We believe in empowering schools and communities by uniting strengths, inviting advocacy, and inspiring innovation.
The College of Education and Human Services will provide
scholars
with a guaranteed $6,000 per year in scholarship funds. Formerly referred to as the
UNF Holmes Scholars, the Urban Education Scholarships continues to
facilitate the diversification of the educator pipeline to better reflect PK-12 demographics. Supporting the Northeast Florida region with qualified teachers is crucial. This program also establishes an environment of mentorship and support for participants and prepares students to engage in the larger professional community.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be Pell Grant eligible (income based)
- Be eligible for admission to UNF: 3.0 GPA and a 1000 (SAT)
or 21 (ACT) score
- Demonstrate a commitment to equity and diversity in
education
- Major in education
- Complete FAFSA
- Maintain a 2.5 GPA throughout each semester at UNF
- Possess a passion for impacting the lives of youth and the
neighborhoods in which they live
Benefits
- Scholarship Award up to $6,000 per year ($3,000 for fall and $3,000 for spring semester)
- Receive financial support for tuition, room, and additional
expenses
- Experience a cohort model (support for you and your family
as you navigate your college experience at UNF)
- Receive individualized mentoring from UNF faculty and local
community members
- Experience exciting professional development opportunities
- Receive training that will allow you to positively impact
youth and the community
- Gain employment in Duval County Public Schools immediately
upon graduation
Apply
Complete an Application Form
For more information and to return your completed application form, contact Dr. Rudy Jamison, Assistant Director of the UNF College of Education & Human Services’ Center for Urban Education and Policy.
Contact Dr. Rudy Jamison by email at rudy.jamison@unf.edu.
FREE UNF Bridges Summer Camp
2021 Summer Camp Dates TBA
We will soon be accepting applications for rising junior and senior high school students in Northeast Florida to participate in our FREE Annual UNF Bridges Summer Camp.
This immersive, two-week virtual summer program is the perfect opportunity for students to explore how they can change lives and transform communities through teaching and how UNF's College of Education and Human Services can help make that happen. Packed full of activities led by camp counselors, guest speakers, and educator coaches, we’re thrilled to offer a fully interactive and engaging camp for our students! Campers will be sent personalized swag items and materials prior to the start of camp. They will receive a certificate of completion and will come away with a lifetime of memories along with invaluable knowledge that will prepare them for their college career.
Due to the changing COVID-19 pandemic, we will either host an in-person camp or it will be held entirely online.
The camp is entirely free to campers, but spots are limited.
Priority will be given to those students who:
- Are rising seniors
- Are interested in teaching
- Have a current GPA of 3.0 or higher
UNF Bridges Summer Camp website
Questions about the application process and for more information, contact Dr. Rudy Jamison, Camp Director, and Assistant Director of the UNF College of Education & Human Services’ Center for Urban Education and Policy.
Contact Dr. Rudy Jamison by email at rudy.jamison@unf.edu.
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