Scholarships
The Office of Student Financial Aid is dedicated to helping make your higher education affordable. This aid works alongside state and federal funds available to you. While we have listed some scholarships below, remember that there are many other scholarship opportunities available. We encourage you to search online and apply to any that you qualify for. Here are Stetson University’s student financial aid awards for the 2024-2025 academic year:
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Merit-based Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded based on your high school record, standardized test scores and community service. They are available to incoming first-year students and cover eight semesters or until you graduate, whichever comes first. The Presidential Scholarship, awarded to students with strong academic achievement, can be as high as $35,000. Eligibility for these scholarships is determined by the admissions committee when your application is complete. Please note, Merit Scholarships are not guaranteed for all students.
- Presidential Scholarship (up to $35,000)
- Dean's Scholarship (up to $29,000)
- Faculty-Merit Scholarship (up to $26,000)
Bright Futures
If you're a qualifying Florida high school graduate, you may also be eligible for state scholarship funding through the Bright Futures program. Stetson accepts two levels of Bright Futures: Florida Academic Scholar and Florida Medallion Scholar. For more details, visit the Florida Department of Education's Grants and Scholarships website. Keep in mind, your eligibility for Bright Futures is officially determined by the State of Florida after your final high school transcript and standardized test scores are submitted, with final notifications in July.
Transfer Scholarships
If you're a transfer student, you'll receive funding for up to eight semesters or until you complete your degree requirements. Your semester eligibility is determined based on the number of transfer credits accepted toward your program, as outlined in your scholarship agreement.
Talent and Service Scholarships
If you are interested in a music scholarship, you could qualify as a music major, music minor or even a non-music major participating in the School of Music. Award amounts vary and are based on your audition. To schedule an audition, contact the School of Music admission recruiter at 800-688-0101 ext. 8975, or visit the music admissions webpage for more details.
Athletic scholarships are highly competitive and available for a range of sports. If you are interested, be sure to reach out to a coach or the Athletics Department for more information.
You can participate in the Stetson University ROTC program and may be selected for a scholarship through the program.
The Sullivan Writing Scholarship Program at Stetson University helps academically qualified undergraduate students with strong writing skills attend the university. Preference is given to English majors or English Creative Writing minors who demonstrate strengths in creative writing.
The Lawson Scholarship at Stetson University helps academically qualified undergraduate students attend the university. Preference is given to Philosophy or related majors with a demonstrated interest in community service and a commitment to principled citizenship.
The Dr. Richard Libby Endowed Shooting Scholarship recognizes your outstanding performance as a high school or college student in American Trap, American Skeet and Sporting Clays.
For the 2024-25 academic year, a $1,000 scholarship is available. You can renew it for up to three years, as long as you maintain good academic standing and stay in good standing with the Club Clay Target Team. As an active scholarship recipient, your team dues will also be waived. These dues cover weekly range practice (including ammo and clays), uniforms, competition fees, ammo, lodging and some meals.
Scholarship Requirements
To receive the scholarship, you must be accepted for admission and enrolled at Stetson University. You need to maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, attend 95% of team practices and participate in all team competitions.
To Apply
In addition to completing a Stetson University application for Admission, you’ll need to submit the following to Travis Potter, Assistant Director of Sport Programs, at [email protected]:
- A statement outlining your aspirations for lifelong clay target shooting and the role that clay target shooting has contributed to your personal development.
- A summary any prior American Trap, American Skeet and Sporting Clays experience, including major competitions, round averages, awards and preferred shooting disciplines.
- One letter of recommendation from a clay target shooting coach, mentor or range safety officer.
Deadline: August 10
The LaValle Scholarship is awarded to students who are devoted and disciplined in the creative arts, such as Studio Art, Digital Arts, Museum and Curatorial Studies or Theatre Arts. As a LaValle Scholar-Artist, you will be someone who has a real passion for developing your talent in a liberal arts setting. Your application will need to show that you have the potential to interpret the world around you and express that interpretation through your chosen art form. This scholarship covers full tuition and is available to first-year and transfer students.
As a Bonner Program scholar or leader, you will receive financial assistance and scholarships from both Stetson University and the Bonner Foundation. To be a strong candidate, you should have a proven record of involvement and leadership in addressing key social justice issues like poverty, education, homelessness, and civil rights. In exchange for this scholarship, you’ll commit to eight hours per week of service at a project or agency of your choice and maintain that service relationship throughout your time at Stetson University.
- You must apply to Stetson University before you can apply for this scholarship.
- The deadline to submit your scholarship application is December 1.
- The link to apply is on your Hatter Portal
Stetson Scholarships
The J. Ollie Edmunds Distinguished Scholarship program is a prestigious, nationally competitive award that seeks high-achieving student scholars like you, with a proven track record of academic excellence and leadership from around the world.
This scholarship covers your expenses for four years at Stetson University if you demonstrate not only academic brilliance but also exceptional personal leadership. To be an Edmunds Scholar, you must exhibit strong character and integrity, along with the potential to become an outstanding leader. Intellectual excellence alone isn't enough for selection - your leadership qualities are key.
