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Admissions Scholarship Questions

• I would like to be considered for a scholarship; how do I find out more information?
  For optimal consideration for one of ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ's institutional scholarships, submit your complete admissions application and scholarship application as soon as possible. See our admissions scholarships webpage for eligibility and deadlines. 
• Is there a minimum GPA or SAT/ACT/CLT score to qualify for a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ merit-based scholarship?
  Yes, it varies based on the specific scholarship. Review our admissions scholarships webpage for details.
• After I receive a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ scholarship offer, how long do I have to make a decision on whether or not to accept the award?
  We request that you submit your scholarship agreement within 30 days of receipt. Should you have any questions or need more time, you may contact the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Scholarship Coordinator at unfscholarships@unf.edu.
• I was awarded a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ admissions scholarship and plan to attend ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ. Where do I send the scholarship agreement?

  myWings:

  • Log into your
  • Choose Student on side menu.
  • Select Student Resources, and then Banner Self Service
  • In the list of options, click Upload Student Documents.

  Fax: (904) 620-2414

  Drop off: One-Stop Student Services; Hicks Hall, Building 53, Suite 1700

  Mail: ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ, Attention: Scholarships and Strategic Initiatives, 1 ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.

• I did not receive a scholarship, but would like to be on a waiting list. What is the likelihood of receiving an award?
  Scholarships are awarded based on available funding and established deadlines. All students without scholarship funding are reviewed for eligibility during each round of awarding. There is no waitlist.

General Scholarship Questions

• If I'm eligible to receive more than one ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ institutional award, it is possible to receive multiple awards?
  In fairness to all eligible applicants, ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ refrains from offering more than one institutional scholarship to the same student. You will receive the highest award for which you are eligible. Be sure to apply to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ early for optimal consideration.
• I'm a Florida resident and am receiving Bright Futures, in addition to a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ scholarship. Can I keep both?
  Yes! As long as the total amount of your scholarships and financial aid (including Bright Futures) does not exceed the Cost of Attendance, as determined by the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Office of Student Financial Aid, you are able to keep both awards.
• How do I use my scholarship to defer or pend my tuition/fees?
  Tuition and fees will be automatically pended against your available financial aid and/or scholarships. If your financial aid does not completely cover the charges on your account, you will need to pay the remaining balance by the payment deadline. The deadline to pay tuition and fees for each term is on the .
• How can I use a scholarship toward on-campus housing costs?
  Your scholarship will first be used toward your tuition. If there is a remaining scholarship balance, it can be used toward your housing payment.
• Can I apply a scholarship toward payment of a meal membership?
  Yes, if your scholarship and other financial aid cover your tuition and fees, and there is a remaining scholarship balance, it can be used toward your meal membership.
• When will I receive the eRefund from my scholarship programs?
  Once tuition and fees have been covered, Student Financial Services disburses any remaining balance of your scholarship after the payment deadline for the term has passed. You can usually expect to see the payment the third week of the term. For fastest access to your refund, please set up your eRefund account in . Visit Student Financial Services for instructions on setting up direct deposit.
• How do scholarship awards affect my federal financial aid?
  Scholarships count toward your financial aid; therefore, other aid (loans, institutional grants, etc.) may need to be reduced so you are not over-awarded beyond your Cost of Attendance. Cost of Attendance is determined for each student and, according to Federal regulations, the sum of your awards cannot exceed this amount. Additionally, if you are an athlete, the NCAA has regulations and guidelines that must be followed. It is important that you notify One-Stop Student Services if you are receiving additional funding, as this may affect your federal financial aid.
• Can scholarships be awarded for the summer term?

  ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ institutional scholarships are not usually awarded for the summer term. If an external organization wishes to grant you a scholarship for use during a summer term, ask the donor to send these funds directly to the University with your name and N-number clearly marked:

  ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ, Attention: Scholarships and Strategic Initiatives, 1 ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.

• If I take classes at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ and another community college or university, will I still be eligible for my scholarship?

