navy) with an honorable discharge
• Must be accepted into & enrolled in the Aviation Center of Excellence Airframe & Power Plant Program
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and complete the financial aid process.
• Must submit a copy of DD-214
• Must submit 2 letters of recommendation from employer or instructor describing why you should receive the scholarship to include writer's original signature, address, phone number and e-mail address
• Must enroll at least part-time (6 or more hours)

• Must be enrolled at least part time(6 ore more hours) in a career or technical course of study offered at the Lewis “Red” Bean Nassau Technical Center
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a need
• Be a legal resident of Nassau County
• Submit two letters of recommendation from individuals unrelated to the applicant
• Preference will be given to married students.

• Acceptance (or Clear Acceptability) for matriculation in Nursing or Allied Health Degree or Certificate program
• Current employment in Nursing/Allied Health, seeking career advancement (includes clerical, or non-certificate employees in the medical field seeking certification in a clinical field)
• Head of household/primary support of dependent children
• Must apply for financial aid using FAFSA application
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
• Enroll in at least 10 hours each semester
• Preference given to current employees of Orange Park Medical Center

• Be female, aged 35 years or older
• Apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Complete a one-page essay specifying why they are deserving of this scholarship
• Must be enrolled in at least one class (3 credit hours)

• Be enrolled in a minimum of 10 credit hours
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must attend a Rotary Club Meeting. Please visit the Rotary Club of West Jacksonville website at www.westjaxrotary.org for meeting times, locations, and contact information.
• Graduates of Lee, Paxon, Ed White, Forrest, Baldwin, or Stanton College Preparatory High Schools will be given preference
• Preference will also be given to students in the Nursing or Allied Health degree or certificate programs.

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours) in a degree or certificate program
• Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit a copy of their transcript
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA and demonstrate a financial need.
• Applicant must also be in good standing at the Safe Harbor Academy and eligible for college classes. A letter is required from the Executive Director of Safe Harbor to formally verify participation in the program.

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours) 
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA and complete all financial aid paperwork

• Be enrolled at least part time ( 6 or more credit hours)
• Enrolled in the Sign Language Interpretation Program 221A
• Have a passing score on the PACE entrance exam (ACCEPTED in the program)
• Be enrolled in INT1000 course or higher
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA
• Submit one letter of recommendation 
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit)
• Must be seeking an Associate’s Degree
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Preference will be given to students majoring in finance, accounting, or other related business field
• Preference will also be given to employees, relatives of employees, or those otherwise associated with the local Smith-Barney organization, as evidenced by a letter documenting this fact, submitted on Smith Barney letterhead.

• Must be a United States citizen, national, refugee alien, or permanent resident alien
• Must be enrolled full time (12 credits or more) in the College's Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Technical Certificate programs with an intended major in STEM and related technologies in the current or upcoming term
• Have at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA 
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Recipients are required to participate in PODS2 activities (including monthly mentoring) and adhere to the requirements of their program of student in order to maintain scholarship eligibility

• Must be a United States citizen, national, refugee alien, or permanent resident alien
• Must be enrolled full time (12 credits or more) in the College's Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Technical Certificate programs with an intended major in STEM and related technologies in the current or upcoming term
• Have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA 
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Recipients are required to participate in PODS1 activities (including monthly mentoring) and adhere to the requirements of their program of student in order to maintain scholarship eligibility

• Must be a current or future student enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative FSCJ GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate financial need

• Must be enrolled at least part-time ( 6 or more credit hours)
• Must be a current or future student in Business Administration and plan to transfer to a four year college to pursue a bachelor’s degree
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative FSCJ GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate financial need

• Must be pursuing a career in Finance or Accounting
• Submit a letter of recommendation from a member of the Florida State College at Jacksonville finance or accounting faculty
• The letter should outline the outstanding achievements and characteristics of the student and the student's intent to pursue a career in finance or accounting
• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours)
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• All applicants must have completed at least 24 credit hours toward an associate degree

• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours) as a Dental Hygiene student 
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Submit copy of transcript
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a member of the medical/dental field or a personal reference
• Applicant must also submit a short essay on "What impact cancer has had on your life"
• Scholarship recipients will be required to attend a minimum of one community cancer related event within one year of receiving scholarship and attend the Northeast Florida Dental Hygiene Association Installation/Employer Appreciation Dinner as a guest of Dr. & Mrs. Richard Salko

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be seeking an Associate's Degree
• Must be a Florida resident
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must submit a copy of current/most recent transcript
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Finalist will be interviewed by a SunTrust Senior Executive Staff in Jacksonville

• Must be accepted in the Nursing program to become a registered nurse
• Must be enrolled full-time in Nursing Program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Must submit two letters of recommendation
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must write a paragraph describing your career goals and indicate your intention to work as a registered nurse for three years after graduation
• Preference given for students that demonstrate a financial need

• Be a resident of Duval or Nassau counties
• Be enrolled in the Massage therapy or Nursing programs at FSCJ
• Have and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Include a letter of recommendation from supervisor, employer, coordinator, or faculty member
• Submit a goal statement. One paragraph written or typed statement on one of the following topics: 1)How you plan using knowledge from the program in caring for older adults in our community. 2)A novel idea or project you plan on implementing in conjunction with a senior care organization to enhance care of the older adult. 3) Describe an experience in your life that has inspired your desire to care for seniors and explain how you will use this experience to make a positive difference in working with older adults.
• Preference will be given to those students currently working or volunteering at agencies serving older adults (clinical hours can be counted towards volunteer hours).

• Be accepted and entering either their 2nd or 3rd term of the Dental Hygiene Program
• Have and a maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit two letters of recommendation (from individuals other than family members or dental hygiene faculty)
• Submit a one page essay discussing the following :
  • Why or how you chose a career in dental hygiene
  • What you see as your contribution to the profession of dental hygiene
  • How this scholarship will assist you in your dental hygiene studies
  • The benefits of active membership in a professional organization
  • A statement describing your level of financial need
• Scholarship recipients must attend three local NEFDHA dental hygiene meetings or attend the FDHA Annual Symposium
• Student must file the FAFSA form with the federal government, and remain in good standing as a student.

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours) and be working toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or program certificate
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Must be a resident of Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, or St. Johns County for a consecutive period of at least twelve calendar months
• Selected finalists will be interviewed
• The student(s) selected should have the greatest unmet need after other available financial awards have been made.
• The name(s) of the student(s) who receive Awards will be provided to Donor so that the student(s) may be presented with volunteer opportunities with THE PLAYERS Championship.

• Must be enrolled in the Nursing or Accounting academic programs
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be a recent graduate of a Nassau County High School (within the past five years)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must file the FAFSA form with the federal government

• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 credit hours) in the Culinary Arts Program
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Submit copy of transcript
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA 
• Submit a current resume
• Submit two letters of recommendation from supervisors or faculty 
• Submit a statement answering the question: “What are your professional goals after completion of your college degree?” (This is included in the general essay)

• Be accepted and entering either their 3rd or 4th term of the Dental Hygiene Program
• Have and a maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Submit two letters of recommendation (from individuals other than family members or dental hygiene faculty)
• Submit a one page essay discussing the following :
  • Why or how you chose a career in dental hygiene
  • What you see as your contribution to the profession of dental hygiene
  • How this scholarship will assist you in your dental hygiene studies
  • The benefits of active membership in a professional organization
  • A statement describing your level of financial need
• Scholarship recipients must attend three local NEFDHA dental hygiene meetings or attend the FDHA Annual Symposium
• Student must file the FAFSA form with the federal government, and remain in good standing as a student.

