Transfer Scholarships
A few things to keep in mind when applying for a UNF Transfer Scholarship:
- Students must submit a scholarship application to be considered for these awards. See below for instructions.
- Most scholarships are only available to students admitted to the summer or fall terms.
- Applicants must be incoming transfer students; current UNF students are not eligible to apply.
- Scholarship application decisions will be released by May each year and scholarships are awarded beginning in the fall term of each year.
- In order to be eligible for a scholarship, you must be admitted to UNF.
- Deadlines vary; please note the deadlines for each scholarship below.
- Eligibility does not guarantee an award.
Tip: Because funds are limited, students are encouraged to submit the scholarship application and the FAFSA by October 15*.
*
Due to COVID-19,
priority consideration for 2021-2022 aid is now January 15, 2021
. We encourage students to also submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by Nov. 30, 2020 to maximize their opportunity for additional federal, state and institutional aid.
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Type of Scholarships
Transfer scholarships are administered by UNF Enrollment Services or by the UNF Foundation, as noted below.
If you are applying to a UNF Enrollment Services scholarship, the application is available online via your myWings portal. Once you are in the myWings portal click the Student Records box, then the Student Self-Service link. When you have the Student Self-Service link open, click on the Student Services tab, then the Admissions link. Lastly, choose the Scholarship Application link to begin the application.
If you are interested in the UNF Foundation scholarships, you will contact them directly for more information on the application process and renewal requirements.
UNF Enrollment Services Scholarships
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SWOOP Blue
Eligibility:
- Incoming transfer student with a minimum 2.80 transfer GPA
- Complete FAFSA and be eligible for Pell Grant
- Must major in strategic area of strategic emphasis*
Award:
- $5,000 ($2,500/year x 2 years)
SWOOP Gray
Eligibility:
- Incoming transfer student with a minimum 2.50 transfer GPA
- Complete FAFSA and be eligible for Pell Grant
Award:
- $3,000 ($1,500/year x 2 years)
SWOOP Transfer
Eligibility:
- Incoming transfer student with a minimum 3.0 transfer GPA
- Must have completed an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree
Award:
- $6,000 ($3,000/year x 2 years)
Deadline for all SWOOP Scholarships:
*Strategic areas of emphasis: Education (Art, Deaf Education, Special Education, Elementary, English, Math, Middle School, PreK/Primary, Science, Social Studies, Music), Accounting, Finance, Communication, French Studies, International Studies, Spanish, International Business, International Business, Health Administration, Nutrition & Dietetics, Athletic Training, Health Science, Health Science, Nursing, Statistics, Transportation and Logistics, Building Construction, Biology, Chemistry, Computing & Info Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil)
UNF Foundation Scholarships
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Eligibility:
- Incoming transfer student with an associate degree from Florida State College of Jacksonville
- Recipient of the FSCJ Scheidel Scholarship in good standing
- Demonstrated commitment to community service
- Must complete the FAFSA and demonstrate financial need
Award:
Deadline:
- Fall deadline: March 1
- Spring deadline: September 1
- Summer deadline: February
Apply:
- Contact the UNF Foundation directly for more information on how to apply
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Eligibility:
- Incoming transfer student with an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from a Florida 2-year college
- 3.5 transfer GPA
- Complete FAFSA and demonstrate financial need
Award:
- $3,000 over two years
- Not available to spring admits
Deadline:
Apply:
- Please use the following website to apply for Foundation scholarships
