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INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT PROGRAMS
Students receiving Jacksonville University scholarships, grants, and athletic grants-in-aid must be enrolled as full-time students. The awards are available to students in good academic standing during regular fall and spring semesters only, and are not available for study abroad. Any awarded institutional aid is terminated if the student recipient interrupts full-time enrollment other than for summer break. Jacksonville University scholarships and grants may be reduced if the total gift aid available to a student is more than the student's Direct Costs, defined as tuition and on-campus room and board. Unless specifically stated, scholarships and grants do not cover books.
Institutional scholarships and grants are awarded for up to four years or normal degree completion (120 earned credits). For students who are enrolled in their final semester and who require fewer than 12 credit hours to complete their degree requirements, the University may permit a student to receive a prorated portion of his or her institutional funding for the final semester. Students who receive institutional scholarships and grants and who wish to enroll for fewer than 12 credit hours in their final semester must petition the Director of Financial Aid to determine if they qualify for a prorated award. Petitions must be filed prior to the beginning of early registration (mid-November and early April) in order to be considered. Restrictions apply.
Honors Scholarships
Honors Scholarships may be awarded to incoming freshmen of exceptional academic potential who have been fully accepted for admission before mid-February. Awards are competitive and contingent on participation in the annual Honors Competition which takes place on campus in early spring. Participation in the Honors Competition is by invitation only.
All Honors Scholarships are renewable for four consecutive academic years, eight semesters, provided the student remains in good academic standing and enrolled in the Honors program. Should a student not continue enrollment in the Honors program, the Honors Scholarship may be replaced with an alternative award of lesser value. Students receiving these scholarships must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 15 each year. These scholarships do not cover course overloads or books.
William J. Porter Honors Scholarship
Scholarship covers full-time tuition, double room, and full meal plan. All federal and state entitlement programs, as well as state merit-based awards and other outside scholarships will be applied toward the value of this scholarship.
Presidential Honors Scholarship
Scholarship covers full-time tuition. The value of the Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG) must be applied toward the value of this scholarship. All other gift and financial aid awarded the student may be applied toward Direct Costs.
Jacksonville University Honors Scholarship - $20,000
This award replaces any academic or talent scholarships awarded prior to participation in the Honors Competition. All other gift and financial aid awarded the student may be applied toward Direct Costs.
Jacksonville University President's Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to valedictorians graduating from high schools located in Duval, Baker, Flagler, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns counties in Florida. The amount of the President’s Scholarship may be adjusted to maintain compliance with institutional, state, and federal awarding guidelines, however recipients are guaranteed that 100% of tuition will be covered from gift sources.
Jacksonville Commitment Scholarship
Jacksonville University is partnering with the City of Jacksonville and the Duval County Public Schools to fund six (6) full JU scholarships per year. To be eligible, students must be attending a Duval County public high school, qualify for the federal free or reduced lunch program and be accepted to the University. This competitive award will cover tuition, double room (does not include Oak Hall), a full meal plan, and books. It is awarded in the spring prior to the start of freshman year.
Jacksonville University Dean's Scholarship - up to $18,000
Scholarship may be offered to Honors Competition participants who are not enrolled in the Honors program.
Jacksonville University Academic Scholarship – $4,000 to $13,000
This scholarship is awarded to qualifying high school seniors and transfer students upon acceptance for admission and is based on previous academic performance as demonstrated by high school and college academic transcripts.
Jacksonville University Opportunity Grant – $1,000
Awarded to high school seniors upon acceptance for admission and based on previous academic performance as demonstrated by the high school transcript.
Jacksonville University Academic/Talent Scholarship
The scholarship amount varies and is determined with consideration to both demonstrated academic ability and special talent. Audition or portfolio review is required along with a recommendation from the department chair. These awards replace any Academic Scholarship or Opportunity Grant awarded prior to talent consideration.
Jacksonville University ROTC Room and Board Scholarship
A Jacksonville University award for on campus resident students who receive full tuition ROTC scholarships funded by a branch of the military. The award is capped at the value of a double room (does not include Oak Hall) and a full meal plan and will be reduced by any state, federal, or outside gift aid the student receives. These awards replace any other Jacksonville University scholarship or grant awarded prior to confirmation of the ROTC scholarship.
