Scholarships
FSC offers merit-based, departmental, faith-based, special interest, and need-based scholarships.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Make Your Florida Southern Education Manageable With Financial Aid
We want to remove as many financial roadblocks as possible between you and the college experience you deserve. Florida Southern offers financial aid packages designed to help make an FSC education more affordable, with our team available to help you and your family understand your options.
By the Numbers
Consistently ranked a Best Value by U.S. News & World Report for affordability and outcomes, Florida Southern delivers a remarkable return on your investment through small classes, one-on-one faculty mentorship, and hands-on experiences. Financial assistance can come from many places and in many forms, including scholarships, grants, federal work-study, and student loans.
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$100 Million in Aid
FSC's financial aid is generous, awarding more than $100 million each year and averaging $43,531 per aid package.
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$26,500 Merit Scholarship
First-year students admitted to Florida Southern are automatically considered for merit scholarships up to $26,500. Nearly every first-year student receives a merit scholarship or grant.
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4 Florida Aid Options
Florida residents can add Bright Futures and the EASE grant on top of FSC scholarships, aid many families don't realize applies at a private college.
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4 Full-Tuition Awards
Our most competitive scholarships cover full tuition. High-achieving students can apply for these prestigious awards.
Adult or Graduate Student?
Find financial aid built for your program.
Explore Funding Opportunities
It's normal for first-time applicants to feel overwhelmed by the many financial aid options available. FSC's admission counselors are ready to support you in navigating the process, maximizing your opportunities, and making your FSC education affordable.
Need-Based Aid
This includes federal grants, residential grants, federal work-study, and need-based scholarships.
Florida Resident Aid
State-funded aid for Florida residents, high school graduates, and veterans is available.
Educational Loans
Eligible students and parents qualify for federal and private loans.
Student Voices
How to Apply for Financial Aid
Financial aid can feel complicated, so here is the whole process at a glance. The most important step is the first one: apply. Once you are accepted, most of your merit aid is awarded automatically, and these steps help you capture everything else you are eligible for.
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Applying is what unlocks your aid. You are automatically considered for a merit scholarship, and most awards are automatic for eligible students once you are accepted, provided academic requirements are met.
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File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which determines your eligibility for all federal aid, including loans and need-based institutional aid. Florida Southern College's code on the FAFSA is 001488. The FAFSA becomes available October 1.
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Florida residents attending a private college may be eligible for a grant through the EASE program, and Florida Bright Futures funds also apply here. Learn more about eligibility for Florida state aid programs.
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Our Net Price Calculator gives you a quick, early estimate of the aid you may be eligible for and what your real cost could be.
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Once you are admitted, schedule an appointment with your admissions counselor to review your financial aid package and payment options, in person, online, or over the phone.
After You’re Admitted
Once you’re admitted, your next steps are to review your award letter, confirm any Florida aid, and set up payment. Your financial aid counselor can walk you through the whole package.
Tuition & Fees
Get a breakdown of what costs look like before financial aid.
Forms & Resources
We've compiled the forms you'll need and a list of helpful external resources to support your college financial planning.
Questions?
Have questions about applying for financial aid or what types of aid packages are available? Your admissions counselor will be happy to walk you through everything and find the best option for you.