• Must be a female graduating high school senior residing in Duval or Nassau County with no dependents at the time of application
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must submit two letters of recommendation
• Preference given to applicants that demonstrate a financial need

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours) in a visual or performing arts program
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must submit two non-related references with at least one being a past or current art instructor
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need

• Must be a female of at least 28 years of age who has either never attended college or who has not attended college for the past five years
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be seeking a degree or certificate
• Must submit a one page essay specifying why you are deserving of this scholarship.(This is included in the general essay)

• Applicant must declare a major in Environmental Science, Safety, or Hazardous Materials
• Be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours) 
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Preference will be given if applying for, serving, or have completed, a paid summer internship with Crowley Maritime Corporation
• Preference will also be given to minority candidates

• Must be enrolled in the Information Technology program
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (high school or college whichever is applicable)

• Must be enroll at least part time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be enrolled in a Logistics or Supply Chain Management Degree Program 
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must be willing to job shadow with TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico, LLC
• Must submit an essay detailing interest in, and financial need for the scholarship

• Must be a degree seeking student
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours)
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Must submit a letter of recommendation from a Florida State College at Jacksonville Faculty member
• Must submit a personal statement explaining how this scholarship will impact your life
• Preference will be given to first generation in college students or who are independent students as determined by federal financial aid rules

• Be enrolled in the Articulated Assistant Nursing Program
• Must be pursuing a CNA license
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA 
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must provide two references
• Must reside in one of the following zip codes: 32206, 32207, 32209, 32216, 32217, 32223, 32246, 32256, or 32257
• Must also write a brief statement about 1) your plans as they relate to your educational and career objectives and 2) any obstacles you perceive that may hinder accomplishing those objectives

• Must be registered in the A.S. in Architectural Design and Construction Technology academic program
• Must be enrolled full-time (12 or more credit hours) 
• Must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Must file the FAFSA form with the federal government and remain in good standing as a student

• Must be enrolled full-time or part-time in the Practical Nursing Workforce Certificate Program
• Have a high school or college GPA of at least 3.0
• Be a U.S. Citizen and Florida Resident
• Must submit a 250-500 word essay on "The Importance of Hospice Care in Our Community"
• Apply for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need

• Be enrolled at least part time (6 or more credit hours) in the Information Technology or Diesel Technology programs.
• Have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need.
• Preference will be given to minority students.

• Must be a Veteran and have been honorably discharged
• Must be ineligible for VA educational benefits
• Must be enrolled at least part time (6 credits or more)
• Must submit copy of DD-214 to certify discharge date
• Must be seeking either workforce, certificate or college level classes
• Must not have a baccalaureate degree or higher
• Must have and maintain a 2.0 GPA

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be a graduate of Andrew Jackson High School and/or reside in the Springfield area (zip code 32206)
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA 
• Must demonstrate a financial need

• Must be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours) in a Culinary Arts program
• Must complete all courses covered by scholarship
• Must have and maintain a minimum 2.25 cumulative high school or college GPA
• Must complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Must demonstrate a financial need
• Submit three letters of recommendation from faculty and/or restaurant personnel.
• Submit a one page essay "Your Goals and Objectives in the Culinary Arts Field" including why you feel the scholarship should be awarded to you
• Scholarship is for tuition only

• Must be seeking an AA, AS or AAS degree in visual, performing or theatre arts
• Be enrolled in a minimum of six hours (part-time) total coursework, of which a minimum of three hours must be in one of the qualified arts areas
• Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Must not be receiving a full time talent grant during the period of this scholarship
• Submit a letter to the committee describing how this scholarship will help them attain their degree and influence their continuing education in the arts.

• Be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours) in a degree or certificate program
• Complete the application for financial aid using the FAFSA
• Demonstrate a financial need
• Applicant must also be in good standing as a constituent of the Wounded Warrior Project, Inc. programs and services and eligible for college classes
• A letter is required from Wounded Warrior Project’s Director of Educational Services to formally verify eligibility of the warriors and their families’ participation in Wounded Warrior Project (“WWP”)

• Must be a current or future student of Florida State College at Jacksonville
• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 or more credit hours)
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be a resident of the First Coast
• Must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative FSCJ GPA
• Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Preference given to nursing and computer science students