Jacksonville University President’s Leadership Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to new students in the top half of the applicant pool and to continuing students with 3.0 CUM GPA or higher. Consideration may be based on any combination of academic, extracurricular, economic or personal characteristics. The admissions application serves as the application form for new students. Continuing students may receive consideration by submitting two recommendations and completing a valid FAFSA by March 1 each year. Funds are limited and will be awarded on a first come basis. Renewal is contingent on satisfactory academic progress, minimum 12.5 hours community service each year, and campus engagement.
Jacksonville University Campus Leadership Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to new and continuing undergraduates to promote access and diversity in the student body. Consideration may be based on any combination of academic, extracurricular, economic or personal characteristics. The admissions application serves as the initial application for new students. New and continuing students are required to file a valid FAFSA by March 1 each year. Funds are limited and will be awarded on a first come basis. Renewal is contingent on satisfactory academic progress and 12.5 hours community service each year.
Service Awards
Service Awards are awarded to qualified students who participate in activities such as art, band, chorus, theater arts, orchestra, intercollegiate athletics, student government, and student media. Award amounts vary and are based on the recommendation of the supervisor of the activity. Applicants should contact the appropriate college or division.
Athletic Grants-in-Aid
Jacksonville University offers full and partial grants based upon participation in intercollegiate athletics. The decision to offer athletically related institutional financial aid is made by the athletic director and appropriate head coach. All athletically related financial aid is administered in strict accordance with applicable federal, state, NCAA, conference and institutional requirements. Total aid awarded to athletes may not exceed institutional direct cost limits and/or NCAA limits as defined by NCAA By-law 15.1.
THE DAVIN LOAN
This loan is a long-term loan with an interest rate of 6.5 percent and a fee of 5 percent of the total loan amount is charged. Students and their co-signors must sign a promissory note prior to disbursement of funds.
Federal Programs
Completion of the FAFSA is required each year in order to determine eligibility for federal student aid.
Federal Pell Grants
Eligibility and award amount are determined on the basis of the FAFSA. For 2010-11, the value of the award is from $555 to $5,550. Awards are available to eligible students who enroll for at least three credit hours per semester.
Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) & National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grant Programs
A Higher Education Reconciliation Act of 2006 (HERA) created two new grant programs for full-time undergraduate students who are eligible for Federal Pell Grants and are U.S. citizens.
Academic Competitiveness Grant Program (ACG)
To be eligible each academic year, a student must have completed a rigorous Secondary School Program (as defined in the U.S. Department of Education regulation) and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA for college coursework. Eligible students may receive $750 for the first academic year of study and $1,300 for the second academic year of study.
National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grant Programs
To be eligible each academic year, a student must major in a physical, life or computer science, engineering, mathematics, technology, or critical foreign language (as defined in the U.S. Department of Education regulation) and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in the coursework required for the student’s major. Eligible students may receive $4,000 for each of the third and fourth academic years of study.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
This is a federal grant for students with high financial need. Award amounts vary depending on available funds.
Federal College Work Study
Campus jobs may be awarded to full-time students as part of their financial aid packages to help meet need. Students are restricted in the number of hours they may work per semester and the maximum amount they may earn.
Federal Perkins Loan
This is a federal student loan administered by Jacksonville University. The interest rate is 5 percent and is paid by the federal government on behalf of the student as long as the student maintains half-time enrollment. Students make no payments until nine (9) months after ceasing at least half-time enrollment. Normal repayment is over ten years. Awards vary depending on available funds. Students must endorse a master promissory note prior to disbursement of funds.
Subsidized Federal Direct Student Loans
This is a need-based federal student loan with variable interest depending on the date of disbursement. Funds are available from the U.S. Department of Education. Interest is paid by the federal government on behalf of the student as long as the student maintains half-time enrollment. Students make no payments until six months after ceasing at least half-time enrollment. Normal repayment is over ten years. The loan limit for freshmen is $3,500; for sophomores $4,500; for juniors and seniors $5,500. Students must complete an electronic Master Promissory Note along with Loan Entrance Counseling in order to receive the funds.
Unsubsidized Federal Direct Student Loans
Similar to the Subsidized Stafford Loan, this loan is available to students regardless of need. Effective July 1, 2008, undergraduate students may receive up to $2,000 in unsubsidized funds in addition to the subsidized loan limit for their grade level. Interest begins to accrue and payments may be required while the student is enrolled. Students must complete an electronic Master Promissory Note along with Loan Entrance Counseling to receive the funds. Repayment begins six-months after the student ceases at least half-time enrollment.
