You're automatically considered
No separate form, no essay, no deadline beyond your admission application. Apply, and you're in the running.
Undergraduate Merit Scholarships
No essay. No separate application. No catch. Nearly every first-year student earns
a merit scholarship at Florida Southern, simply by applying, and it's yours to renew
all four years.
You’ve Already Earned It
At Florida Southern, a merit scholarship isn't something you chase; it's something you earn just by being you. Nearly every first-year student receives one, and there's no separate application. When you apply for admission, you're automatically considered, and your award is based on your academic record. It's our way of investing in your potential from day one.
Your award is based on your academic record
Your GPA and coursework determine which scholarship you receive. Stronger records earn larger awards.
It's renewable
Merit scholarships renew each year you attend, as long as you maintain the required GPA and remain a full-time student.
It stacks
Your merit scholarship combines with other aid you may receive, from Florida state programs to need-based grants, to make FSC even more affordable.
First-Year Merit Scholarship Awards
Each award is named for a longtime college benefactor whose generosity makes a Florida Southern education possible. You'll be considered for all of them automatically; the one you receive is based on your academic record.
| E.T. Roux Scholarship | $10,000 to $14,000 |
| Edna Mae Pearce Lockett Scholarship | $12,500 to $17,000 |
| Thad G. Buckner Scholarship | $14,000 to $18,500 |
| Lucius P. Ordway Scholarship | $15,500 to $20,500 |
| Emile E. Watson Scholarship | $16,000 to $22,000 |
| William H. Danforth Scholarship | $18,000 to $24,000 |
| Henry and Annie Merner Pfeiffer Scholarship | $20,000 to $26,500 |
More Ways to Save
Your merit scholarship is just the beginning. You may also qualify for:
- Prestige Scholarships — Our most competitive awards, from full tuition to a full ride, for the top 10 percent of applicants.
- Talent and Departmental Awards — For standout students in the arts, athletics, and specific academic programs.
- Special Interest Scholarships — Recognizing leadership, service, family ties, and unique circumstances.
- Florida State Aid — Bright Futures, EASE, and more, which stack on top of your FSC awards.
Get in Touch
Questions about merit scholarships or your award? Your admissions counselor can help.
Ready to Get Started?
The only step to earning your merit scholarship is applying. Take the first step, and we'll take it from there.