Scholarships
FAU Scholarship
Prospective and continuing Florida Atlantic University students can apply or connect to various internal and external scholarships using FAU’S online application and search tool Scholarship Universe. Internal scholarships refer to scholarships directly awarded by Florida Atlantic, and external scholarships refer to any scholarships awarded by an outside source.
How to apply for External Scholarships Using Scholarship Universe.
Additional Scholarship & Other Opportunities
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Purple Heart Recipient Waiver
Senate Bill 122 provides a fee waiver to recipients of the Purple Heart or other combat decoration superior in precedence if the recipient is enrolling in a Florida public community college or state university and provided, he or she meets all of the set requirements. Click HERE for more. Submits a copy of the DD-214 form issued at the time of separation from service to waivers@fau.edu
Website: www.fau.edu/controllers-office/documents/tuition-waivers-and-exemptions.pdf
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Online Free Seat Program
Florida State Legislature implemented the online Free Seat Program to Waiver/discount program for students who meet specific eligibility requirements and are enrolled in an online baccalaureate degree program. For questions regarding state mandated waivers and exemptions please contact the University’s Waiver Liaison at waivers@fau.edu
Website: https://www.fau.edu/controllers-office/student-services/institute-waiver/online-free-seats-program/
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SVA & Comcast NBC Universal Scholarship
Comcast NBCUniversal partners with SVA to support two student veterans in any major with an interest in the entertainment industry with a $12,000 scholarship each.
Website: https://studentveterans.org/programs-events/scholarships/comcast-nbcuniversal-scholarship/
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SVA & Raytheon SPY-6 Scholarship
Raytheon Technologies and SVA award two $10,000 scholarships annually to U.S. Navy student veterans who pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited university and demonstrate leadership in their local community.
Website: https://studentveterans.org/programs-events/scholarships/raytheon-technologies-spy-6-scholarship/
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SVA & Google Scholarship
Google and SVA provides assistance to student veterans who are pursuing university degrees in the field of computer science in the U.S. Selected students will receive $10,000 for the upcoming school year.
Website: https://studentveterans.org/programs-events/scholarships/google-scholarship/
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Folds of Honor
Folds of Honor ensure that families who’ve sacrificed so much for our country and communities receive the education and opportunities they deserve by offering military scholarship to Dependents and/or spouses of fallen or disabled US service members.
Website: https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/
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Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV)
The Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV) provides an award to dependent children or un-remarried spouses of qualified Florida veterans.
Website: www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/PDF/factsheets/CSDDV.pdf
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AMVETS Scholarships
Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo
- Two scholarships of $12,000 for veterans and active duty in the United States military, National Guard or Reserves.
AMVETS -Veteran, Active Duty & Guard/reserve Scholarship
- Scholarships of $4,000 awarded annually to veterans and active duty in the United States military, National Guard or Reserves.
AMVETS Spouses
- Scholarships of $4,000 for the spouses/widows of veterans and active duty in the United States military, National Guard or Reserves.
AMVETS Children and Grandchildren Scholarships
- Scholarships of $4,000 offered to the child or grandchild of veterans and active duty in the United States military, National Guard or Reserves.
Website: https://www.amvets.org/scholarships
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Dolphin Scholarship Foundation - Dolphin Scholarship
Dolphin Scholarship Foundation grants are available, on a competitive basis, to high school or college children/stepchildren and spouses of members or former members of the submarine force or those who have served in submarine support activities.
Website: https://www.dolphinscholarship.org/scholarships/
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Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) - Education Foundation Scholarship
The FRA Foundation sponsors a generous scholarship program that helps deserving students reach their educational and professional goals by presenting awards of up to $5,000 to
students pursuing trade school, community and four-year college, and graduate degrees. Click here for a list of FRA's scholarships.Website: https://www.fra.org/fra/Web/Web/Content/FRA_Education_Foundation.aspx
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Army Women’s Foundation - Six Triplet Eight Legacy Scholarship
The scholarship was established through the generosity of U.S. Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame members and charter donor’s BG (Ret.) Clara Adams Ender, COL (Ret.) Edna W. Cummings and MSG (Ret.) Elizabeth Helm-Frazier. The scholarship available to students in undergrad or graduate programs level programs. Scholarship recipients are eligible to compete in subsequent years and may receive a total of two awards except for the Graduate Program.
Website: https://www.awfdn.org/scholarships/six-triple-eight/
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Army Medical Scholarship - The Health Professions Scholarship Program
The Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) is one of the most comprehensive scholarships available in the health care field, covering your full tuition for an advanced medical degree while also providing you with a monthly stipend.
Website: https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/specialty-careers/health-care/amedd-scholarship.html
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Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship
The Pat Tillman Foundation identifies remarkable military service members, veterans and spouses, empowering them with academic scholarships to cover not only direct study-related expenses such as tuition and fees but also other needs, including housing and childcare.
Website: https://pattillmanfoundation.org/apply/
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Veterans United Foundation Scholarship
The Veterans United Foundation Scholarship creates opportunities for family members of service members and Veterans to achieve their educational dreams. The Veterans United Foundation Scholarship is available each year in spring and fall to 100% disabled veterans and surviving spouse or child.
Website: https://www.enhancelives.com/scholarships/The list is shared ONLY as a reference tool. It is not an endorsement by FAU of any of the mentioned organizations.
Hill and Ponton - Veterans Helping Veterans Scholarship
The team at Hill and Ponton are proud to give back to our nation’s veterans through their Veterans’ scholarship program which provides financial assistance to former U.S. military personnel pursuing higher education. Former members of the U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, National Guard, and Coast Guard are eligible for this assistance program following honorable discharge.
Website: https://www.hillandponton.com/veterans-scholarship/
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The Behan Law Group: Military Veteran Scholarship
The Behan Law Group is offering the Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship to support Veterans and their children in the pursuit of higher education. This scholarship in the amount of $1,000 can be used for tuition and other educational expenses at a college or university of your choice.
Website: https://www.missduiarizona.com/military-veteran-scholarship
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Study.com Scholarship for Military Members & Veterans
Study.com believes every student has the right to an affordable and high-quality education, and that is especially true for members of our military. With this $1,000 scholarship we hope to help support a current or former military member get a head start on a college degree.
Website: https://study.com/resources/military-veterans-scholarship/
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National Military Family Association – Military Spouse Scholarship
NMFA has cheered on military spouses by awarding scholarships to help pay for everything from GED’s to PhD’s, and more.
Website: https://www.militaryfamily.org/programs/spouses-scholarships/military-spouse-scholarship-faqs/
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American Legion – Legacy Scholarship
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship provides college funding to children of post 9/1 veterans who died on active duty or those with a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater.
Website: https://www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy/
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