Federal Direct PLUS Loans for Graduate and Professional Students
This is a credit-based federal loan available to graduate students. Graduate students may apply to borrow an amount up to the cost of education minus financial aid. The interest rate is 8.5 percent. Effective for loans first disbursed on or after July 1, 2008 borrowers may request deferment during any period when they are enrolled at least half-time and during the six-month period that begins the day after the date when the student ceases at least half-time enrollment. The loan will be deferred while the borrower is enrolled in school at least half-time and the borrower may request forbearance to align repayment with other federal student loans. Students must complete the FAFSA and first apply for annual loan amount maximum eligibility under the Federal Direct Student Loan program. Students must complete an electronic Master Promissory Note along with Loan Entrance Counseling to receive funds.
Federal Direct Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
This is a credit-based federal loan available to parents. Parents may apply to borrow an amount up to the student’s cost of education minus financial aid. The interest rate is 8.5 percent. Effective for loans first disbursed on or after July 1, 2008 parent borrowers may request deferment during any period when they themselves are enrolled at least half-time or when the student on whose behalf the loan was borrowed is enrolled at least half-time and during the six-month period that begins the day after the date the student ceases at least half-time enrollment . Parents must submit an electronic application and complete an electronic Master Promissory Note in order to receive the funds. The FAFSA is not required for PLUS Loan approval.
Students and parents must re-apply each year for loans. The student applies by filing a valid FAFSA every year before March 15 and meeting all other eligibility requirements for financial aid. Parent PLUS borrowers must submit a new application for each academic year. PLUS Loans are credit-based, and the credit decision remains valid for 90 days. The Financial Aid Office staff recommends that parent borrowers complete the PLUS Loan application after July 1 in order to be certain that the loan will be certified before expiration of the credit decision.
At the time of graduation or termination of student status, students who borrowed under any of the federal student loan programs while enrolled at JacksonvilleUniversity must complete Loan Exit Counseling. The university Registrar will withhold diplomas or transcript requests until the requirement is met.
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Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program
This state program provides lottery-funded scholarships to Florida high school graduates in recognition of high academic achievement. The Florida Department of Education’s Office of Student Financial Assistance selects students, and notification of eligibility is sent to high school graduates in the months following their graduation from high school. Once awarded, students must elect to begin using this award within three years of high school graduation. Students who receive the Florida Bright Futures Scholarships are financially liable for withdrawals that occur after the end of drop/add in any semester. Recipients will be ineligible for future awards until repayment has been reported to the state by the reporting school.
There are three (3) levels of Bright Futures Scholarships: Florida Academic Scholars, Florida Medallion Scholars, and Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars. Each of the three (3) levels has specific criteria for both initial eligibility and renewal. However, to be eligible for an initial award from any of these three programs, a student must:
Earn a high school diploma or equivalent
Be enrolled for at least six semester credit hours
Not have been found guilty of a felony charge
Apply for a scholarship during the final semester of high school. High school guidance offices or the Florida Department of Education have applications.
Florida Academic Scholars
In 2010-11, the value of the award is $125 per enrolled credit. To be eligible for Florida Academic Scholars, a student must:
Have achieved a minimum 3.50 weighted GPA (based on the Statewide Scholarship Weighting System) in the 15 high school credits required for admission to state universities
Have test scores of at least 1270 SAT Reasoning Test (based on the combined Critical Reading and Mathematics sections only)
or 28 ACT (excluding the writing section
or earn the International Baccalaureate Diploma
or be named a scholar or finalist in either the National Merit or National Achievement Programs sponsored by the National Merit Corporation
A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required for renewal, but 2.75 or above would allow the student to renew at the level of the Florida Medallion Scholars. Recipients must successfully complete a minimum of 24 credits annually for renewal.
Florida Medallion Scholars
In 2010-11, the value of the award is $94 per enrolled credit. To be eligible for the Florida Medallion Scholars, a student must:
Have achieved a minimum 3.0 weighted GPA (based on the Statewide Scholarship Weighting System) in the 15 high school credits required for admission to state universities
Have test scores of at least a 970 SAT or 20 ACT
A 2.75 cumulative GPA is required for renewal. Recipients must successfully complete a minimum of 24 credits annually for renewal.
Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars
In 2010-11, the value of the award is $94 per enrolled credit. This award is designed to recognize Florida’s top vocational students. High school guidance counselors can advise students about the very specific criteria and application procedures. A 2.75 cumulative GPA is required for renewal. Recipients must successfully complete a minimum of 24 credits annually for renewal.
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program
The annual value of the award is $1,500. This is a scholarship offered through the Florida Department of Education and funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Awards are distributed in a geographically equitable manner throughout the state. Public and private Florida high school seniors and home education students with outstanding academic achievement who enroll for a minimum of six (6) credit hours are eligible. Award determination is made based on high school performance. Contact your high school counselor for additional information.
Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG)
In 2010-11 the annual value of the award is $2,425. This grant provides tuition assistance not based on need to Florida residents for attendance at eligible independent nonprofit Florida colleges and universities. Requirements for FRAG are:
Must be a state resident for one year prior to the start of classes and be resident for other than educational purposes
Must enroll full time; i.e., 12 or more credits per semester. Students must successfully complete a minimum of 12 credits for each semester of award receipt and maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA for renewal.
Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)
The annual value of the award varies from year to year based on legislative appropriations. The maximum value of the award is $2,069, but individual awards may vary based on availability of funds. This is a need-based grant for Florida residents who meet the state’s eligibility requirements.
Florida Minority Teacher Scholarship
This collaborative performance-based scholarship program between community colleges and private universities and colleges provides a $4,000 scholarship for minority students who are enrolled as juniors or above in a state-approved teacher education program in one of Florida’s public or private universities or colleges. Awards are available to eligible African-American, Hispanic, Asian-American/Pacific Islander and Native American/Alaskan Native students, as well as dislocated military personnel and dislocated defense contractor employees. Initial applicants must complete Form MTES-1, which is available from the Florida Office of Student Financial Assistance or the JU Financial Aid Office. Students are eligible to receive the award for a maximum of three consecutive years. The Florida Fund for Minority Teachers will notify all applicants nominated for a scholarship of the status of their applications.
State Prepaid Program
Funds paid into State Prepaid College Programs can generally be withdrawn and used for private institutions without penalty.
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Naval Programs
NROTC Scholarships
Students who are interested in participating in the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps program at JU may be eligible for two to four year NROTC scholarships awarded by the U. S. Navy. Information about these scholarship programs may be requested from the NROTC Recruiting officer.
JU Room and Board Scholarship for NROTC Scholarship Students
Jacksonville University offers Room and Board scholarships to NROTC scholarship recipients attending Jacksonville University. The scholarship may not exceed the cost of a standard double room (does not include Oak Hall) and 19 meals per week. In cases where an individual has previously been offered a JU institutional award with a higher dollar value, that award is no longer valid.
The room and board scholarship will be reduced or eliminated if otherwise eligible recipients also qualify for additional federal, state, or outside scholarships or grants that would cause an individual’s total financial aid to exceed the cost of attendance determined by the Financial Aid Office.
JU Room and Board Scholarship for NROTC College Program Students
Jacksonville University offers Room and Board scholarships to NROTC College Program students attending Jacksonville University. The scholarship may not exceed the value of a standard double room (does not include Oak Hall) and 12 meals per week. This scholarship may not be used in combination with other JU scholarships and grants. If an individual is offered a JU institutional award with a different dollar value, the student will receive the greater of the two awards.
JU Off-Campus Stipend for Married NROTC Scholarship Students
JU offers a $2,000 cash stipend to married NROTC Scholarship recipients who elect to live off-campus with their spouses. The off-campus stipend will be reduced or eliminated if otherwise eligible recipients also qualify for additional federal, state, or outside scholarships or grants that would cause the individual’s total financial aid to exceed the cost of attendance as determined by the Financial Aid Office.
JU STA-21 Jump In Grant
Jacksonville University will provide up to $10,000 per year for up to three years in matching grant assistance to qualified participants in the U.S. Navy’s Seaman to Admiral 21 program (STA-21). Some restrictions apply and applicants must file the FAFSA each year. Contact the Financial Aid Office for details.