  Not necessarily! Email us at unfscholarships@unf.edu to ensure proper enrollment for different scholarships and financial aid. Your scholarship and/or financial aid may be jeopardized if you are not properly enrolled at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ. 

  Please note: Most ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ institutional grants and admissions scholarships require enrollment in a minimum of 15 credit hours for disbursement. Coursework taken at another institution does not fulfill this requirement. 

• Can I lose my ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Institutional scholarship?

  Yes; if you do not meet the terms of your scholarship contract, your scholarship may be canceled. Read your scholarship agreement carefully, maintain the required ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ institutional GPA and be sure to enroll per your scholarship agreement at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ for renewal.

  Students are evaluated for scholarship eligibility at the end of each spring term to determine renewal for the next academic year. If you do not enroll in the minimum ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ credit hours each term (fall and spring), however, your scholarship may be in jeopardy even after the fall term. Check your scholarship agreement to see if you may take summer coursework to meet the credit hour renewal requirement for your scholarship.

• I'm getting an external scholarship. What should I do with a scholarship check when the organization mails it to me?
  Please bring the check to One-Stop Student Services. If it requires endorsement, be sure to sign the check. Once received, checks will be processed and added as a private scholarship on your myWings award summary. Keep in mind that private scholarship checks may affect your financial aid funding.
• Where should an organization send my scholarship check?

  Ask your donor to send these funds directly to the University with your name and student N-number clearly marked:

  ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ, Attention: Scholarships and Strategic Initiatives, 1 ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.

  Donors may explain how the funds should be disbursed.

• How do I apply for a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Foundation scholarship?

  Review our scholarships webpage for details about Foundation Scholarships.

• What should I do if an organization requests an "enrollment verification" prior to awarding me a scholarship?

  You may print an enrollment verification form via myWings: 

  • Log into your portal
  • Choose Student on side menu.
  • Select Student Resources, and then Banner Self Service
  • Choose Online Forms
  • Scroll to Records and Registration
  • Then select Enrollment Verification

ScholarshipUniverse Questions

• What is ScholarshipUniverse?
  ScholarshipUniverse is designed to maximize scholarship opportunities for students. It helps students discover a wide range of relevant and legitimate scholarships, all in a mobile-friendly site.
• How does the ScholarshipUniverse platform work?
  By creating a ScholarshipUniverse profile and answering the scholarship matching questions, you will be able to maximize your opportunities for a variety of scholarships. ScholarshipUniverse has a robust search feature and will automatically match you to scholarships that you qualify for based on your responses to the matching questions.
• Who can use the ScholarshipUniverse matching platform?
  Newly admitted and current ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ students who have established their ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ ID (N-number) and password.
• What types of scholarships are available through ScholarshipUniverse?

  Currently, you can search for Non-ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ scholarships within the ScholarshipUniverse Platform. This refers to any scholarship that is not offered by ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ. They may be offered by local, state or national organizations and have been vetted by ScholarshipUniverse to ensure the scholarships are coming from a reliable source. 

  You can be matched with scholarships based on a variety factors such as your major, financial need, hobbies, interests and more. 

  Beginning in December 2024, you will also be able to search for official ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ scholarships through ScholarshipUniverse. 

• How will I know if I receive a scholarship that I applied for through ScholarshipUniverse?

  For Non-ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Scholarships, you will be notified directly by the organization that is awarding the scholarship. 

  If you are the recipient of a ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Scholarship, you will be notified via email at your ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ email account. 

• What else should I know about ScholarshipUniverse?
  • You should update your ScholarshipUniverse profile frequently. Information such as GPA, number of credits taken, class standing, etc. can affect your scholarship matches.
  • We only use your information for scholarship purposes. All data collected will be used strictly for matching you to scholarships and for ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ departments to select recipients for their scholarships.
  • Although parents cannot log into ScholarshipUniverse, they are encouraged to help students with obtaining required documents for the scholarship application process.