As an undergraduate applicant to Stetson University, you are considered to have legacy status and be eligible for the legacy award if a member of your family is currently enrolled or graduated from Stetson University, including graduate programs. Family members include your brother, sister, parent, step-parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle or legal guardian. The scholarship is available for up to four years or until your undergraduate graduation, whichever comes first. To be eligible, you must apply and be accepted by February 15, and you can only apply prior to your first semester at Stetson University. Please note that student-athletes receiving athletic aid or those in equivalency sports with a signed Grant in Aid are not eligible for this scholarship.
Stetson University offers a scholarship for students who participated in the Stetson Young Scholars (formerly HATS) program before enrolling as a full-time student. This scholarship will automatically be added to your student account and will be available for up to four years or until you graduate, whichever comes first. You can only apply for this scholarship before your first semester at Stetson. Please note that student-athletes receiving athletic aid or those in equivalency sports with a signed Grant in Aid are not eligible for this scholarship.
If you're excited about creating inclusive and vibrant communities, this program is for you. The Community Advocate (CA) Scholarship offers $1,000 annually ($500 per semester) to students who want to make a difference in their residence hall and develop their leadership skills.
The See Yourself at Stetson Scholarship is a nationally competitive scholarship designed to recognize outstanding transfer students like you. This scholarship covers full tuition and fees, including all eligible federal, state and institutional aid, for up to three years or until you graduate with your undergraduate degree, whichever comes first. As a See Yourself at Stetson Scholar, you will be selected from five finalists. The other four finalists will each receive a $5,000 grant.
To apply, complete the transfer application and submit an essay of 500 words or less about "How am I overcoming adversities?" to [email protected].
Transfer Application and Scholarship Deadline: April 1.
Stetson University is fortunate to have alumni, parents and friends who have generously supported the university over the years by creating endowments, scholarships and annual awards to help students like you. To see if you qualify for donor-funded scholarships, simply complete a Donor Scholarship Profile through Scholarship Manager.
For returning students, make sure to keep your Donor Scholarship Profile updated in Scholarship Manager, including any new clubs, activities or peer groups you have recently joined. This increases your chances of being matched with a donor! The benefits of receiving a donor scholarship are significant:
- Being matched with a donor allows you to build a connection with an important alumnus or friend of the university. This could lead to networking opportunities and even mentorship from your donor throughout your time at Stetson and beyond!
- Your involvement in the program helps make Stetson stronger and enhances the university's national reputation. When donors hear from students like you and see the transformative impact they've made, they often feel inspired to continue their support! As Stetson's endowment grows, the value of your degree increases as well.
- By completing a Donor Scholarship Profile, you help us match you with the right donor. If you are awarded a donor-funded scholarship, you may notice a portion or all of your financial aid renamed to a donor fund. There may be no change to the total value of your aid package when you are matched with a donor-funded scholarship.
- Receiving a donor-funded scholarship gives you additional prestige - not every Stetson student receives a named scholarship! You will join a select group and may enjoy perks like invitations to special events and networking opportunities with donors right here on campus.
Scholarship Manager is currently unavailable while our office makes updates to the platform. If you are a recipient of a donor-funded scholarship, you can find more details on our Donor Relations Website.
Stetson University, along with around 500 other private colleges and universities, participates in the SAGE Tuition Rewards Program. As a student, you can earn points in high school that can be redeemed for scholarship funds at Stetson University. You'll be eligible to receive either a Stetson University scholarship or the SAGE Scholarship award, whichever is higher, for up to four years. To learn more, you can visit the SAGE Scholars website.
Study Abroad Scholarships
The purpose of this scholarship is to enable you, as an undergraduate student in good academic standing, to participate in Stetson University-approved international study abroad programs. These programs offer a powerful opportunity for transformative intercultural learning, helping you to develop a deeper global awareness and understanding.
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide you with funding to study abroad in Spain or France, helping cover expenses like travel, room and board associated with the program. Scholarship awards are available for students majoring in Spanish or French, with preference given to those who demonstrate financial need.
The purpose of this scholarship is to help you, as a student from Stetson University's School of Business Administration, study in central Europe (Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland or Switzerland). It also provides support if you're an academically qualified student from one of these European countries, enabling you to attend Stetson University's School of Business Administration.
The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage you, as a deserving student majoring in foreign languages, to participate in the University's Year Abroad Program during your junior year.
The Richard and Lilis George Endowment for International Learning is designed to support you, along with other students, faculty, departments and programs, by assisting with expenses related to studying abroad and enhancing the international focus of the university's programs and curriculums. This scholarship helps make international learning experiences more accessible.
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist high-need students like you who have at least a 2.75 GPA, with preference given to those majoring in math or finance, or participating in Study Abroad programs. The scholarship is renewable, as long as you maintain a 2.75 GPA.
The purpose of this endowment is to provide you with financial support for international travel as a full-time student. This endowed scholarship fund is designed to help more students like you access life-changing international learning experiences, especially those led by Stetson University faculty.
The purpose of this scholarship is to support your participation in the Rinker Guatemala/Nicaragua Field Experience internship and the Rinker Scholarship for Travel Courses in Religious Studies.
Outside Scholarships
We advise you to apply for outside scholarships through external sources, including Scholarships.com and FastWeb.
We also encourage you to explore other scholarship opportunities from community organizations, professional groups, religious organizations, corporations, parent employers and your high school guidance counselors.
To understand how outside scholarships may affect your aid package, refer to our Terms and Conditions.
If you are awarded an outside scholarship, please submit proof to the Office of Student Financial Aid to ensure it is added to your student account.
Financial Aid
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