I'm considering transferring to a Florida college and wondering if there are specific scholarships available for transfer students. Are there scholarships just for transfers or do I have to compete with incoming freshmen?
Many universities in Florida offer scholarships specifically targeted at transfer students, so you won't have to compete with incoming freshmen. For example, the University of Florida (UF) offers the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, which can be utilized by transfer students as long as they have the award from their previous Florida institution. UF also has the Santa Fe Transfer Scholarship specifically for Santa Fe College students transferring to UF.
The University of Central Florida (UCF) also provides numerous scholarship opportunities for transfer students. One notable award is the Transfer Assistance Scholarship, which is meant for students transferring from state community colleges who have demonstrated strong academic achievement. Another is the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, which is given to members of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society transferring from an accredited institution.
Florida State University (FSU), too, offers transfer scholarships. The Hardee R. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship, for instance, is specific to students who have received an A.A. degree from Tallahassee Community College.
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) provides scholarships specifically for students transferring from Florida’s public or community colleges, such as the TAG Transfer Academic Grant.
Keep in mind that each of these scholarships has specific eligibility criteria and deadlines. You should make sure to clarify these details by checking the universities' financial aid offices or their websites. Additionally, outside scholarship opportunities are also available, so don't limit yourself to just the scholarships offered by the institutions. Explore options on platforms like Appily, where you can find various scholarships based on your demographics, academic achievements, and interests.
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